LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER
MODEL
OPERATION MANUAL 
Please read this operation manual
carefully before using the VIEWCAM.
Important
For assistance in reporting the theft or loss of this product, record on the line below the
NTSCmodel number and serial number which are located on the bottom of the unit. Please retain this information.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
??? See page 54 for use of Demo mode.
Thank you for purchasing this VIEWCAM from SHARP.
The VIEWCAM will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture those special moments. Please read this operation manual to familiarize yourself with the VIEWCAM???s features, so that you will get the most out of it. The video techniques section will help you fully enjoy the many features this VIEWCAM offers, and expand your video world.
Important Information for Consumers in the U.S.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.
This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.
CAUTION
(applies to the supplied AC adapter)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION
If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a SHARP service center of your dealer.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This Product utilizes
BATTERY DISPOSAL
CONTAINS
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR
INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
???Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
???Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
???Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
???Consult 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 vice versa), it can overheat and rupture. This has happened when young children install batteries backwards. Warn children not to take out batteries or install them. Parents should install the lithium battery in the VIEWCAM.
Your VIEWCAM is designed to record in SP mode only. It will not perform normal playback for programs prerecorded in LP mode.
This VIEWCAM does not have a PCM recording or playback function. PCM recordings made using other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be played back on this unit.
If you record on a tape on which PCM sound has already been recorded, the audio track of the new VIEWCAM recording may not come out if the tape is played back on a
COPYRIGHT WARNING: It is the intent of SHARP that this unit be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
NOTE
The VIEWCAM???s LCD panel is a very high technology product with close to 90,000
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1.Read
2.Retain
3.Heed
4.Follow
5.
6.
7.Water and
8.
adult, and
serious damage
to the product.
Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table recommended by the manu- facturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer???s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9.A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product 
and cart combination to overturn.
10.
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a 
as a 
bookcase
or rack
unless
proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer???s instruc- tions have been adhered to.
11.Power
12.Grounding or
13.
14.
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should never be blocked by placing the
15.Power
16.
17.Object and Liquid
through openings as they may touch
dangerous
voltage points or
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
18.
19.Damage Requiring
a.When the
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 operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an im- proper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,
e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in
20.Replacement
21.Safety
22.Wall or Ceiling
23.
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Precautions
???When the VIEWCAM is not in use, remember to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and disconnect the VIEWCAM from the power source.
???Do not aim the lens at the sun.
Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the VIEWCAM lens or LCD monitor screen, whether or not recording is in progress, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD screen surface. Be particularly careful when recording outside.
???When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun. Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this happen, point the lens in a different direction until the picture returns to normal.
??? Avoid magnetic sources.
Using the VIEWCAM near strong fluorescent lights, motors,
televisions, or other
magnetic sources may adversely affect recorded images.
???Using the VIEWCAM near a broadcasting station or other powerful transmission source may cause buzzing or picture deterioration.
???Avoid shocks and dropping.
Do not drop or otherwise
subject the VIEWCAM to hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or striking the unit during recording will generate noise in the recorded image.
??? Avoid placing the
VIEWCAM in close proximity to lighting equipment.
The heat from incandescent lights may deform the VIEWCAM, or cause it to malfunction.
???Always respect prohibitions or restrictions on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive areas.
???Be aware of the temperature and humidity.
You can use your VIEWCAM at 0 C to 40 C (32F to 104F), and at 30% to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the
summer, in direct sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can result in severe damage to the unit casing and circuitry.
???Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or other foreign matter could get on or inside the VIEWCAM, and do not use or leave your VIEWCAM in areas with excessive smoke, steam or moisture.
Such environments can cause malfunctions or cause mildew to form on the lenses. Be sure to keep the unit in a
??? Some small, portable tripods may be difficult to attach and may not be sturdy enough to support your VIEWCAM. Be sure to use only a strong, stable tripod.
???When using your VIEWCAM in a cold environment, the LCD monitor screen often appears less bright immediately after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. To prevent the VIEWCAM from becoming too cold, wrap it in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.).
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About Your VIEWCAM
Recording Format
Hi8 is a 
mark to enjoy ordinary 8 mm recording and playback.
???When you load a Hi8 tape, recording is in Hi8
format. (The 
indicator appears on the LCD screen.) When you load a normal 8 mm tape, recording is in ordinary 8 mm format. (The 
indicator does not appear.)
???During playback, the recorded format is automatically detected.
???Video equipment not for use with Hi8 is unable to play back a tape recorded in Hi8 format.
???If you want to record with a Hi8 tape in normal
8 mm format, set the 
menu item to ???OFF??? on the 
(MENU 1) screen (Camera mode) before recording. (See page 25 for operation of the menu screen.)
LCD Monitor Screen
The VIEWCAM is equipped with a large LCD monitor screen that allows you to record scenes while comfortably holding the camcorder. The LCD monitor screen can be rotated for easy recording at high or low angles. It also functions as a handy playback monitor so you can enjoy what you have just recorded.
Cautions:
???Do not apply pressure to the screen.
???Do not expose the screen to shocks, as it may break.
???Do not place the VIEWCAM with the screen facing down.
Note:
??? Use a soft cloth to clean the screen.
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Supplied Accessories
*Note: The part numbers for the AC adapter and battery pack supplied with this VIEWCAM are valid only in the U.S. and Latin America. If this VIEWCAM was purchased outside of these areas, the part numbers may be different. Please refer to the part numbers printed on the labels of the supplied AC adapter and battery pack.
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Optional Accessories
Tripod adapter for 180?? recording
Note: The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.
For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accessories and Supply Center at
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Operation Summary
Operation Summary
Part Names
For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in the brackets.
Front view
Terminal cover
Microphone
Zoom lens
AUDIO/VIDEO jack [pp. 22, 49]
DC IN jack [pp. 8, 9]
Speaker
When the cassette compartment door is open
Cassette holder [p. 10]
Lens hood [p. 32]
Cassette compartment door [p. 10]
Shoulder strap loop [p. 17]
Lithium battery holder [p. 11]
Cassette compartment door release [p. 10]
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Rear view
RECord START/STOP button [p. 18]
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LCD monitor screen
Remote sensor [p. 39]
CHARGE indicator 
[p. 8]
MENU button [p. 24]
Operation buttons [p. 24]
DISPLAY button [p. 24]
Power Zoom Wide angle/
Telephoto control [p. 19]
VOLume control [p. 21]
Shoulder strap loop [p. 17]
FADE button [p. 27]
Hand strap [p. 17]
Power switch (CAMERA/VCR select switch) [pp. 18, 21]
Bottom view
Battery compartment door release [p. 7]
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Operation Summary
Operation Summary
Quick Reference Index
This index lists some example uses of the VIEWCAM???s features.
??? To record with a Hi8 tape in normal 8 mm format.
???To quickly check what you have just recorded.
???To quickly return the tape to the end of the last recorded scene after playback.
???To locate the point on the tape where to begin recording while in Camera mode.
???To record a backlit subject.
???To record in a dark or
???To record yourself while monitoring the shot.
???To record a short video message for somebody.
???To find the beginning of a recorded scene to be played back.
???To display the elapsed recording or playback time.
???To focus on an
???To increase the brightness of the subject during playback.
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Warning Indicators
Summar Operation y
Note: 
indicates a flashing display.
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Preparation
Preparationreparation
Inserting and Removing the
Battery Pack
Inserting the Battery Pack
1 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF.
Power switch
2 Slide the battery compartment door release on the bottom of the VIEWCAM in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment door.
Battery compartment door release
3 Insert the battery pack into the com- partment as shown, and push it in com- pletely until it locks into place.
Caution:
???Do not force the battery pack into the battery compartment if it does not go in easily.
4 Close the door, pressing it firmly in the center until it clicks.
Removing the Battery Pack
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
2 Press the battery release as shown to remove the battery pack.
Battery release
Cautions:
???BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK,
ALWAYS STOP THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF. If you remove the battery pack during recording or playback, the tape will remain wound around the video head drum, potentially causing damage to the tape.
???Make sure the battery compartment door is closed firmly during operation. If it is not, the battery pack may fall out or VIEWCAM operation may fail because of the poor contact pressure.
???Remove the battery pack from the VIEWCAM if the VIEWCAM will not be used for a long period of time.
???When removing the battery pack, do not tilt the VIEWCAM so that the battery compart- ment faces down. The battery pack may fall out.
???Do not expose the battery compartment door to strong force, as it may come off.
???Use only SHARP model
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Charging the Battery Pack
Power switch
CHARGE indicator
1 Insert the battery pack into the VIEWCAM (see page 7). Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF.
???The battery pack will not charge when the Power switch is set to CAMERA or VCR.
2 Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into a power outlet.
3 Open the terminal cover on the VIEWCAM and insert the DC plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM.
??? The CHARGE indicator will light up in red.
Terminal cover
DC IN jack
To power outlet 
4 When the battery is fully charged, the
CHARGE indicator will light up in green. Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM, and close the terminal cover.
Caution:
???When removing the plugs, grasp the plug, not the cable.
Charging time and maximum continuous recording and playback times
Notes:
???Using the zoom (see page 19) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.
???The charging time and recording time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the condition of the battery pack.
???It is recommended that you have enough battery packs on hand to provide two to three times your estimated recording time.
???See page 52 for more information on using the battery pack.
Caution:
???Charge only SHARP model
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Preparation
Preparation
Powering the VIEWCAM from an AC Outlet
Caution:
???The supplied AC adapter is specially designed for use with this VIEWCAM, and should not be used as a power supply for other camcorders.
Cautions:
???BEFORE REMOVING THE DC PLUG, ALWAYS
STOP THE TAPE AND TURN THE POWER OFF.
If you remove the DC plug during recording or playback, the tape will remain wound around the video head drum, potentially causing damage to the tape.
???Remove the DC plug from the VIEWCAM if you will not use the VIEWCAM for a long period of time.
???When removing the plugs, grasp the plug, not the cable.
Note:
??? Close the terminal cover after use.
Power switch
1 Insert the AC plug of the AC adapter into a power outlet.
2 Make sure that the Power switch is set to OFF.
3 Open the terminal cover and insert the DC plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the VIEWCAM.
Terminal cover
DC IN jack
To power outlet 
4 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to CAMERA or VCR.
Lock button
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Inserting and Removing a
Cassette
Inserting a Cassette
1 Supply power to the VIEWCAM, then slide the release and open the cassette compartment door.
???The cassette holder extends and opens automatically.
Cassette compartment door release
2 Insert the cassette fully with the window facing outwards, and with the erasure protect tab facing upwards.
Erasure protect tab
3 Press the PUSH mark gently until the cassette holder clicks into place.
???The cassette holder retracts automatically.
PUSH mark
4 Wait for the cassette holder to fully retract. Close the compartment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place.
Removing a Cassette
Perform step 1 above, then take out the cassette.
Cautions:
???Do not try to close the cassette compartment door while the cassette holder is extending or retracting.
???Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette holder.
???Do not apply force to the cassette holder except when pressing the PUSH mark to close it.
???Do not tilt the VIEWCAM or hold it upside down when you are inserting or removing a cassette. It may damage the tape.
???Remove the cassette if you will not use the VIEWCAM for a long period of time.
???If you do not correctly close the cassette holder in step 3, the VIEWCAM???s cassette protection mechanism might eject the cassette. If this happens, repeat the insertion procedure.
???Do not attempt to pick up the VIEWCAM by the cassette compartment door.
Notes:
???If the battery power is too low, you may not be able to eject the cassette. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
???See page 53 for more information on the video cassette tapes for use with this VIEWCAM.
Preparation
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Preparation
Preparation
Installing the Lithium
Memory Battery
The supplied lithium battery is used to store the memory of the date and time settings.
1 Slide the cassette compartment door release and open the cassette compartment door.
Cassette compartment door release
Note: The cassette holder will extend and open when the VIEWCAM is connected to a power source. Be sure to close the cassette holder before proceeding to the next step (see page 10).
2 Pull out the lithium battery holder using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen.
Lithium battery holder
3 Insert the lithium battery into the battery holder with the ` side of the battery facing the j side of the holder.
j mark
4 Push the battery holder back into position.
5 Close the cassette compartment door by pressing the center until it clicks into place.
Removing the Lithium Battery
Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then lift out the battery from the battery holder.
Note:
???Replace the battery with a new CR2025 battery when the date and time indicator starts to fall behind the correct time.
Notes on the Use of the Lithium Battery
REPLACE BATTERY WITH TOSHIBA,
MATSUSHITA OR HITACHI MAXELL TYPE CR2025 ONLY. USE OF A DIFFERENT
BATTERY MAY PRESENT A RISK OF FIRE OR
EXPLOSION.
WARNING KEEP THIS BATTERY AWAY FROM
CHILDREN. IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY
TREATMENT.
CAUTION BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF MIS-
USED OR INSTALLED WITH POLARITY
REVERSED. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-
SEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
???Do not
???Should the lithium battery leak, wipe the battery compartment and holder clean, and then insert a new battery.
???The lithium battery will last about one year of normal usage.
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Selecting the Language for the
This VIEWCAM allows you to choose from among English, French or Spanish for the on- screen display language.
Power switch
MENU button
Operation buttons
Setting the Language
When using the VIEWCAM for the first time, select the desired language for the
2 Press the or button (C or D) (Q) to select the desired language, then press the SET (REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W).
L ANGUAGE
ENGL I SH
S E T 
FRAN ?? A I S
E SPA ?? O L
S E T
Changing the Language
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until
appears.
2 Press the PAGE (PAGE or PAGINA) button ( 
) to display MENU 1.
3 Press the or button (Q) to select ???LANGUAGE??? (???LANGUE??? or ???IDIOMA???), then press the SET (REGLAGE or AJUSTE) button (B) (W).
??? The language selection screen appears.
4 Press the or button (C or D) (Q) to select the desired language, then press the AJUSTE (SET or REGLAGE) button (B) (W).
???The menu screen is displayed in the language selected.
5 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
Note:
???The operation procedures in the following sections of this operation manual are based on the use of
Preparation
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Preparation
Preparation
English
The following
Camera Mode
COU-
N T E R
VCR Mode
13 Note: See pages 24 and 25 for the procedure to display the desired screen.
French
The following
Camera Mode
Preparation
COMP
T E UR
REG -
L AGE IMAGE PAGE
VCR Mode
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Preparation
Preparation
Spanish
The following
Camera Mode
CON-
T AD.
VCR Mode
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Setting the Date and Time
Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2001 (JUN. 2. 2001) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30 AM).
Note:
???Check that the lithium memory battery has been installed before setting the date and time.
Power switch
MENU button
DISPLAY button
Lock button
1 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to
CAMERA.
2 Press the MENU button until (MENU 2) appears.
4 Press the or button (C or D) to select ???JUN??? (month), and press the SET button.
5 Press the or button to select ???2??? (day), and press the SET button.
6 Press the or button to select ???2001??? (year), and press the SET button.
7 Press the or button to select ???10 AM??? (hour), and press the SET button.
8 Press the or button to select ???30??? (minute), and press the SET button.
??? The internal clock now starts operating.
9 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
Changing to the
After performing step 8 above, press the or button (Q) to select ???12H/24H???, then press the SET button (B) (W) to select ???24H???.
Notes:
???The date and time, once set, are stored in memory.
???The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes.
Preparation
???When changing the date and time settings, press the or button (C or D) to select ???SETTING???, then press the SET
Preparation
Preparation
Using the Hand Strap and the
Lens Cap
1 Open the hand strap flap (Q) and grip strap (W), and pass the grip strap through the loop at the end of the lens cap cord (E).
Hand strap flap
Grip strap
Notes:
??? Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the VIEWCAM is not in use.
??? Attach the lens cap to the hand strap so it will not get in the way during recording.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
1 Hold one end of the strap and thread it through the loop on the left side of the LCD screen.
2 Pass your hand through the hand strap and put your thumb close to the Power Zoom control. Then pull the grip strap tight until it fits snugly, seal the Velcro?? closures (Q), and close the hand strap flap (W).
Caution:
??? Do not swing the VIEWCAM by the hand strap.
Attaching and Removing the Lens Cap
When attaching or removing the lens cap, press both tabs on the sides of the cap.
Press both tabs.
2 Loosen the strap in the buckle, then feed the end of the strap through the buckle, as shown.
3 Draw the strap in the direction of the arrow to secure.
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Basic Operations
Camera Recording
Easy Camera Recording with Full Auto Mode
Before you start recording, perform the operations described on pages 7 through 17 to prepare your VIEWCAM for recording.
REC START/STOP button
Note:
???When recording at the beginning of a tape, advance the tape about 15 seconds before you begin recording. This will prevent the beginning of the recording being cut off when it is played back.
To Pause Recording
Press the REC START/STOP button again. Recording pauses, and the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode.
LCD monitor screen
Power switch
1 Remove the lens cap (see page 17).
2 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to CAMERA.
???The picture from the lens is now displayed on the LCD monitor screen.
???The VIEWCAM is now ready to record (Recording Standby mode).
Lock button
AUTO
P AUS E
To Turn the Power Off
Slide the Power switch to
OFF.
Notes:
???The speaker is off in Camera mode.
???Battery power is consumed in Recording Standby mode. Turn off the power if you will not be recording again soon.
???If the VIEWCAM is kept in Recording Standby mode for more than approximately 5 minutes, the power will automatically turn off to save battery power and to protect the tape from being damaged. To continue recording after this, set the Power switch to OFF, and then back to CAMERA.
Full Auto mode indicator
Note: If, at this time, ???AUTO??? does not appear, set the VIEWCAM to Full Auto mode by following the procedure described on page 35.
3 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
REC
Maximum Continuous Recording and
Actual Recording Times
Note:
???Using the zoom (see page 19) and other functions or turning the power on and off frequently will increase power consumption. This may result in a decrease of more than 50% in the actual recording time compared to the maximum continuous recording time listed above.
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Basic Operations
Camera Recording
Basic Operations
Camera Recording
Zooming
Zooming allows you to move visually closer to or farther from a subject without physically changing your position.
Zooming in (when you want to center attention on the subject)
Zooming out (when you want to show the surroundings)
To Zoom In
Push the Power Zoom control to the T (telephoto) side to get a
To Zoom Out
Push the Power Zoom control to the W (wide angle) side to get a wide field of view (W).
Power Zoom
control
Zoom range indicator
???The
???The zoom speed changes depending on how far you push the Power Zoom control.
Note:
???The VIEWCAM is unable to focus when zooming in on subjects within 5 feet (1.5 m). The VIEWCAM will automatically zoom out until it is able to focus on the subject. (See page 32 for recording macro shots.)
Tips on Recording Positions
The rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easy video recording in a more relaxed posture without having to hold the VIEWCAM up to your eye. The LCD monitor also makes it easier to record
Holding the VIEWCAM
Put the fingers of your right hand through the hand strap, and place your right thumb close to the REC START/STOP button and Power Zoom control.
Place your left thumb on the thumb rest on the left side of the LCD monitor.
Basic Posture
Press your elbows against your sides.
Place your feet at a 45?? angle and balance your weight on both legs.
High Angle
You can record while still viewing the screen. This is convenient when you want to record over a crowd.
Low Angle
Put one knee on the ground for the best stability.
Notes:
???In
???Take care not to touch the microphone with your fingers during recording. It will cause noise on the audio track.
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Remaining Recording Time
Display
When the VIEWCAM is recording in Camera mode, about 10 minutes before the tape reaches the end, an
DISPLAY button
To turn off the remaining recording time display, press the DISPLAY button.
Notes:
???The remaining recording time displays only show the approximate time left. Also, they vary slightly depending on the length of tape used. (This function???s design is based on the
???If you turn off the remaining recording time display, it will reappear after a short interval to indicate the new time remaining.
???The remaining recording time display appears 5 seconds after pressing the REC START/ STOP button to begin recording.
Remaining Battery Power
Display
When using the VIEWCAM with the battery pack as the power source, you can turn on and off the remaining battery power display by pressing the DISPLAY button.
If the battery power becomes very low, a warning indicator will appear. Replace the battery pack.
DISPLAY button
Notes:
???Use the remaining battery power display only as an approximate indication.
???The battery power display may change to either a higher or lower level if you set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR.
???In cold environments, the red remaining battery power display may appear sooner. The battery pack, however, can be used until the warning indicator appears. Replace the battery pack at this time.
???Battery consumption may vary depending on the condition of use.
???Use of the zoom function when the warning indicator is displayed may cause the VIEWCAM to suddenly lose power.
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Basic Operations
Playback
Press the STOP The LCD monitor screen makes it possible to button (A). play back and see what you have just
recorded. Nothing needs to be connected, allowing instant
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Power switch
LCD monitor screen
DISPLAY button
Lock button
2 Press the REW (C) (or FF [B]) button to rewind (or fast forward) the tape to the desired point.
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Notes:
???If you wish to turn the Operation button indicators on or off, press the DISPLAY button. The playback operation buttons will still function as indicated even after the indicators are turned off.
???To use the infrared remote control, make sure that the REMOTE menu item is set to ???ON??? (see page 39).
Auto Tape Rewind
The tape is automatically rewound when playback reaches the end of the tape.
To Turn the Power Off
Slide the Power switch to OFF.
Volume Control
While the VIEWCAM is in VCR mode, push the Volume control to the or side to increase (Q) or decrease (W) the volume to your preference.
The volume level indicator will appear on the screen during adjustment only. When the Volume control is released, the volume level indicator will disappear shortly afterwards.
3 Press the PLAY button (D) to begin playback.
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Volume control
Decrease 
Increase
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Watching the Playback on a
TV
You can also connect the VIEWCAM to a TV to allow a larger audience to enjoy video playback.
1 Lift up the terminal cover on the VIEWCAM (Q) and rotate it to the right (W).
Terminal cover 
2 Connect the VIEWCAM to your TV (or VCR) with the supplied audio/video cable, as shown.
Yellow: To VIDEO IN jack
White: To AUDIO IN (L) jack
Audio/video cable 
(supplied)
To AUDIO/VIDEO jack
3 Turn on the TV and set it to the ???AV??? or ???VIDEO??? channel. (See the operation manual of your TV.)
???When connecting to a TV via a VCR, turn on the VCR and set it to the ???AV??? or ???LINE??? input channel. Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal from the VCR. (See the operation manuals of your TV and VCR.)
4 Turn on the VIEWCAM in VCR mode, and begin tape playback (see page 21).
Caution:
???Make sure that the VIEWCAM, TV, VCR and other equipment to be connected have been turned off before you make connections. Making con- nections with any of the components left turned on may cause picture noise or a malfunction.
Notes:
???This VIEWCAM does not have an
???When the VIEWCAM is connected to a TV for playback, the picture on the TV screen may flicker if the volume on the VIEWCAM is set to maximum. Should this occur, turn the volume down (see page 21).
???Close the terminal cover after use.
Playback
Operations Basic
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Basic Operations
Playback
Video Search
The video search function makes it easy to search for a desired scene on the tape.
Searching for a Scene Near the Current Tape Position
1 During playback, press the Forward Search (B) (or Reverse Search [C]) button.
???The playback picture fast forwards (or reverses).
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Still
The still function makes it possible to pause playback.
During playback, press the STILL button (
).
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
To return to normal playback, press the STILL button again or press the PLAY button (D).
Basic Operations
Playback
Forward Search button
Reverse Search button
2 When you find the desired scene, press the PLAY button (D) to return to normal playback.
Searching for a Scene Far from the Current Tape Position
1 During fast forward (or rewind), press and hold down the Forward Search (B) (or Reverse Search [C]) button.
???The fast forward (or reverse) playback picture is displayed.
2 If the desired scene is still rather far from the current tape position, release the button to return to normal fast forward (or rewind).
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above until you find the desired scene.
4 Press the STOP button (A) and then the PLAY button (D) to begin normal playback.
Notes:
???The sound is off during search.
???Some picture noise appears during search. This is not a malfunction.
Slow
The slow function makes it possible to play back images in slow motion.
During playback, press the SLOW button (E) on the remote control.
PLAY button
SLOW button
To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button (D) on the remote control.
Notes:
???The sound is off during Still and Slow modes.
???To protect the tape, the VIEWCAM automatically returns to normal playback if it is left in Still mode for more than 5 minutes or in Slow mode for more than 40 seconds.
???If the still or slow functions are used when connected to a TV, noise will appear and distort the playback image.
???In Slow mode, the tape will not automatically rewind when playback reaches the end of the tape.
???The slow function can only be operated from the remote control.
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Usefulseful FeaturesFeatures
Operations of the
Controls
Using the Control Buttons
The following buttons on the VIEWCAM can be used to control the various functions, settings and
MENU button 
DISPLAY button
Operation buttons
MENU button
Each time you press the MENU button, the mode/menu screen changes from
DISPLAY button
Press the DISPLAY button to turn the mode/menu screens and
Note:
???The warning indicators and some other indicators cannot be turned off by pressing the DISPLAY button.
Selecting the Mode/Menu
Screens
You can use the mode screens to select various functions and the menu screens to adjust various settings. Follow the procedure below to display the mode/menu screen with the indicator of the desired function/setting.
2 Press the MENU button until the desired screen appears.
Camera mode
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Note:
???The Operation button indicators are normally displayed in blue or gray. When a function is selected, its indicator is displayed in yellow.
3 3 
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Useful Features
Useful Features
Camera mode
1 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to CAMERA.
2 Press the MENU button until appears.
P I C -
S E T TURE PAGE
3 Press the PAGE button (
) to display the desired menu screen.
???Each time you press the PAGE button, the screen changes between MENU 1 and MENU 2.
4 Press the or button (C or D) to select the desired menu item.
Example
B I R THD AY
6 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
VCR mode
1 Hold down the Lock button and slide the Power switch to VCR.
2 Press the MENU button until appears.
3 Perform steps 4 to 6 above.
Notes:
???Certain menu items are common in both Camera and VCR modes. If the REMOTE menu item, for example, is set to ???OFF??? in Camera mode, it will be automatically set to ???OFF??? in VCR mode.
???The menu screen automatically turns off if no settings are made within 5 minutes.
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Recording the Date and Time
Follow the procedure shown below to record the date and time, or the date only, along with the subject.
Note:
???Before performing the procedure below, make sure that the date and time have been correctly set (see page 16).
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until (MENU 1) appears.
2 Press the PAGE button (
) to display MENU 2.
3 Press the or button to select ???DISPLAY???.
4 Press the SET button (B) to select ???AUTO???, ???ON???, or ???OFF???.
When ???AUTO??? is selected, the date/time is displayed and recorded for 10 seconds at the beginning of the first recording of each day.
When ???ON??? is selected, the date/time is continuously displayed and recorded.
When ???OFF??? is selected, the date/time is neither displayed nor recorded.
Note: In ???AUTO???, if you wish to record the date/time a second time that day, repeat the procedure above and
5 Press the button to select ???SELECT???.
6 Press the SET button (B) to select ???DATE+TIME??? or ???DATE???.
When ???DATE+TIME??? is selected, both the date and the time are displayed and recorded.
When ???DATE??? is selected, only the date
is displayed and recorded.
7 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen, and then press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
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Useful Features
Useful Features
Fade In and Fade Out
The fade function allows you to gradually bring the image and sound in or out at the beginning or end of a scene to create a scene transition.
This VIEWCAM features one normal and two animated fade modes.
Type of Fade Modes
NORMAL: The picture fades in from and out to white.
HOLIDAY: The picture fades in from an animated firework sequence with the title ???HAPPY HOLIDAYS!???, and fades out to white.
BIRTHDAY: The picture fades in from an animated birthday cake sequence with the title ???HAPPY BIRTHDAY!???, and fades out to white.
Selecting Fade Mode
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until 
(MENU 1) appears.
2 Press the or button (Q) to select ???FADE???, then press the SET button (B) (W) to select the desired fade mode.
B I R THD AY
3 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
Using Fade Mode
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the FADE button.
???The selected fade mode indicator appears. (???FADE??? is displayed for the NORMAL fade mode indicator.)
Fade mode indicator
B I RT HDAY
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2 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
???The picture and sound fade in with the selected fade mode.
HA P P Y B I R THD AY !
Quick Review
The quick review function lets you check the last 5 seconds of tape just recorded without switching to VCR mode, to make sure that the recording has come out right.
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the
To cancel Fade mode
Press the FADE button.
To use fade out only
1 During recording, press the FADE button.
2 Press the REC START/STOP button at the point where you wish to stop recording.
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Useful Features
Useful Features
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until 
appears.
2 Press the RETURN button (D).
??????QUICK RETURN??? flashes, and the tape will begin fast forwarding or rewinding to the end of the last recorded scene.
RE -
TURN
When the tape reaches the end of the last recorded scene, the VIEWCAM enters the Recording Standby mode.
Notes:
???To cancel the quick return function, press the RETURN button again in step 2.
???If the cassette has been removed since the last recording, if no recording has been made since the cassette was loaded, or if the power source has been interrupted, the RETURN button indicator will not appear and the quick return function cannot be used.
Forward Edit Search button
1 In Recording Standby mode, make sure that no Operation button indicators are displayed on the monitor.
???If they are displayed, turn them off by pressing the DISPLAY button.
2 Press and hold down the Forward Edit Search button (B) or Reverse Edit Search button (C).
Forward edit search
Reverse edit search
3 When you find the point where you want to begin recording, release the button.
Notes:
???The sound is off during search.
???Some picture noise appears during reverse edit search.
???Forward edit search is performed at the same speed as normal playback, and reverse edit search at three times the normal playback speed.
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Gamma Brightness
Compensation
When the subject is backlit, the image will be darkened if it is recorded normally. The gamma brightness compensation function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.
1 Press the MENU button until appears (Camera mode).
2 Press the GAMA EFF. button (A) once.
??????GAMMA??? appears, indicating that the Gamma Brightness Compensation is now working.
GAMA
E F F .
GAMMA
Note:
???The gamma brightness compensation function can also be used during playback. See page 48, ???Gamma Playback???.
To obtain a brighter picture
Press the GAMA EFF. button (A) again.
??? The
indicator appears.
Note:
???When the 
indicator is displayed, the background will become slightly brighter.
To cancel Gamma Brightness Compensation
Press the GAMA EFF. button until ???GAMMA??? disappears.
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Useful Features
When you are recording in a dark or poorly- illuminated location, ???LIGHT??? is displayed on the screen. Use the
1 Press the MENU button until appears (Camera mode).
2 Press the GAMA EFF. button (A) once.
??????GAMMA??? appears, indicating that the
To cancel the
Press the GAMA EFF. button until ???GAMMA??? disappears.
Notes:
???The
???Some picture noise appears in
Useful Features
L I GHT
GAMMA
To obtain a brighter picture
Press the GAMA EFF. button (A) again.
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Wide Screen (16:9)
The wide screen function lets you record scenes with the
1 Press the MENU button until appears (Camera mode).
Macro Shots
This VIEWCAM lets you shoot
3 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the Operation button indicators.
To return to normal picture
Perform step 1 above, and press the 16:9 but- ton.
Note:
???You can only use the wide screen function when the VIEWCAM is in Camera mode.
Notes:
???When you are recording a macro shot, be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination.
???It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots, to prevent image shakes.
Removing the Lens Hood
The lens hood can be removed (e.g. for cleaning the lens) by rotating it in a counterclockwise direction (Q) and then gently pulling it off (W).
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Useful Features
Self Recording
The LCD monitor can be rotated 180?? vertically so that the monitor screen faces the subject. This lets you record yourself while watching your image on the screen.
You can enjoy recording a portrait of yourself, or recording yourself and your friends together at a party, using the remote control.
3 Press the Power Zoom control to obtain the desired angle of view.
4 Press the REC START button (B) to begin recording.
To pause recording, press the REC STOP button (B).
Cautions:
???Do not rotate the monitor to the self recording position during recording or playback.
???For recording in Self Recording mode, be sure to rotate the monitor, NOT the lens. If you hold the VIEWCAM upside down with the lens at the bottom, the subject will be recorded upside down.
Useful Features
Normal Self Recording
1 Set the Power switch to CAMERA.
2 Rotate the monitor section 180?? vertically.
???The screen image will be inverted to show a mirror image of the subject, and the
Notes:
???You will need the
???In Self Recording mode, only the REC START/STOP button and the Power Zoom control buttons can be used on the remote control.
More Information on Self Recording
???The screen image is automatically inverted when the monitor rotation is between 135?? and 200??. When the monitor is turned back to the normal position, the image returns to normal.
???In Self Recording mode, all standard warning
indicators on the screen are replaced by the flashing 
indicator. To check the type of warning, rotate the monitor back to the normal position.
???In Self Recording mode, it is not possible to record using manual recording modes, change picture adjustments, display menus, record the date and time, or use the Quick Return and some of the other functions.
???You can play back images even while the monitor is in the self recording position. Set the Power switch to VCR. The Operation buttons still retain their functions as during normal playback, even though the button indicators are not displayed. (For example, the J button still works as the Play button.)
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In Self Recording mode, you can record a short video message for somebody. This feature is convenient for editing video letters.
???Complete steps 1 to 3 of ???Normal Self Recording??? on page 33, then perform the procedure below.
EXTEND button
REC START/
MESSAGE button REC STOP button
1 Press the MESSAGE button (
) to display the
3 When the remaining recording time reaches 5 seconds, ???EXTEND??? will begin flashing.
???When you want to extend the recording time, press the EXTEND button (A) within 5 seconds. You may record continuously for 10 more seconds.
At the end of the recording, the screen fades out, and the VIEWCAM returns to Recording Standby mode.
Note:
???When you want to stop recording before message recording stops automatically, press the REC STOP button (B).
???To cancel, press the MESSAGE button again.
2 Press the REC START button (B) to begin recording. Record your message while facing the lens of the VIEWCAM.
???The recording time is preset for 20 seconds.
???The bar on the screen indicates the remaining recording time.
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Useful Features
Useful Features
Setting the VIEWCAM to Full Auto Mode
This VIEWCAM is equipped with auto focus, auto white balance, and auto exposure functions. For easy,
If ???AUTO??? is not displayed even when the DISPLAY button is pressed, perform the procedure below to set the VIEWCAM to Full Auto mode.
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears. If ???PIC. EFF.??? is not displayed above the D button, press this button until ???PIC. EFF.??? appears.
3 If ???WHITE BAL.??? is displayed in yellow, press the WHITE BAL. button (A).
??? ???WHITE BAL.??? returns to blue.
WH I T E
BA L.
4 If ???EXPOSURE??? is displayed in yellow, press the EXPOSURE button (
) to display the exposure setting screen, then press the AUTO button (B).
???The exposure setting screen turns off and ???EXPOSURE??? returns to blue.
AUTO
Blue 
5 Press the MENU button until appears. If ???SCENE MENU??? is not displayed above the A button, press this button until ???SCENE MENU??? appears.
SPORT
6 Press the DISPLAY button.
???The Operation button indicators disappear, and ???AUTO??? is displayed on the screen.
AUTO
Full Auto mode indicator
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The program search function automatically finds and plays back the beginning of a number of previously recorded scenes. Up to 10 different scenes can be found on one tape.
Note:
???This function does not work if no recording has been made since the cassette was loaded, if the cassette has been removed after the recordings were made, or if the power source has been interrupted.
???The tape rewinds (or fast forwards) to the beginning of a scene immediately before (or after) the current tape position; playback then starts automatically.
REW
PROG. SE ARCH
1 Press the MENU button until appears (VCR mode).
2 Press the SEARCH button (
).
??????PROG. SEARCH??? is displayed and one of or both ???REW??? and ???FF??? will start flashing.
S E -
ARCH
PROG. SE ARCH
4 To continue searching, press the REW (or FF) button while ???REW??? (or ???FF???) is still displayed.
Notes:
???Use this function when the tape is stopped or being played back.
???This function finds the beginning of each scene immediately before or after the current tape position. It is not possible to skip a scene.
???This function cannot spot recordings that are shorter than 10 seconds in length.
???In steps 2 and 4, if the tape is at a point ahead of the last (or before the first) recording, the FF (or REW) indicator will not appear.
Useful
???To cancel, press the SEARCH button again.
Example: When using a tape with five different scenes.
When you are at this position:
Press the REW button (C) to rewind the tape to E and begin playback.
Press the FF button (B) to forward the tape to R and begin playback.
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Useful Features
Tape Counter Feature
The tape counter shows elapsed playback or recording time in hours, minutes and seconds. (The counter continues to count internally even while it is not being displayed.) This feature can be set and used in both VCR and Camera modes.
Using the Counter
VCR mode
1 Press the MENU button until appears.
Camera mode
1 Press the MENU button until appears.
2 Press the COUNTER button (B) to display the tape counter.
3 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
???You can check the recording time with the tape counter.
Notes:
???The counter reading may differ slightly from the actual time. This is especially noticeable when the tape has been rewound or fast forwarded a number of times, in which case there can be a difference of several seconds.
???The tape counter feature will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
Useful Features
2 Press the COUNTER button (D) to display the tape counter.
COU -
NT E R
Tape counter
3 Press the MENU button until appears, then begin playback.
???You can check the playback time with the tape counter.
To turn off the tape counter
Perform step 1 above, and press the COUNTER button.
To reset the counter to zero
During playback (or recording), perform steps 1 and 2 above, then press the RESET button at the point where you wish to reset the counter to zero. The counter will indicate 0:00.00.
VCR mode
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SE T
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Using the Counter Memory
Use the counter memory feature when you want to return to the beginning of a particular scene. The position where the counter was reset (0:00.00) is stored in memory to make it easier to return to that point on the tape.
VCR mode
1 During playback, press the MENU
???If ???MEMORY??? is not displayed, press the COUNTER button.
2 Press the MEMORY button to set the counter to Counter Memory mode.
??????M??? will be displayed to the left of the counter.
MEM-
ORY
Memory indicator
3 Press the RESET button to reset the counter to zero at the beginning of the scene that you want to return to later.
R E -
SE T
4 Press the MENU button until 
appears. When you are ready to finish playback, press the STOP button (A).
5 Press the REW button (C).
???The tape will automatically stop when the counter reaches 0:00.00.
Notes:
???The FF button (B) can be used in the same way.
???The tape may stop slightly ahead or behind the point where you reset the counter to
???M 0:00.00???.
6 Press the PLAY button (D) to view the desired scene.
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Useful Features
Using the Remote Control
Use the remote control to operate the VIEW- CAM from a distance, such as when you want to record yourself in a scene, or when the VIEWCAM is connected to a TV for use as a VCR.
Installing the Batteries in the Remote
Control
1 Open the battery compartment cover.
2 Insert the two supplied AA (R6 or UM/
Operating the Remote Control
Aim the remote control at the remote sensor of the VIEWCAM, and press the control buttons for operation.
Approximate operating range of remote control
3 Replace the cover.
3 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
REWind/Reverse Search button
RECord START/STOP button
Power Zoom Telephoto/ Wide angle control buttons
Fast Forward/
Forward Search button
SLOW button
PLAY button
STOP button
VOLUME buttons
PAUSE/STILL button
Notes:
???Be careful not to allow direct sunlight or bright light from interior illumination to fall onto the VIEWCAM remote sensor, as this may prevent the remote control from operating properly.
???Be sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the VIEWCAM remote sensor.
???The remote control cannot be used to move the pointer, or select or set any of the various functions on the monitor.
???When the batteries are depleted and the remote control does not operate, replace them with new AA (R6 or
???You can also turn on the Remote Control mode on the 
(MENU 1) screen in Camera mode.
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Advanced Features
Digital Picture Effects
These digital picture effects let you record the subject with a more dramatic effect.
Type of Digital Picture Effects
B/W EFF.: The picture is recorded in black-
SEPA EFF.: The picture is recorded in sepia color similar to that of an old photograph.
SOLARI: The contrast of the subject is enhanced, creating a unique artistic image.
NEGA EFF.: The blacks and whites of the image are reversed and colors of the image are inverted.
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears.
To cancel the digital picture effect
Select ???PIC. EFF.??? in step 2 above.
Note:
???The digital picture effect will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
2 Press the D button to select the desired digital picture effect.
???Each time you press the D button, the digital picture effect changes as shown below.
P I C
E F F
3 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the Operation button indicators.
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Advanced Features
Scene Menu (Program AE)
You can set the VIEWCAM to the shooting mode that will create the best results for a specific type of shooting situation. Just select one of the four scene settings shown below. The VIEWCAM will automatically set the exposure, white balance, and shutter speed to produce the optimum picture quality for the selected situation.
Type of Scene Settings
SPORT: 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 the surrounding twilight.
PARTY: When the illumination is from a spotlight or candles.
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears.
To cancel the scene setting
Select ???SCENE MENU??? in step 2 above.
Notes:
???Even after you turn off the scene setting indicator, the selected scene setting will remain in effect.
???When ???SPORT??? is selected, recording under the light of fluorescent lamps, mercury lamps, or sodium lamps may cause color shifts or fluctuations in picture brightness.
???When ???DUSK??? is selected, the picture may not be satisfactory if the lighting is very dim.
???It is recommended that you select ???SCENE MENU??? to record outdoor parties.
???The scene setting will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
Advanced Features
2 Press theAbutton to select the scene setting that best fits the recording situation.
???Each time you press theAbutton, the scene setting changes as shown below.
SCENE
MENU
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Superimposing a Title
Use the title feature to superimpose titles on your videos when recording. There are eight titles preset for your convenience which you can choose from.
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the
2 Press the TITLE button (C) to display the title selection screen.
3 Press the or button (Q) to select the desired title, then press the SET button (B) (W) to superimpose it.
Notes:
???If you wish to cancel the title selection
screen without setting the title, press the EXIT button () instead of the SET button.
???If you wish to delete the superimposed title from the screen, press the TITLE button.
4 Press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording with the title.
???The title will be displayed and recorded for about 10 seconds after recording begins.
Note:
???When the title is displayed on the screen, the date and time will not be displayed or recorded.
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Advanced Features
Advanced Features
1 Press the MENU button until appears, and then press the TITLE button (C) to display the title selection screen.
2 Press the or button to select the title that you wish to change.
T I T L E
SUP E RST AR !
HAPPY B I R T HDAY !
HAPPY HOL I DAYS !
WEDD I NG DAY
CONGRA T UL A T I ONS
NEW B A BY
OUR VAC AT I ON
THE E ND
RE -
S E T E X I T SE T
Note: If you want to cancel the title selection screen, press the EXIT button ().
3 Press the RESET button (
) to display the title input screen.
RE -
S E T
SE -
L E C T S E T
SE -
L E C T S E T
Note: If you input the wrong character, press the 
button to move the cursor to that character and perform step 4.
5 Repeat step 4 until you finish the title, then press the SET button (
). The new title will be displayed on the title selection screen.
Note: To change another title, perform steps 2 to 5 again.
6 If you wish to record the new title immediately, press the SET button (B). If you wish to record the new title at a later time, press the EXIT button () to go back to the normal 
screen.
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Auto/Manual Focus
Auto Focus
The auto focus function is designed to focus on most types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the VIEWCAM automatically focuses on what- ever is in the center of the scene. Always keep the subject in the center of the screen.
Notes:
???If no subject is in the center of the screen, the focus area will expand and the subject nearest the center will be focused on.
???If no subject is displayed on the screen, the VIEWCAM will automatically zoom out until a subject comes into the frame.
Manual Focus
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the
2 Press the FOCUS button (D) to set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode (???MAN???L FOCUS???).
F OCU S
The Auto Focus may not be able to focus on the subject in the situations shown below. In such situations, set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode and focus manually.
3 Push the Power Zoom control to frame the subject as you desire.
4 Press the F (C) or N (B) button to focus on the subject.
To cancel Manual Focus mode
Perform step 1 above, and press the D button to set the VIEWCAM to Auto Focus mode (???FOCUS???).
Notes:
???The VIEWCAM may not be able to focus correctly if the subject is within approximately 5 feet (1.5 m). Set the zoom control to wide angle, and then try refocusing.
???If the lens is dirty or fogged, the VIEWCAM may not be able to correctly focus.
???The Manual Focus mode will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
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Advanced Features
Advanced Features
White Balance Lock
The color of the subject on the screen tends to look different depending on the lighting condition. The VIEWCAM is preset to Auto White Balance mode, which automatically adjusts the hue of the picture for the current lighting condition.
The auto white balance may not work properly for the following subjects. In this case, use the white balance lock function.
???Subjects with one dominant color or subjects against background with one dominant color
???Subjects under very bright light source, e.g. video lights
???Subjects under light source with red hue, e.g. glow of sunset
???
1 In Recording Standby mode, press the
2 Aim the lens at a white object.
???Adjust the distance of the object so that the entire screen is white.
White paper or white cloth
3 Press the WHITE BAL. button (A).
??????WHITE BAL.??? changes from blue to yellow and begins flashing.
WH I T E
BA L.
??????WHITE BAL.??? stops flashing when the locking procedure is completed.
4 Aim the lens at the desired subject and press the REC START/STOP button to begin recording.
To cancel White Balance Lock
Press the WHITE BAL. button. ???WHITE BAL.??? returns to blue.
Notes:
???If the light source changes or if you move from indoors to outdoors, or vice versa, when recording with the white balance locked, the white balance may shift. Reset the white balance.
???Even after the white balance has been locked, white balance shifts may occur due to slight changes in illumination or depending on the subject.
???Do not move the VIEWCAM while ???WHITE BAL.??? is flashing in step 3.
???If ???WHITE BAL.??? does not stop flashing in step 3, press the WHITE BAL. button to cancel the locking procedure and repeat step 3.
???The White Balance Lock will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
???The White Balance Lock will be canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter.
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Manual Exposure
The VIEWCAM is preset to Auto Exposure mode, which automatically chooses the optimal aperture. When there is too much contrast in brightness between the subject and background, however, you may not be able to record a clear image. In this case, use the manual exposure function to correct the exposure level.
Background is too bright and subject too dark (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 Recording Standby mode, press the MENU button until appears.
3 Press the or button to select the desired exposure level.
???The bar indicates the selected exposure level.
E X POSURE
AUTO E X I T
E X POSURE
Less light 
More light
4 Press the EXIT button (A) to turn off the exposure setting screen.
To cancel Manual Exposure mode
Perform steps 1 and 2 above, then press the AUTO button (B).
Notes:
???The Manual Exposure mode will be canceled if the power source is interrupted.
???The Manual Exposure mode will be canceled if a scene setting is selected thereafter.
2 Press the EXPOSURE button (
) to display the exposure setting screen.
EXPO
SURE
E X POSURE
AUTO E X I T
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Advanced Features
Advanced Features
Picture/Backlight
Adjustments
If the monitor picture is difficult to see due to ambient lighting, etc., adjust the picture settings. This feature can be adjusted in both Camera and VCR modes.
???The example screens for this feature are for Camera mode.
1 Press the MENU button until (Camera mode) or (VCR mode) appears.
P I C -
S E T TURE PAGE
2 Press the PICTURE button () to display the adjustment screen. Then press the SELECT button (B) until the item you wish to adjust appears.
P I C -
TURE
3 Press the or button to adjust the picture or backlight to the desired setting.
Darker 
Brighter
Decrease 
Increase
Red 
Green
Type of Backlight Modes
AUTO: The VIEWCAM automatically switches between ???NORMAL??? and ???BRIGHT??? depending on the ambient lighting. This mode is only available in Camera mode.
NORMAL: For use indoors or under moderate lighting conditions.
BRIGHT: For use outdoors under strong lighting conditions, such as bright daylight.
4 Press the EXIT button () to turn off the adjustment screen.
Notes:
???If you set the backlight (???BACKLIGHT???) to ???AUTO??? in Camera mode and then set the VIEWCAM to VCR mode, the backlight mode automatically changes to ???NORMAL???.
???When the color or tint is adjusted, the picture on the screen may differ from the picture actually recorded. Do not change the color and tint settings unless it is necessary. (These adjustments only affect the monitor picture, not the recorded image.)
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Gamma Playback
The gamma playback function improves the picture by increasing the brightness of the subject while leaving the brighter portions of the image unaffected.
2 Press the GAMA EFF. button (C).
??????GAMMA??? appears and the picture becomes brighter.
GAMA
E F F .
GAMMA
To cancel Gamma Playback
Press the GAMA EFF. button again. ???GAMMA??? disappears.
Turning Off the LCD Monitor
Backlight
The LCD monitor uses a fluorescent lamp for backlighting (see page 52). In order to reduce battery consumption, you can turn off the lamp when backlighting is not necessary (e.g. when you are recording a fixed scene).
Hold down the DISPLAY button. Three seconds later, ???LCD LAMP OFF??? starts flashing on the monitor. Keep the DISPLAY button down for three more seconds, and the backlight will turn off.
Power switch
DISPLAY button
To turn on the backlight again, press the DISPLAY button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA or VCR.
Note:
???Turning the backlight on and off repeatedly may deplete the battery power.
Features Advanced
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Advanced Features
Editing
Video editing lets you refine your videos by removing unwanted sequences from your tape, or transposing one sequence with another. This VIEWCAM lets you monitor the source pro- gram on the
Connect the VIEWCAM to a VCR with the sup- plied audio/video cable, as shown.
4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR to pause recording when the source tape reaches the beginning of the sequence to be cut.
5 Press the Pause/Still or Record button on the VCR to resume recording when the source tape reaches the end of the sequence to be cut.
To stop editing
Press the Stop buttons on the VIEWCAM and the VCR.
Advanced Features
Audio/video cable 
(supplied)
Playback
To AUDIO/VIDEO jack
Cutting Unwanted Sequences
1 Play back the tape to be edited, and locate the beginning and end of the sequence you wish to cut. Write down the tape counter readings at the beginning and end of that sequence (see page 37). Then rewind the tape to the beginning of the portion that you wish to keep.
2 Load a video cassette into the recording VCR.
3 Set the Power switch on the VIEWCAM to VCR. Press the PLAY button (D) on the
VIEWCAM and the Record button on the VCR at the same time.
Notes:
???Some of the transitions between edited sequences may be slightly off.
???There may be picture noise during video search or still picture playback. This does not imply a defect in the VIEWCAM.
Setting Edit Mode
Picture quality inevitably decreases when dubbing from the VIEWCAM to a VCR. To minimize the quality reduction, set the VIEWCAM to Edit mode.
1 Set the Power switch to VCR, then press
2 Press the or button (Q) to select ???EDIT???, then press the SET button (B) (W) to select ???ON???.
Notes:
???The EDIT mode does not function when the VIEWCAM is recording.
???After you finish editing, set the EDIT menu item back to ???OFF???.
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Useful Information
Hints for Better Shooting
???Position the subject in the center of the screen. When you are using auto focus, whatever is in the center of the screen is kept in focus.
???Avoid backlit subjects. For the best picture, shoot with the light source behind you. When the background is brighter than the subject, the subject often becomes too dark. If you have to record with this lighting, use the Gamma Brightness Compensation or correct the exposure level to improve the picture (see pages 30 and 46).
???Before zooming, think about how to best frame the shot. Frequent zooming produces unattractive pictures. It also increases the battery power consumption.
???When image shakes are noticeable during
???Horizontal panning (lateral movement) and tilting (vertical movement) should be done slowly to emphasize the wide expanse of a scene or the height of a building, and to make scenes easy to watch during playback.
???Use a
Note:
???It may take longer to focus when zooming and panning are used frequently.
Lighting
For clear,
100Shop stairway (100)
During intermission at movie theater
Candles on birthday cake at 8 inches (20 cm)
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Note: The figures in the chart are approximations.
Tips on Good Lighting
In most outdoor, daytime scenes, natural lighting is adequate for home videos. Indoors, however, artificial lighting is usually required. Video lights with halogen lamps provide the most natural artificial light over a long operating life.
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References
Dew Formation
???What is ???dew formation????
When cold water is poured into a glass, dew drops form on the glass. This clinging of water drops is called dew formation.
???When dew forms in your VIEWCAM.
Dew will gradually form on the head drum of your VIEWCAM and make the video tape stick to the head. This causes damage both to the head and the tape. When dew formation occurs, recording and playback may not function properly.
Dew is likely to form in the following circum- stances:
???When moving the VIEWCAM from a cold place to a warm place.
???When placing the VIEWCAM in a cold room which is then heated rapidly.
???When moving the VIEWCAM outdoors from an air conditioned room.
??? When placing the VIEWCAM in the direct path of air blowing from an air conditioner.
??? When placing the VIEWCAM in a humid room.
???How to prevent trouble due to dew formation.
When using the VIEWCAM in a place where dew formation is likely to occur, allow the VIEWCAM and the video tape to acclimate to the surroundings for about one hour.
For example, when bringing the VIEWCAM indoors after skiing, place it in a plastic bag.
Plastic bag
QBe sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the VIEWCAM.
WRemove the bag when the air temperature inside it reaches the temperature of the room.
??????Dew??? warning feature
If dew forms, the word ???DEW??? flashes on the LCD monitor, and the power will automatically turn off in approximately 10 seconds.
QIf ???DEW??? flashes on the LCD monitor, remove the cassette, leave the cassette compartment open, and wait for a few hours to allow the VIEWCAM to acclimate to the surrounding temperature.
WTo use the VIEWCAM again, turn on the power after waiting for a few hours. Be sure that ???DEW??? has disappeared from the monitor.
E Do not insert a cassette while ???DEW??? is flashing; this may result in damage to the tape.
RSince dew forms gradually, it may take 10 to 15 minutes before the dew warning feature engages.
Dirty Video Heads
Using the VIEWCAM when the video tape is dirty may cause the heads to clog, producing noise on the recorded image or preventing the image from being recorded at all.
If the video heads become clogged, the 
indicator appears on the screen. Contact the
nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for further advice.
Note:
???Video head cleaning can be done by using a
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Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp
This VIEWCAM uses a fluorescent lamp to backlight the LCD monitor. If the monitor becomes dark or difficult to view, the fluorescent lamp may need to be replaced. Contact the nearest SHARP service center or your dealer for further advice.
Battery Pack
Battery pack consumption
???Recording with many starts and stops, frequent zooming, and recording in low temperatures will shorten actual recording times. Accordingly, be sure to turn off the power when not recording. Use of an auxiliary battery pack is recommended to prevent undesirable interruptions in your recording.
???Do not use an insufficiently charged or weak battery pack. Use of such battery packs may cause the power to automatically stop during VIEWCAM operation to protect both the battery pack and the unit.
Note:
???This VIEWCAM uses a
Battery pack life
The battery pack has a limited service life. If the period of use becomes noticeably shorter with a normal charge, the battery pack is at the end of its service life. Replace it with a new battery pack.
Extending battery pack life
???It is recommended that you use the battery pack until its charge is fully drained and the VIEWCAM is inoperable before recharging the pack.
???Recharge the battery pack right before recording. A battery pack stored for an extended time will naturally wear down, resulting in decreased recording time.
???Do not try to recharge a fully charged battery pack before it has been discharged, as this will cause deterioration of the battery???s capacity.
???Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place.
How to use the battery pack cover
???When storing a fully charged battery pack, put the cover on it so that the ???CHARGE??? mark printed on the label is seen through the window, as shown.
???When storing a battery pack that is not fully charged, put the cover upside down so that only the battery pack casing is seen through the window.
Caution:
???For safety reasons, put the cover on the battery pack when it is not being used. If the metal parts of the battery pack come in contact with other metal items, there is a danger that a short circuit may occur.
Battery power is consumed even when the VIEWCAM???s power is turned off. If you are not going to use your VIEWCAM immediately, remove the battery pack (see page 7).
Temperature during charging
???The
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Video Cassette Tapes
Use only tapes with the 
or 
mark with this VIEWCAM.
To protect recordings against erasure
When a previously recorded cassette is used again for recording, the previously recorded material is erased. To protect a recording against accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to cover the opening. (A red mark will be exposed.) To record, slide the tab to open the opening.
Cleaning
???Many plastic parts are used in the VIEWCAM casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or other strong chemical cleaners. These may cause discoloration and damage to the casing.
???Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth. If the casing is particularly dirty, wipe the casing with a tightly wrung cloth dampened with a diluted, neutral detergent. Then wipe it again with a soft, dry cloth.
???Use a soft cloth to wipe finger marks and other soiling off the LCD screen.
???Use a soft cloth, or compressed air and lens paper designed for photographic lenses to clean the lens.
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Notes:
???Do not insert anything into the
???Do not put anything into the holes on the bottom of the cassette.
???Do not store or place your video tapes in direct sunlight, near heaters, or in places with excessive moisture or dust.
???Do not keep video tapes near magnetic objects as they may erase the recording.
???Do not drop or subject the tapes to excessive shocks.
???Uneven tape winding will damage the tape. If the tape is not properly wound, reinsert it in the VIEWCAM and rewind the tape.
???Store the cassettes in their cases and stand them upright.
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 extremely hot places.
Using Your VIEWCAM Abroad
Television signal standards and electrical voltages and frequencies vary substantially from country to country. When you are abroad, check the sections below before using the AC adapter or connecting the VIEWCAM to a TV.
AC Adapter (Supplied Accessory)
The supplied AC adapter is compatible with 50 Hz and 60 Hz electrical systems in the range of 110 V to 240 V AC.
An AC plug adapter may be required depending on the design of the electrical outlet.
AC
Television Signal Standards
In any country, you can always watch the video picture by using the LCD monitor screen. However, if you want to watch the picture on a TV screen, the TV must be
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.
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Demonstration Mode
You can watch a brief demonstration of the special VIEWCAM features in Demo mode. If the demonstration appears on the screen when you turn on the VIEWCAM for the first time, cancel the Demo mode to use your
VIEWCAM.
Power switch
MENU button
Operation buttons
Watching the Demonstration
1 Make sure that there is no video cassette in the VIEWCAM.
???If a cassette is in the VIEWCAM, Demo mode does not work. Perform the procedure on page 10 to remove it.
Canceling Demo Mode
1 During the demonstration, perform step
3 above.
2 Press or button (Q) to select ???DEMO MODE???, then press the SET button (B) (W) to select ???OFF???.
3 Press the DISPLAY button to turn off the menu screen.
Note:
???The demonstration will stop if you press the MENU button. If you leave it for 60 seconds, or turn the power off temporarily and then set the Power switch to CAMERA, the demonstration will begin again.
3 Press the MENU button until appears.
??? If MENU 2 appears on the screen, press the PAGE button (
) to display MENU 1.
4 Press or (C or D) button (Q) to select ???DEMO MODE???, then press the SET button (B) (W) to select ???ON???.
??? The demonstration begins.
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References
Before Requesting Service
Before calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table.
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VCR mode
General
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Specifications
VIEWCAM
Signal System: NTSC standard
Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Cassette: 8 mm video tape, MP type or Hi8 MP, ME type
Recording/Playback Time: 120 minutes
Pickup Device: 1???4 (6.4 mm, effective size: 4.5 mm) CCD image sensor (with approx. 270,000 pixels including optical black)
Lens: 16 power zoom lens (F1.4,
Lens Filter Diameter: 46 mm
Monitor: 3 (7.5 cm)
Color Temperature Compensation: Auto white balance with white balance lock
Minimum Illumination: 0.8 lux (5 lux measured by EIA standard) (with
Audio Output Level: 8 dBs, impedance less than 2.2 kohms Speaker Output: 200 mW
Power Requirement: DC 3.6 V (with battery pack) DC 7.0 V (with AC adapter)
Power Consumption: 5.1 W (during camera recording in full auto mode with zoom motor off and backlight in normal mode)
Operating Temperature: 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Operating Humidity: 30% to 80%
Storage Temperature: 20C to 60C (4F to 140F) Dimensions (approx.): 7 7???32 (W) 4 9???32 (H) 3 7???8 (D)
[183 mm (W) 109 mm (H) 99 mm (D)]
Weight (approx.): 1.57 lbs (710 g) (without battery pack, lithium battery, video cassette, and lens cap)
AC Adapter
Power Requirement: AC
Power Consumption: 15 W
Dimensions (approx.): 2 11???16 (W) 1 15???32 (H) 5 13???32 (D) [68 mm (W) 37 mm (H) 137 mm (D)] Weight (approx.): 0.68 lbs (308 g)
Battery Pack
DC Output: 3.6 V
Dimensions (approx.): 2 1???8 (W) 3???4 (H) 2 7???32 (D) [54 mm (W) 19 mm (H) 56 mm (D)] Weight (approx.): 0.30 lbs (136 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
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Gu??a de operaci?? n r?? pida en espa?? ol
Inserci?? n de la bater??a
1 Aseg??rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci??n est?? en la posici??n OFF.
Interruptor de alimentaci??n
2 Deslice el control de abertura de la puerta del compartimiento de la bater??a, situado en la parte inferior de la VIEWCAM, en la direcci??n de la flecha para abrir la puerta del compartimietno de la bater??a.
Extracci?? n de la bater??a
1 Realice los pasos 1 y 2 de arriba.
2 Presione el control de liberaci??n de la bater??a como se muestra para quitar la bater??a.
Control de abertura de la puerta del compartimiento de la bater??a
3 Introduzca la bater??a en el compartimiento como se muestra, y emp??jela completamente hacia adentro hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar.
Precauci?? n:
???No meta a la fuerza la bater??a en su compartimiento si es que ??sta no entra f??cilmente.
Control de liberaci??n de la bater??a
Precauciones:
???ANTES DE QUITAR LA BATER??A, PARE
SIEMPRE LA CINTA Y DESCONECTE LA ALIMENTACI?? N. Si quita la bater??a durante la grabaci??n o la reproducci??n, la cinta quedar?? enrollada alrededor del tambor de las cabezas de v??deo y tal vez se estropee.
???Aseg??rese de cerrar firmemente la puerta del compartimiento de la bater??a, especialmente durante las operaciones. Si no lo hace as??, la bater??a tal vez se desprenda o la operaci??n de la VIEWCAM puede que falle porque la presi??n de contacto no ser?? adecuada.
???Quite la bater??a de la VIEWCAM si la VIEWCAM no va a ser utilizada durante mucho tiempo.
???Cuando quite la bater??a, no incline la VIEW- CAM para que el compartimiento de la bater??a quede hacia abajo. La bater??a podr??a caerse.
???No exponga la puerta del compartimiento de la bater??a a una fuerza excesiva porque podr??a desprenderse.
???Utilice solamente bater??as SHARP modelo
Gu??a de operaci?? n r?? pida en espa?? ol
Carga de la bater??a
Interruptor de alimentaci??n
Indicador CHARGE
1 Inserte la bater??a en la VIEWCAM (consulte la p??gina 58). Aseg??rese de que el interruptor de alimentaci??n est?? en la posici??n OFF.
???La bater??a no se carga cuando el interruptor de alimentaci??n est?? en la posici??n CAMERA o VCR.
2 Inserte la clavija de alimentaci??n de CA del adaptador de CA en una toma de corriente.
3 Abra la tapa de terminales de la VIEWCAM e inserte la clavija de CC del adaptador de CA en la toma DC IN de la VIEWCAM.
???El indicador CHARGE se encender?? en rojo.
Tapa de terminales
Toma DC IN
A la toma de corriente 
4 Cuando la bater??a est?? completamente cargada, el indicador CHARGE se encender?? en verde. Desconecte la clavija de CC de la VIEWCAM y cierre la tapa de terminales.
Precauci?? n:
???Cuando desconecte las clavijas, sujete las clavijas y tire de ellas, no del cable.
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Selecci?? n de idioma para la visualizaci?? n en pantalla
Esta VIEWCAM le permite elegir el idioma ingl??s, franc??s o espa??ol para la visualizaci??n en pantalla.
Interruptor de alimentaci??n
Bot??n MENU
Botones de operaci??n
Cuando utilice la VIEWCAM por primera vez, seleccione el idioma deseado en la visualizaci??n en pantalla siguiendo el procedimiento de abajo.
??? La pantalla de selecci??n de idioma aparece.
2 Pulse el bot??n o (C o D) (Q) para seleccionar el idioma deseado, y luego pulse el bot??n SET (REGLAGE o AJUSTE) (B) (W).
L ANGUAGE
ENG L I SH
S E T 
FRAN ?? A I S
E SPA ?? O L
S E T
Notas:
???Los procedimientos de operaci??n de las secciones siguientes de este manual de operaci??n se basan en el uso de visualizaciones en pantalla en ingl??s.
???Consulte la p??gina 15 para utilizar las visualizaciones en pantalla en espa??ol.
Inserci?? n y extracci?? n de un videocasete
Inserci?? n de un videocasete
1 Suministre alimentaci??n a la VIEWCAM, y luego deslice el control de abertura y abra la puerta del compartimiento del videocasete.
???El portavideocasete se extiende y abre autom??ticamente.
Control de abertura de la puerta del compartimiento del videocasete
2 Inserte completamente el videocasete con la ventanilla hacia afuera y con la leng??eta de protecci??n contra borrado hacia la parte superior.
Leng??eta de protecci??n contra borrado
3 Presione suavemente la marca PUSH hasta que el portavideocasete se coloque en su lugar haciendo un ruido seco.
???El portavideocasete se pliega autom??ticamente.
Marca PUSH
4 Espere a que el portavideocasete se pliegue completamente. Cierre la puerta del compartimiento presionando sobre la parte central hasta que se coloque en su lugar haciendo un ruido seco.
Extracci?? n de un videocasete
Realice el paso 1 de arriba y luego saque el videocasete.
Precauciones:
???No intente cerrar la puerta del compartimiento del videocasete mientras el videocasete se extiende o se pliega.
???Tenga cuidado de no pillarse los dedos en el portavideocasete.
???No aplique fuerza al portavideocasete, excepto cuando presione la marca PUSH para cerrarlo.
???No incline la VIEWCAM ni la tome al rev??s cuando inserte o extraiga un videocasete. Esto podr??a estropear la cinta.
???Extraiga el videocasete si no piensa utilizar la VIEWCAM durante mucho tiempo.
???Si no cierra correctamente el portavideocasete en el paso 3 anterior, el mecanismo de protecci??n de la VIEWCAM tal vez expulse el videocasete. Si pasa esto, repita el procedimiento de inserci??n.
???No intente tomar la VIEWCAM por la puerta del compartimiento del videocasete.
Nota:
???Si la energ??a de la bater??a es demasiado baja, tal vez no pueda extraer el videocasete. Reemplace la bater??a por otra completamente cargada.
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Gu??a de operaci?? n r?? pida en espa?? ol
Grabaci?? n sencilla con videoc?? mara en el modo completamente autom?? tico
Antes de empezar a grabar, realice las operaciones descritas en las p??ginas 58 a 60 para preparar su VIEWCAM para la grabaci??n.
Bot??n REC START/STOP
Pantalla del monitor LCD
Interruptor de alimentaci??n
1 Quite la tapa del objetivo.
2 Mantenga pulsado el bot??n de bloqueo y deslice el interruptor de alimentaci??n hasta CAMERA.
???La imagen captada por el objetivo se visualiza en la pantalla del monitor LCD.
???La VIEWCAM est?? ahora lista para grabar (modo de espera de grabaci??n).
Bot??n de bloqueo
AUTO
Indicador del modo completamente autom??tico
Nota: Si, en este momento, no aparece ???AUTO???, ponga la VIEWCAM en el modo completamente autom??tico.
3 Pulse el bot??n REC START/STOP para iniciar la grabaci??n.
REC
Nota:
???Cuando grabe al principio de una cinta, avance la cinta unos 15 segundos antes de empezar a grabar. Esto impedir?? que el principio de la grabaci??n quede cortado al hacer la reproducci??n.
Para hacer una pausa en la grabaci?? n
Para desconectar la alimentaci?? n
Deslice el interruptor de alimentaci??n hasta OFF.
Notas:
???El altavoz se apaga en el modo de videoc??mara.
???En el modo de espera de grabaci??n se consume energ??a de la bater??a. Desconecte la alimentaci??n si no va a grabar pronto.
???Si la VIEWCAM se deja en el modo de espera de grabaci??n durante m??s de 5 minutos, la alimentaci??n se desconectar?? autom??ticamente para ahorrar energ??a de la bater??a y proteger la cinta para que no se estropee. Para continuar grabando despu??s de esto, ponga el interruptor de alimentaci??n en OFF y luego en CAMERA.
Tiempo m?? ximo de grabaci?? n continua y tiempo de grabaci?? n real
Nota:
???La utilizaci?? n del zoom y otras funciones o la conexi?? n y la desconexi?? n frecuente de la alimentaci?? n aumentar?? n el consumo de energ??a. Esto puede causar una reducci?? n de m?? s del 50% en el tiempo de grabaci?? n real si se compara con el tiempo m?? ximo de grabaci?? n continua indicado arriba.
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Reproducci?? n
La pantalla del monitor LCD hace posible reproducir y ver lo que usted acaba de grabar. No es necesario conectar nada, pudi??ndose realizar la reproducci??n instant??nea en pantalla oyendo el sonido a trav??s del altavoz incorporado.
Interruptor de alimentaci??n Pantalla del monitor LCD
Bot??n DISPLAY
1 Mantenga pulsado el bot??n de bloqueo y deslice el interruptor de alimentaci??n hasta VCR.
??? Aparece la pantalla
2 Pulse el bot??n REW (C) (o FF [B]) para rebobinar (o avanzar r??pidamente) la cinta hasta el punto deseado.
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Para detener la reproducci?? n
Pulse el bot??n
STOP (A).
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Notas:
???Si desea encender o apagar los indicadores de los botones de operaci??n, pulse el bot??n DISPLAY. Los botones de operaci??n de reproducci??n seguir??n funcionando como se ha indicado incluso despu??s de apagarse los indicadores.
???Para utilizar el control remoto por infrarrojos, aseg??rese de que el ??tem del men?? REMOTE est?? en ???ON???.
Rebobinado autom?? tico de la cinta
La cinta se rebobinar?? autom??ticamente cuando llegue al final durante la reproducci??n.
Para desconectar la alimentaci?? n
Deslice el interruptor de alimentaci??n hasta OFF.
Control de volumen
Mientras la VIEWCAM est?? en el modo de v??deo, empuje el control de volumen hacia el lado ??? o ??? para aumentar (Q) o disminuir (W) el volumen seg??n sus preferencias.
El indicador de nivel del sonido aparecer?? en la pantalla durante el ajuste solamente. Cuando se suelte el control de volumen, el indicador de nivel del sonido desaparecer?? poco despu??s.
3 Pulse el bot??n PLAY (D) para iniciar la reproducci??n.
REW P L A Y F F S T OP S T I L L
Control de volumen
Disminuye 
Aumenta
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Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only
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The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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Your Product Model
Number & Description:
Warranty Period for this Product:
Additional Item(s) Excluded from Warranty Coverage (if any):
Where to Obtain Service:
What to do to Obtain Service:
(Be sure to have this information available when you need service for 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.
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States. To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at
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.
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