Page 2 - BATTERY DISPOSAL; Important Information for Consumers in the U.S.; CAUTION; PRODUCT DISPOSAL
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o i BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. MUST BERECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FORINFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA...
Page 3 - ii; WARNING; —FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or; INFORMATION; receiver is connected.; CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY (MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY); not to take out batteries or install them. Parents; NOTE; *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o ii This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any...
Page 4 - iii; IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o iii IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS product on a bed, sofa, rug, or othersimilar surface. This product should notbe placed in a built-in installation such as abookcaseor rack unlessproperventilation is pro...
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V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o iv 15. Power Lines—An outside antenna system should not be located in thevicinity of overhead power lines or otherelectric light or power circuits, or whereit can fall into such power lines orci...
Page 6 - Precautions; Do not aim the lens at the sun.; • When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden; Be aware of the temperature and humidity.; You can use your VIEWCAM at 0
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o v Precautions • When the VIEWCAM is not in use,remember to remove the cassette tape,turn off the power, and disconnect theVIEWCAM from the power source. • Do not aim the lens at the sun. Do not ...
Page 7 - About Your VIEWCAM; Recording Format
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o vi About Your VIEWCAM Recording Format Hi8 is a high-performance extension of theordinary 8 mm format. It uses advancedtechnology to achieve even higher resolutionand picture quality. Use a vide...
Page 8 - vii; Supplied Accessories
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o vii Supplied Accessories Battery pack *BT-H22 AC adapter *UADP-0312TAZZ Infrared remote control RRMCG0084TASA CR2025 type lithium battery Shoulder strap UBNDS0010TASA Lens cap GCOVH1225TASA Audi...
Page 9 - viii; Optional Accessories
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . i - v i i i ; 0 0 / 1 2 / 1 4 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o viii Optional Accessories Extended type battery pack BT-H32 Note: The listed model names are for U.S. accessories. For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sh...
Page 10 - Contents; Preparation; Camera Recording
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 1 - 0 0 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 1 Contents Preparation Basic Operations Operation Summary Part Names .......................................................... 3Quick Reference Index ........................................ ...
Page 11 - Operations of the On-screen Controls; Useful Features; Playback
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 1 - 0 0 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 2 Operations of the On-screen Controls Using the Control Buttons ............................... 24 Selecting the Mode/Menu Screens ................ 24 Adjusting the Menu Settings ...............
Page 12 - Part Names; Front view; Operation Summary; Terminal cover; Operation Summar
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 1 - 0 0 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 3 Part Names For details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in thebrackets. Front view When the cassette compartment door is open Operation Summary Terminal cover Micr...
Page 14 - Quick Reference Index
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 5 - 0 0 6 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 5 Operation Summar y 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. —See page vi ( Recording Format) • T...
Page 15 - Warning Indicators; Displayed for the first
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 5 - 0 0 6 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 6 Operation Summar y Warning Indicators The video cassette is defective and should beremoved (see page 10). Dew has formed inside the VIEWCAM. Wait for a fewhours until the dew disappears (see...
Page 16 - Inserting the Battery Pack; Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 7 Preparation Preparation Inserting and Removing theBattery Pack Inserting the Battery Pack 1 Make sure that the Power switch is setto OFF. 2 Slide the battery compar tment doorrelease on the ...
Page 17 - Charging the Battery Pack
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 8 Preparation Charging the Battery Pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the VIEWCAM(see page 7). Make sure that the Powerswitch is set to OFF. • The battery pack will not charge when the Power ...
Page 19 - Removing a Cassette; • The cassette holder extends and opens
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 10 Preparation 4 Wait for the cassette holder to fullyretract. Close the compartment door bypressing the center until it clicks intoplace. Removing a Cassette Perform step 1 above, then take o...
Page 20 - Removing the Lithium Battery; or heat the lithium battery.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 11 Preparation Preparation Installing the LithiumMemory Battery The supplied lithium battery is used to store thememory of the date and time settings. 1 Slide the cassette compartment doorrele...
Page 21 - Setting the Language; • The language selection; Changing the Language; • The language selection screen appears.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 12 Preparation Selecting the Language forthe On-screen Display This VIEWCAM allows you to choose fromamong English, French or Spanish for the on-screen display language. Setting the Language W...
Page 22 - English On-screen Displays; Camera Mode; See pages 24 and 25 for the procedure to display the desired screen.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 13 Preparation Preparation English On-screen Displays The following on-screen displays appear when “ENGLISH” is selected as the on-screendisplay language (see page 12). Camera Mode VCR Mode No...
Page 23 - French On-screen Displays
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 14 Preparation French On-screen Displays The following on-screen displays appear when “FRANÇAIS” is selected as the on-screen display language (see page 12). Camera Mode S C E N E B L AN C L A...
Page 24 - Spanish On-screen Displays
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 15 Preparation Preparation Spanish On-screen Displays The following on-screen displays appear when “ESPAÑOL” is selected as the on-screen display language (see page 12). Camera Mode VCR Mode G...
Page 25 - Setting the Date and Time; or; • The internal clock now starts operating.; Changing to the 24-hour Time Mode; After performing step 8 above, press the; J U
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 16 Preparation Setting the Date and Time Example: Setting the date to June 2, 2001 (JUN. 2. 2001) and the time to 10:30 am (10:30AM). Note: • Check that the lithium memory battery has been ins...
Page 26 - Attaching and Removing the Lens Cap; Attaching the Shoulder Strap; LCD screen side
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 0 7 - 0 1 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 17 Preparation Preparation 3 2 1 4 5 6 Using the Hand Strap and theLens 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 le...
Page 27 - Basic Operations; RE C; P A U S E; recording time; To Pause Recording
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 1 8 - 0 2 0 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 18 Basic Operations Camera Recording Easy Camera Recording withFull Auto Mode Before you start recording, perform the operationsdescribed on pages 7 through 17 to prepare yourVIEWCAM for recor...
Page 28 - Zooming; To Zoom In; Tips on Recording Positions; Holding the VIEWCAM; Basic Posture
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 1 8 - 0 2 0 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 19 Basic Operations Camera Recording Zooming Zooming allows you to move visually closer toor farther from a subject without physicallychanging your position. To Zoom In Push the Power Zoom con...
Page 29 - T A P E; Warning indicator
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 1 8 - 0 2 0 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 20 Basic Operations Camera Recording Remaining Recording TimeDisplay When the VIEWCAM is recording in Cameramode, about 10 minutes before the tapereaches the end, an on-screen indicatordisplay...
Page 30 - • The; Press the PLAY button (; To Stop Playback; Auto Tape Rewind; Slide the Power switch to OFF.; Volume Control
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 1 - 0 2 3 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 21 Playback The LCD monitor screen makes it possible toplay back and see what you have justrecorded. Nothing needs to be connected,allowing instant on-screen playback with thesound through the...
Page 31 - ) and rotate it to the right; PLAY
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 1 - 0 2 3 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 22 Basic Operations Playback Watching the Playback on aTV You can also connect the VIEWCAM to a TV toallow a larger audience to enjoy videoplayback. 1 Lift up the terminal cover on theVIEWCAM ...
Page 32 - on the remote control.; Video Search; • The playback picture fast forwards (or; ) to return to normal; picture is displayed.; Press the STOP button (
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 1 - 0 2 3 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 23 Still The still function makes it possible to pauseplayback. During playback, press the STILL button ( ). To return to normal playback, press theSTILL button again or press the PLAYbutton (...
Page 33 - Using the Control Buttons; MENU button; to; DISPLAY button; Camera mode
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 4 - 0 2 5 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 24 Useful Features Selecting the Mode/MenuScreens You can use the mode screens to selectvarious functions and the menu screens toadjust various settings. Follow the procedurebelow to display t...
Page 34 - Adjusting the Menu Settings; • Each time you press the PAGE button,; VCR mode; • Each time you press the SET button, the; I A Y
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 4 - 0 2 5 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 25 Useful Features Adjusting the Menu Settings Follow the procedure below to adjust thedesired menu settings. Camera mode 1 Hold down the Lock button and slide thePower switch to CAMERA. 2 Pre...
Page 35 - both the; When “DATE” is selected,; only the date; Recording the Date and Time; When “AUTO” is selected,; continuously displayed and recorded.; When “OFF” is selected,; neither displayed nor recorded.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 26 Useful Features 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 a...
Page 36 - Fade In and Fade Out; Type of Fade Modes; The picture fades in from and out to; Selecting Fade Mode; Press the; Using Fade Mode; • The selected fade mode indicator
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 27 Useful Features Useful Features 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 to create a scene transit...
Page 37 - • The picture and sound fade in with the; To cancel Fade mode; Press the FADE button.; To use fade out only; Quick Review; Press the QK. REW button; • The tape rewinds to the point of 5
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 28 Useful Features 2 Press the REC START/STOP button tobegin recording. • The picture and sound fade in with the selected fade mode. 3 Press the REC START/STOP button atthe point where you wis...
Page 38 - Edit Search; • If they are displayed, turn them off by; Quick Return; Press the RETURN button (; • “QUICK RETURN” flashes, and the tape; QU I C K RE TURN
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 29 Useful Features Useful Features 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 recordin...
Page 39 - • “GAMMA” appears, indicating that the; To obtain a brighter picture
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 30 Useful Features Gamma BrightnessCompensation When the subject is backlit, the image will bedarkened if it is recorded normally. The gammabrightness compensation function improves thepicture...
Page 40 - To cancel the gain-up function
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 31 Useful Features Useful Features Gain-up (Cat’s Eye) When you are recording in a dark or poorly-illuminated location, “LIGHT” is displayed onthe screen. Use the gain-up function to recorda b...
Page 41 - • The monitor now displays the; To return to normal picture; Macro Shots
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 32 Useful Features Wide Screen (16:9) 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 bl...
Page 42 - More Information on Self Recording; Self Recording; Normal Self Recording; Set the Power switch to CAMERA.; • The screen image will be inverted to
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 33 Useful Features Useful Features 3 Press the Power Zoomcontrol to obtain thedesired angle of view. 4 Press the REC START button ( B ) to begin recording. To pause recording, press the REC ST...
Page 43 - • When you want to extend the recording; Self-recording Message; • To cancel, press the MESSAGE button; Press the REC START button (; • The recording time is preset for 20
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 34 Useful Features 3 When the remaining recording timereaches 5 seconds, “EXTEND” willbegin flashing. • When you want to extend the recording time, press the EXTEND button ( A ) within 5 secon...
Page 44 - • The exposure setting screen turns off; Press the DISPLAY button.; • The Operation button indicators; E F F
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 35 Useful Features Useful Features Setting the VIEWCAM to FullAuto Mode This VIEWCAM is equipped with auto focus,auto white balance, and auto exposurefunctions. For easy, high-quality camera-r...
Page 45 - • The tape rewinds (or fast forwards) to the; Program Search; • “PROG. SEARCH” is displayed and one
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 36 Useful Features 3 Press the REW ( C ) (or FF [ B ]) button. • The tape rewinds (or fast forwards) to the beginning of a scene immediately before(or after) the current tape position;playback...
Page 46 - Tape Counter Feature; Using the Counter; • You can check the playback time with; Press the COUNTER button (; • You can check the recording time with; To turn off the tape counter
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 37 Useful Features Useful Features Tape Counter Feature The tape counter shows elapsed playback orrecording time in hours, minutes and seconds.(The counter continues to count internally evenwh...
Page 47 - Using the Counter Memory; Press the REW button (; • The tape will automatically stop when the; • If “MEMORY” is not displayed, press the; Perform steps 2 and 3 above.; To cancel Counter Memory mode
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 38 Useful Features Using the Counter Memory Use the counter memory feature when youwant to return to the beginning of a particularscene. The position where the counter wasreset (0:00.00) is st...
Page 48 - Using the Remote Control; Open the battery compartment cover.; Turning On the Remote Control Mode; Press the MENU button until; Operating the Remote Control
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 2 6 - 0 3 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 39 Useful Features Useful Features Using the Remote Control Use the remote control to operate the VIEW-CAM from a distance, such as when you wantto record yourself in a scene, or when theVIEWC...
Page 49 - To cancel the digital picture effect; Digital Picture Effects; Type of Digital Picture Effects; Advanced Features
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 40 Advanced Features 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. Digital Pi...
Page 50 - Type of Scene Settings; To cancel the scene setting; R Y
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 41 Advanced Features Advanced Features Scene Menu (Program AE) You can set the VIEWCAM to the shootingmode that will create the best results for aspecific type of shooting situation. Just sele...
Page 51 - • The title will be displayed and recorded; Superimposing a Title; Press the TITLE button (
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 42 Advanced Features 3 Press the or button ( Q ) to select the desired title, then press the SETbutton ( B ) ( W ) to superimpose it. Notes: • If you wish to cancel the title selection screen ...
Page 52 - Changing the Preset Titles; • The selected character will appear at the
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 43 Advanced Features Advanced Features Changing the Preset Titles You can make a new title of your own bychanging any of the eight preset titles. Themaximum number of title characters is fifte...
Page 53 - To cancel Manual Focus mode; Perform step 1 above, and press the; Auto Focus
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 44 Advanced Features 1 In Recording Standby mode, press theMENU button until appears. 2 Press the FOCUS button ( D ) to set the VIEWCAM to Manual Focus mode(“MAN’L FOCUS”). 3 Push the Power Zo...
Page 54 - White Balance Lock; Aim the lens at a white object.; To cancel White Balance Lock
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 45 Advanced Features Advanced Features White Balance Lock The color of the subject on the screen tends tolook different depending on the lightingcondition. The VIEWCAM is preset to AutoWhite B...
Page 55 - Manual Exposure; Subject is too bright against background.; To cancel Manual Exposure mode; E X PO S UR E
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 46 Advanced Features Manual Exposure The VIEWCAM is preset to Auto Exposuremode, which automatically chooses the optimalaperture. When there is too much contrast inbrightness between the subje...
Page 56 - Type of Backlight Modes; The VIEWCAM automatically switches
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 0 - 0 4 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 47 Advanced Features Advanced Features 3 Press the or button to adjust the picture or backlight to the desiredsetting. Type of Backlight Modes AUTO: The VIEWCAM automatically switches between ...
Page 57 - Gamma Playback; • “GAMMA” appears and the picture; To cancel Gamma Playback
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 8 - 0 4 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 48 Advanced Features Gamma Playback The gamma playback function improves thepicture by increasing the brightness of thesubject while leaving the brighter portions ofthe image unaffected. 1 Dur...
Page 58 - To stop editing; Setting Edit Mode; Editing; Recording; Cutting Unwanted Sequences
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 4 8 - 0 4 9 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 49 Advanced Features Advanced Features 4 Press the Pause/Still button on the VCR topause recording when the source tapereaches the beginning of the sequence tobe cut. 5 Press the Pause/Still o...
Page 59 - Lighting; Useful Information; Hints for Better Shooting; References; Optimal lighting range; Tips on Good Lighting
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 0 - 0 5 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 50 References Lighting For clear, good-quality recording, 500 to100,000 lux is needed. Recording is possiblewith less light, but the picture quality maysuffer. Adequate lighting is also essent...
Page 60 - Dew Formation; What is “dew formation”?; Dirty Video Heads
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 0 - 0 5 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 51 References References 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. • Whe...
Page 61 - Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp; Extending battery pack life; Battery Pack; Battery pack consumption
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 0 - 0 5 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 52 References Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp This VIEWCAM uses a fluorescent lamp tobacklight the LCD monitor. If the monitorbecomes dark or difficult to view, thefluorescent lamp may need to ...
Page 62 - Cleaning; Television Signal Standards; Video Cassette Tapes; Use only tapes with the; AC Adapter
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 0 - 0 5 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 53 References References Cleaning • Many plastic parts are used in the VIEWCAM casing. Do not use thinner, benzene or otherstrong chemical cleaners. These may causediscoloration and damage to ...
Page 63 - Demonstration Mode; Watching the Demonstration; • If a cassette is in the VIEWCAM, Demo; • The demonstration begins.; Canceling Demo Mode; Press
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 0 - 0 5 4 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 54 References Demonstration Mode You can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial VIEWCAM features in Demo mode.If the demonstration appears on the screenwhen you turn on the VIEWCAM for the ...
Page 64 - Before Requesting Service
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 5 - 0 5 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 55 References References Before Requesting Service Before calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table. Suggested solution Connect power source properly(pp. 7, 9). Cha...
Page 66 - Specifications; VIEWCAM; SERVICE INFORMATION
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 5 - 0 5 7 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 57 References References 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 Rec...
Page 67 - Realice los pasos 1 y 2 de arriba.; Guía de operación rápida en español
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 8 - 0 6 2 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 58 Inserción y extracción de labatería Inserción de la batería 1 Asegúrese de que el interruptor dealimentación esté en la posición OFF. 2 Deslice el control de abertura de lapuer ta del compa...
Page 68 - Carga de la batería; Pulse el botón
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 8 - 0 6 2 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o Guía de operación rápida en español 59 Carga de la batería 1 Inserte la batería en la VIEWCAM(consulte la página 58). Asegúrese de queel interruptor de alimentación esté en laposición OFF. • L...
Page 69 - • El portavideocasete se extiende y abre
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 8 - 0 6 2 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 60 4 Espere a que el portavideocasete sepliegue completamente. Cierre la puertadel compartimiento presionando sobrela parte central hasta que se coloque ensu lugar haciendo un ruido seco. Extr...
Page 70 - Quite la tapa del objetivo.; • La imagen captada por el objetivo se; Para hacer una pausa en la grabación; Batería
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 8 - 0 6 2 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o Guía de operación rápida en español 61 Grabación sencilla convideocámara en el modocompletamente automático Antes de empezar a grabar, realice lasoperaciones descritas en las páginas 58 a 60pa...
Page 71 - Reproducción; • Aparece la pantalla; Pulse el botón PLAY (; Para detener la reproducción; Control de volumen; el volumen según sus preferencias.
V L - A H 1 3 0 U / p p . 0 5 8 - 0 6 2 ; 0 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 / 1 8 : 0 0 G. K . A s s o c i a t e s , To k y o 62 Reproducción La pantalla del monitor LCD hace posiblereproducir y ver lo que usted acaba de grabar.No es necesario conectar nada, pudiéndoserealizar la reproducción instantánea en pantallao...
Page 72 - LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER; OPERATION MANUAL; MODEL; Important; Please read this operation manual; carefully before using the VIEWCAM.; uct, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.; CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY; NTSC
VL-AH130U/hyou; 00/12/14/18:00 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORATION Osaka, Japan Printed in MalaysiaTINSE0398TAZZ01P02-M-G LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER OPERATION MANUAL MODEL VL-AH130U Important Model No.: Serial No.: Please read this operati...
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