Sharp VL-Z1U - Manual

Sharp VL-Z1U

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – ii; CAUTION; Important Information for Consumers in
  • Page 3 – iii; PRODUCT DISPOSAL; BATTERY DISPOSAL; CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY; not to take out
  • Page 4 – iv; WARNING; FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes; INFORMATION; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; NOTE; *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 5 – IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
  • Page 7 – vii
  • Page 8 – viii; Operation References; Camera Recording; Contents; xi
  • Page 9 – ix; Useful Features; Using the Remote Control; Advanced Features
  • Page 10 – Playback; Appendix; Selecting the Language for the Information
  • Page 11 – Supplied Accessories; Optional Accessories
  • Page 12 – xii; Precautions; Do not aim the lens at the sun.
  • Page 13 – xiii; Dew Formation; What is “dew formation”?
  • Page 14 – xiv; Dirty Video Heads; Press; Causes of video head clogging
  • Page 15 – Part Names; Front view; Zoom lens
  • Page 16 – Lithium battery cover (; Left view; Diopter adjustment dial (; Terminal cover
  • Page 17 – Right view
  • Page 18 – Warning Indicators; page
  • Page 19 – Preparation; Attaching; ” mark facing
  • Page 20 – Removing; Take the battery pack out.
  • Page 21 – Open the DC IN jack cover.; Battery
  • Page 23 – Inserting
  • Page 24 – Installing the Memor y Battery; side of the battery facing out.
  • Page 25 – side of the battery facing the; The battery used in this
  • Page 26 – Example; S E T T I NG; AM
  • Page 27 – Using the Lens Cap
  • Page 28 – Open the hand strap flap (; Using the Grip
  • Page 29 – Using the Viewfinder; Pull out the viewfinder completely.
  • Page 30 – Closing the viewfinder; Adjusting the diopter
  • Page 31 – or; Closing the LCD monitor
  • Page 32 – Holding the camcorder
  • Page 33 – R E C; Basic Operations
  • Page 34 – To pause recording; Zooming; Zooming in
  • Page 35 – Power Standby Mode; To resume operation; Press the LCD LAMP button.
  • Page 36 – Auto Focus
  • Page 37 – B A T T E R Y I S
  • Page 38 – To stop playback; To turn the power off
  • Page 39 – Video Search
  • Page 40 – About the S-video socket
  • Page 41 – Control Buttons; Using the Mode Screens; To turn off the mode screen; DISPLAY button
  • Page 42 – Using the Menu Screens; DG T L Z OOM
  • Page 43 – To use optical zoom only
  • Page 44 – O N
  • Page 45 – To cancel the gain-up function
  • Page 46 – Fade In and Fade Out; To cancel Fade mode; To use Fade Out only; Using
  • Page 47 – Quick Return; S E A R C H
  • Page 48 – Still Recording; Edit Search
  • Page 49 – To cancel DIS function
  • Page 50 – Self Recording; Normal self recording; rotate it 180° vertically (
  • Page 52 – To return to normal screen
  • Page 53 – To return to SP mode; L P
  • Page 54 – Windbreak; To cancel Windbreak
  • Page 55 – A UD I O MOD E
  • Page 56 – Activating; Operating; R EMO T E
  • Page 57 – Reverse Playback; Slow; Frame Advance; Press the
  • Page 58 – D A T E
  • Page 59 – To cancel Picture Effect Playback; Types; The picture is displayed in; B W
  • Page 60 – Rotate Playback; To cancel Rotate Playback
  • Page 61 – Manual Focus
  • Page 63 – White Balance Lock; To return to Full Auto mode; L O C K M O D E
  • Page 64 – Manual Iris; Subject is too bright against background.; To return to Auto Iris mode
  • Page 65 – Manual Gain; Example of use; Faithfully recording a dark scene; To return to Auto Gain mode
  • Page 67 – To cancel the scene setting; D U S K
  • Page 68 – Using the Time Code; Display format; T C; ON; To turn off the time code
  • Page 69 – Editing; To stop editing
  • Page 71 – Microphone for Audio Dubbing; Audio Recording; In normal recording mode; In Audio Dubbing mode; 2-bit audio recording; 6-bit audio recording
  • Page 72 – Audio Dubbing; To pause audio dubbing; To cancel audio dubbing
  • Page 73 – Audio 1; A UD I O
  • Page 74 – Adjusting the Picture
  • Page 75 – Adjusting the Backlight; B A C K L I GH T
  • Page 76 – L A N G U E
  • Page 78 – Demonstration Mode; Watching; Canceling
  • Page 79 – Useful Information; Hints for Better Shooting
  • Page 80 – Mini DV Cassette
  • Page 81 – Battery Pack; Charging
  • Page 82 – AC Adapter; Extending battery pack life
  • Page 83 – Television Signal Standards
  • Page 84 – Troubleshooting
  • Page 87 – Specifications; Camcorder
  • Page 88 – On-screen Display Index; Camera mode
  • Page 89 – Playback mode
  • Page 90 – Guía de operación rápida; PRECAUCION; Información importante para los; Guía de operación rápida en español
  • Page 91 – A EN LA RANURA; PARA TIRAR LA BATERÍA
  • Page 92 – Precauciones
  • Page 93 – AVISOS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES
  • Page 95 – AVISO
  • Page 96 – Carga de la batería; Abra la cubier ta de la toma DC IN.
  • Page 97 – Extracción
  • Page 98 – ) y la correa de empuñadura
  • Page 99 – Utilización del visor; Ajuste de dioptrías; Saque completamente el visor.
  • Page 100 – Sujeción de la videocámara
  • Page 101 – Inserte un casete en la videocámara.; Empleo del zoom
  • Page 102 – Reproducción; Para detener la reproducción; Control de volumen
  • Page 103 – SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION; LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER; OPERATION MANUAL; MODEL; Important; • See page 64 for use of Demo mode.
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Valid for warranty service in the U.S. only

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand
product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship
and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective
Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts
or labor for the period(s) set forth below.

This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded
item(s) set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which
has been subjected to improper voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has
been altered or modified in design or construction.

In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth
below and provide proof of purchase to the servicer.

The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to
purchasers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH
BELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.

Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other
than those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period
described herein on behalf of Sharp.

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.

Model Specific Section

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:

VL-Z1U Camcorder
(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.

Disk Media supplied with this Product is warranted for replacement
only and limited to ninety (90) days from date of purchase. Non-
rechargeable batteries are excluded from warranty coverage.

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 1-800-BE-SHARP.

Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer.
Be sure to have

Proof of Purchase

available. If you ship the Prod-

uct, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.

TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, GO TO OUR WEBSITE AT

www.sharpusa.com

OR CALL

1-800-BE-SHARP

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATION

Osaka, Japan

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDER

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

VL-Z1U

Printed in Japan
TINSEA057WJZZ
03P04-JKG

VL-Z1U/-*hyou; 03/3/7/18:00

Important

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Please read this operation manual
carefully before using the camcorder.

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

• See page 64 for use of Demo mode.

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Summary

Page 2 - ii; CAUTION; Important Information for Consumers in

ii Thank you for purchasing this camcorder from SHARP.The camcorder will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you tocapture those special moments. Please read this operation manual to familiarizeyourself with the camcorder’s features, so that you will get the most out of it. Thevideo techniqu...

Page 3 - iii; PRODUCT DISPOSAL; BATTERY DISPOSAL; CAUTION ON LITHIUM BATTERY; not to take out

iii PRODUCT DISPOSAL This Product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing asmall amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulateddue to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling informa-tion, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics In...

Page 4 - iv; WARNING; FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes; INFORMATION; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; NOTE; *Specifications are subject to change without notice.

iv WARNING C FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manu-facturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digit...

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