Sharp VL-NZ50E Specifications

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDERVL-NZ50EENGLISHOPERATION MANUALOPERATION MANUALVL-NZ50E/hyou; 02/2/21/18:00VL-NZ50EVL-NZ50E

viiSupplied AccessoriesBattery packBT-L225 Power cordAudio/video cable Lens capLens hood Wrist strapTripod adapterCR2025 typelithium batteryAC adapte

viii Optional AccessoriesNote:• Some of these accessories may not be available in selected areas.Standard-lifebattery packBT-L225Extended-lifebattery

ixContentsPart Names ... 1On-screen Display Index ...

x Useful FeaturesStill Recording ... 29Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter ...

Operation ReferencesOperation References 1Operation ReferencesPart NamesFor details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in bra

Operation References2 Rear viewDV terminal[p. 44]AV jack[pp. 21, 43]GUIDE ON/OFFswitch [p. 23]Operation buttonJack cover[pp. 21, 43, 44]Power Zoom Wid

Operation ReferencesOperation References 3Rear viewBottom viewWrist strap loop[p. 13]Battery release [p. 7]Battery mounting surface[p. 7]Tripod adapte

Operation References4 On-screen Display IndexFor details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.AUTO30minCLOCK SETDISPLAYRETU

Operation ReferencesOperation References 5Manual screensOn-screen indicators on/offEach time you press the MANUAL button, the screenchanges as shown b

Operation References6 Warning IndicatorsIf a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.Displayed for the first3 secon

Before using the camcorder, please read this operation manual carefully,especially page iv.ENGLISHOPERATION MANUALWARNINGTO PREVENT SHOCKHAZARD, DO NO

Preparation 7PreparationPreparationRemoving1 Make sure that the Power switch is setto OFF.2 Rotate the monitor section of thecamcorder (1), then press

8 PreparationNotes:• Charge the battery pack between 10°C and30°C. The battery pack may not chargeproperly at temperatures too low or too high.• The b

Preparation 9PreparationPowering theCamcorder from an ACOutletYou can also power the camcorder from apower outlet by using the supplied AC adapter.Cau

10 PreparationInserting and Removinga CassetteInserting1 Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide the cassettecompartment door release and

Preparation 11PreparationInstalling the LithiumBatteryInstallingThe supplied lithium battery is used to store thememory of the date and time settings.

12 Preparation1 Hold down the Lock buttonand set the Power switchto CAMERA.2 Press the MENU button until the menuscreen appears.3 Press the SET button

Preparation 13PreparationChanging to the 12-hour TimeMode1 After performing step 8 above, press lor m to select “12H/24H”, then press theSET button.2

14 PreparationUsing the Lens CapAttach the strap to the lens cap as shownbelow.Attach the strap of the lens cap to the wriststrap as shown below.Alway

Preparation 15PreparationTips on RecordingPositionsHolding the camcorderPlace your right thumb close to the REC START/STOP button and Power Zoom contr

16 Basic OperationsEasy Camera Recordingin Full Auto Mode• Before you start recording, perform theoperations described on pages 7 through 15to prepare

WARNING:This Camcorder must be supplied only with DC 7.4 volts from a BT-L225 or BT-L445 battery or the AC adapter (UADP-0342TAZZ).CAUTION:As there ar

Basic OperationsCamera Recording 17Basic OperationsZoomingZooming allows you to move visually closer toor farther from a subject without physicallycha

18 Basic OperationsRemaining BatteryPower DisplayWhen using the camcorder with the batterypack as the power source, the remainingbattery power indicat

Basic OperationsCamera Recording 19Basic OperationsPlaybackThe LCD monitor screen functions as a handyplayback monitor. Nothing needs to beconnected,

20 Basic OperationsVideo SearchThe video search function makes it easy tosearch for a desired scene on the tape.Searching for a Scene Nearthe Current

Basic OperationsPlayback 21Basic OperationsWatching Playback on aTVYou can connect the camcorder to a TV toallow a larger audience to enjoy playback.1

22 Useful FeaturesUseful FeaturesUsing the MenuScreensUse the menu screens to adjust the variouscamcorder settings.1 Set to the desiredcamcorder mode(

Useful FeaturesUseful featuresCamera Recording 23Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingDisplaying theRecording GuideTo turn off the recording guideSet the GU

24 Useful FeaturesSetting the DigitalZoomYou can select three different zoom ranges: 1–10K (optical zoom), 10–40K (digital zoom) or10–300K (digital zo

Useful FeaturesUseful featuresCamera Recording 25Gamma BrightnessCompensationWhen the subject is backlit, the image willappear dark if it is recorded

26 Useful FeaturesGain-upWhen you are recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated location, “LIGHT” is displayed onthe screen. Use the gain-up function t

iQuick Operation GuidePlease consult this operation manualfurther for details on these and otherfunctions of your camcorder.Attaching the BatteryPack

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording 27Useful FeaturesFade In and Fade OutThe fade function allows you to gradually bringthe image and sound in or out at t

28 Useful FeaturesQuick ReturnIf while playing back your tape you want toquickly return to the last recorded scene andstart recording again, use the q

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording 29Useful FeaturesStill RecordingYou can record continuous still images ofsubjects.1 In Recording Standby mode,press th

30 Useful FeaturesOFFONDGTL ZOOMTAPEDISSPEED16 9:AUDI O MODERETURNSETT I NG 2ON16 9:Wide Screen (16:9)The wide screen function lets you recordscenes

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording 31Useful FeaturesSelf RecordingRotate the LCD monitor 180° vertically so thatthe screen faces the other way and the su

32 Useful FeaturesRecording in LP (LongPlay Recording) ModeThis camcorder allows you to record in LP(Long Play Recording) mode for approximately50% mo

Useful FeaturesCamera Recording 33Useful FeaturesSelecting the 16-bitAudio Recording ModeThe camcorder normally records audio in the12-bit audio recor

34 Useful FeaturesUsing the RemoteControl (Not supplied)The remote control (RRMCG0084TASA) is notsupplied with this camcorder. Contact thenearest SHAR

Useful FeaturesPlayback 35Useful FeaturesDisplaying the Date andTime of RecordingFollow the procedure below to display the date,or both the date and t

36 Useful FeaturesPicture Effect PlaybackThese picture effects let you play back imageswith a more dramatic effect.4 Press l or m to select the desire

ii Tips on RecordingPositionsTo create images that are easy to watch duringplayback, try to record with an upright postureand steady hand to prevent a

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording 37Advanced FeaturesManual focus indicatorAdvanced FeaturesCamera RecordingManual FocusAuto Focus may not be able to

38 Advanced FeaturesTo return to Auto Exposure modePress the SET button while the exposure settingscreen is displayed.Note:• Manual Exposure mode will

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording 39Advanced FeaturesWhite Balance LockThe colour of the subject on the screen looksdifferent depending on lighting co

40 Advanced FeaturesDigital Picture EffectsThese digital picture effects let you record thesubject with a more dramatic effect.4 Press l or m to selec

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording 41Advanced FeaturesScene setting indicatorScene Menu(Program AE)You can set the camcorder to the shootingmode that w

42 Advanced FeaturesUsing the Time CodeThe time code shows the hour, minute andsecond of recording, and the frame number(1 frame = approx. 1/25 sec.).

Advanced FeaturesPlayback 43Advanced FeaturesEditingVideo editing lets you refine your videos byremoving unwanted sequences from your tape,or transpos

44 Advanced FeaturesEditing with the DVTerminal (IEEE1394)This camcorder enables you to perform digitalvideo editing. Connect the camcorder to videoeq

Advanced FeaturesPlayback 45Advanced FeaturesAudio Dubbing FeatureYou can add narration to recordings made withthis camcorder, while preserving the or

46 Advanced FeaturesAudio Dubbing1 Play back the recorded Mini DV cassetteand locate the tape position where youwish to start audio dubbing.2 Press m

iiiQuick Operation GuideEasy Camera Recording1 Insert a cassette into the camcorder.2 Hold down the Lock button and set thePower switch to CAMERA.• T

Advanced FeaturesPlayback 47Advanced FeaturesSelecting the AudioPlayback ModeYou can select any of the following audioplayback modes.Audio 1+2• 12-bit

48 AppendixAppendixPicture/BacklightAdjustmentsIf the picture is difficult to see due to ambientlight or other factors, adjust the monitor picturesett

Appendix 49AppendixTurning off theConfirmation SoundA confirmation sound is made when you turnon or off the Power switch, press the RECSTART/STOP butt

50 AppendixPosition the subject inthe centre.Focus manually when youneed to position thesubject off centre (seepage 37).Light from behind Backlighting

Appendix 51AppendixDV TechnologyDigital video (DV) is a revolutionary technologythat enables recording and playback of highquality images with the use

52 AppendixMini DV CassettePrecautions when using a Mini DVcassette• Be sure to use only Mini DV cassettes with thei mark.• This camcorder can record

Appendix 53AppendixStorage• Store the battery pack in a fully dischargedstate.• Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place.• When storing a fully cha

54 AppendixCleaning• Many plastic parts are used in the camcordercasing. Do not use thinner, benzene or otherstrong chemical cleaners. These may cause

Appendix 55AppendixDemonstration ModeYou can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial camcorder features in Demo mode.If the demonstration appears on

56 AppendixBefore Requesting ServiceBefore calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table.SymptomNo power.REC START/STOP button

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

Appendix 57AppendixNotes:• This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by externalelectrical noise or int

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

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vDew 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

vi Dirty Video HeadsWhen the video heads have become cloggedwith dirt (dust and tape coating particles),• mosaic-like noise appears on the playbackpic