Sharp VL-NZ50U - MiniDV Compact Digital Viewcam Specifications

VL-NZ50U-*hyou; 02/02/12/18:00LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY CAMCORDEROPERATION MANUALMODELVL-NZ50UImportantModel No.: Serial No.:Please read this operation m

ixSupplied AccessoriesBattery packBT-L225n*AC adapterUADP-0339TAZZ*Audio/video cableQCNW-1979TAZZLens capGCOVH1296TASALens hoodGCOVA1870TASAWrist stra

xOptional AccessoriesNote:• The listed model names are for U.S. accessories.For optional and additional accessories, contact your local dealer, call t

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

xiiUseful FeaturesStill Recording ... 29Attaching the Supplied Tripod Adapter ...

Operation ReferencesOperation References1Operation ReferencesPart NamesFor details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated in brac

Operation References2Rear 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 References3Rear viewBottom viewWrist strap loop[p. 14]Battery release [p. 7]Battery mounting surface[p. 7]Tripod adapter

Operation References4On-screen Display IndexFor details on the use of each function, refer to the page number indicated.AUTO30minCLOCK SETDISPLAYRETUR

Operation ReferencesOperation References5Manual screensOn-screen indicators on/offEach time you press the MANUAL button, the screenchanges as shown be

Operation References6Warning IndicatorsIf a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.Displayed for the first3 second

iThank you for purchasing this camcorder from SHARP.The camcorder will enhance your home video enjoyment and allow you to capture thosespecial moments

Preparation7PreparationPreparationRemoving1 Make sure that the Power switch is setto OFF.2 Rotate the monitor section of thecamcorder (1), then press

8PreparationCharging the BatteryPack1Attach the battery pack on thecamcorder, and make sure that thePower switch is set to OFF.2 Plug the AC adapter i

Preparation9PreparationPowering theCamcorder from an ACOutletYou can also power the camcorder from apower outlet by using the supplied AC adapter.Caut

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

Preparation11PreparationInstalling the LithiumBatteryInstallingThe supplied lithium battery is used to store thememory of the date and time settings.1

12PreparationSelecting the Languagefor the On-screenDisplayThis camcorder allows you to choose English,French or Spanish as the on-screen displaylangu

Preparation13PreparationSetting the Date andTimeExample: Setting the date to June 2, 2003(JUN. 2. 2003) and the time to 10:30 am(10:30 AM).Note:• Befo

14PreparationChanging to the 24-hour TimeMode1 After performing step 8 above, press lor m to select “12H/24H”, then press theSET button.2 Press l or m

Preparation15PreparationTips on RecordingPositionsTo create images that are easy to watch duringplayback, try to record with an upright postureand ste

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

iiWARNINGCFCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifica-tions to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could voi

Basic OperationsCamera Recording17Basic OperationsZoomingZooming allows you to move visually closer toor farther from a subject without physicallychan

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

Basic OperationsPlayback19Basic OperationsPlaybackThe LCD monitor screen functions as a handyplayback monitor. Nothing needs to beconnected, allowing

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

Basic OperationsPlayback21Basic OperationsWatching Playback on aTVYou can connect the camcorder to a TV toallow a larger audience to enjoy playback.1

22Useful FeaturesUsing the MenuScreensUse the menu screens to adjust the variouscamcorder settings.1 Set to the desiredcamcorder mode(CAMERA or VCR).•

Useful featuresCamera Recording23Useful FeaturesUseful FeaturesCamera RecordingDisplaying theRecording GuideThis function helps you decide on the size

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

Useful featuresCamera Recording25Useful FeaturesGamma BrightnessCompensationWhen the subject is backlit, the image willappear dark if it is recorded n

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

iiishould never be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, or othersimilar surface. This product should notbe placed ina built-ininstallati

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Useful FeaturesPlayback35Useful FeaturesDisplaying the Date andTime of RecordingFollow the procedure below to display the date,or both the date and ti

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

iv15. Power LinesCAn outside antennasystem should not be located in thevicinity of overhead power lines or otherelectric light or power circuits, or w

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording37Advanced FeaturesManual FocusAuto Focus may not be able to focus on thesubject in the situations shown below. In su

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

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording39Advanced FeaturesWhite Balance LockThe color of the subject on the screen looksdifferent depending on lighting cond

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

Advanced FeaturesCamera Recording41Advanced FeaturesScene Menu(Program AE)You can set the camcorder to the shootingmode that will create the best resu

42Advanced FeaturesUsing the Time CodeThe time code shows the hour, minute andsecond of recording, and the frame number(1 frame = approx. 1/30 sec.).

Advanced FeaturesPlayback43Advanced FeaturesEditingVideo editing lets you refine your videos byremoving unwanted sequences from your tape,or transposi

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

Advanced FeaturesPlayback45Advanced FeaturesAudio Dubbing FeatureYou can add narration to recordings made withthis camcorder, while preserving the ori

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

vQuick Operation GuidePlease consult this operation manualfurther for details on these and otherfunctions of your camcorder.Attaching the BatteryPack1

Advanced FeaturesPlayback47Advanced FeaturesSelecting the AudioPlayback ModeYou can select any of the following audioplayback modes.Audio 1+2• 12-bit

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

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

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

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

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

53AppendixAppendixStorage• Store the battery pack in a fully dischargedstate.• Store the battery pack in a dry, cool place.• When storing a fully char

54AppendixDew Formation• What is “dew formation”?When cold water is poured into a glass, dewdrops form on the glass. This clinging ofwater drops is ca

55AppendixAppendixDirty Video HeadsWhen the video heads have become cloggedwith dirt (dust and tape coating particles),• mosaic-like noise appears on

56AppendixCleaning• Many plastic parts are used in the camcordercasing. Do not use thinner, benzene or otherstrong chemical cleaners. These may caused

viInserting a Cassette1Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide the cassettecompartment door release and open thecassette compartment door.

57AppendixAppendixDemonstration ModeYou can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial camcorder features in Demo mode.If the demonstration appears on

58AppendixBefore Requesting ServiceBefore calling for service, please check the following troubleshooting table.SymptomNo power.REC START/STOP buttond

59AppendixAppendixNotes:• This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by externalelectrical noise or inte

60AppendixSpecificationsCamcorderSignal System: NTSC standardRecording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemCassette: Digital VCR Mini DV vi

61PRECAUCIONRIESGO DE SACUDIDA ELÉCTRICA. NO ABRIR.Información importante para los consumidores de los EE.UU.ADVERTENCIA: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE CA

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

63por lo tanto, éstas no deberán taparse. Lasaberturas no deberán taparse nuncacolocando el producto en una cama, sofá,alfombra u otras superficies si

64Notas acerca de la utilización de lapila de litioCAMBIE SÓLO LA PILA POR OTRA DEL TIPOCR2025 FABRICADA POR TOSHIBA,MATSUSHITA O HITACHI MAXELL. LAUT

65Interruptor de alimentaciónGuía de operación rápidaColocación de la batería1Asegúrese de que elinterruptor de alimentaciónesté en OFF.2 Alinee la ma

66Control de abertura de lapuerta del compartimientodel caseteLengüeta de protección contra borradoSugerencias sobre lasposiciones de grabaciónPara cr

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

67Interruptor de alimentaciónBotón RECSTART/STOPControl de zoom motorizado/control de volumenBotón de operaciónBotón debloqueoBotón de bloqueoControl

68Cuando se selecciona “ESPAÑOL” como idioma de la visualización en pantalla aparecen lassiguientes visualizaciones indicadas a continuación.Visualiza

69Les affichages sur écran suivants apparaissent lorsque “FRANÇAIS” est sélectionné pour lalangue de l’affichage.Affichages sur écran en françaisAUTO3

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