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VL-Z300H/VL-Z100H-Cover; 04/2/23/18:00SHARP CORPORATIONSHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton HeathManchester M40 5BEPrinted in

xPrecautions• Before recording an important scene,please perform the recording test, thenplayback to check if the scene was re-corded properly. If noi

xiDew Formation• What is “dew formation”?When cold water is poured into a glass,dew drops form on the glass. This clingingof water drops is called dew

xiiDirty Video HeadsWhen the video heads have becomeclogged with dirt (dust and tape coatingparticles),• mosaic-like noise appears on theplayback pict

Operation References1Operation ReferencesPart NamesFor details on the use of each part, refer to the page number indicated inparentheses.Front viewZoo

Operation ReferencesOperation References2Lithium battery cover (p. 10)Tripod socket*Left viewDioptre adjustment dial (p. 17)Battery release (pp. 6, 10

Operation References3Viewfinder (pp. 16, 17)Power Zoom Wide angle/Telephoto control (p. 21)/VOLume control (p. 26)Record Start/Stop button (p. 20)PHOT

Operation ReferencesOperation References4Warning IndicatorsIf a warning indicator appears on the screen, follow the specified instructions.Displayed f

Preparation5PreparationAttaching andRemoving the BatteryPackAttaching1 Make sure that the Powerswitch is set to OFF.2 Open the LCD monitor to a 90° an

PreparationPreparation6Removing1 Make sure that the Power switch isset to OFF, then open the LCDmonitor to a 90° angle to thecamcorder body.2 Slide th

Preparation7Charging the BatteryPack1Attach the battery pack to thecamcorder, and make sure that thePower switch is set to OFF.2 Connect the supplied

iiThis equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderung

PreparationPreparation8Powering theCamcorder from anAC OutletYou can also power the camcorder from apower outlet by using the supplied ACadapter.Note:

Preparation9Inserting andRemoving a CassetteInserting1 Attach the power source to thecamcorder, then slide and hold thecassette compartment door relea

PreparationPreparation10Installing the LithiumBatteriesInstalling the Memory BatteryThe supplied CR1216 type lithium battery isused to store the memor

Preparation11Installing the Battery toRemote Control (Not sup-plied)The remote control (RRMCGA237WJSA)is not supplied with this camcorder.Contact the

PreparationPreparation123 Press the centre of the Operationbutton.4 Press m or l to select “2” (day),then press the centre of the Operationbutton.5 Pr

Preparation13Changing to the 12-hourTime Mode1 After performing step 8 above, pressl or m to select “12H/24H”, thenpress the centre of the Operationbu

PreparationPreparation14Using the Lens CapAttach the strap of the lens cap to the handstrap as shown below.When attaching or removing the lens cap,gra

Preparation15Adjusting the HandStrap1Open the hand strap flap (1) and gripstrap (2).2 Loosen the grip strap, pass your righthand through the hand stra

PreparationPreparation16Using the ViewfinderYou can record the subject using theelectronic viewfinder. You can also watchplayback through the viewfind

Preparation17Closing the viewfinderPush in the viewfinder completely.Notes:• Do not use excessive force when movingthe viewfinder.• Do not pick up the

iiiWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard,do not expose this apparatus todripping or splashing. Noobjects filled with liquids, suchas vases, should be

PreparationPreparation18Using the LCDMonitorYou can use the LCD monitor to play backrecordings that you have made or to watchthe subject during record

Preparation19Tips on RecordingPositionsTurn the LCDmonitor so that thescreen facesupward.Balance yourweight on bothlegs.Turn the LCDmonitor so that th

Basic Operations20Basic OperationsCamera RecordingEasy CameraRecording in FullAuto Mode• Before you start recording, perform theoperations described o

Basic Operations21PAUSETo pause recordingPress the Record Start/Stop button again.Recording pauses, and the camcorderenters Recording Standby mode.To

Basic Operations22Basic OperationsCamera RecordingPower Standby ModePower Standby mode allows you to preventaccidental recording by locking alloperati

Basic Operations23Auto FocusThe camcorder is preset to Auto Focusmode, which is designed to focus on mosttypes of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, thecam

Basic Operations24Basic OperationsCamera RecordingInformation Displayfor Battery UsageWhen the camcorder operates with thebattery pack, the battery us

Basic Operations25Note:• If you press the Record Start/Stop button inPlayback mode, the “g” mark appears andthe camcorder enters Recording Standbymode

Basic OperationsPlaybackBasic Operations26VOLUMEVideo SearchThe video search function makes it easy tosearch for a desired scene on the tape.Searching

Basic Operations27Watching Playbackon a TVYou can connect the camcorder to a TV toallow a larger audience to enjoy playback.1 Open the terminal cover

ivSPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plugincorporating a 3A fuse. Should the f

Useful FeaturesUseful Features28Operation buttonDISPLAY/MODE SET buttonPower switchInformationdisplay onMode screenInformationdisplay offExampleExampl

Useful Features29MENU buttonOperation buttonPower switchExampleExampleExampleUsing the Menu ScreensUse the menu screens to adjust the variouscamcorder

Useful FeaturesUseful Features30Power ZoomcontrolDigital zoom indicatorUseful FeaturesCamera RecordingThe “D” digital zoom indicator is displayeddurin

Useful Features31BacklightCompensation (BLC)When the subject is backlit, the image willappear dark if it is recorded normally. Usethe backlight compen

Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingUseful Features32Gain-upWhen you are recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated location, “LIGHT” is displayedon the scre

Useful Features33Fade In and Fade OutThe fade function allows you to graduallybring the image and sound in or out at thebeginning or end of a scene fo

Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingUseful Features34Quick ReturnIf while playing back your tape you want toquickly return to the last recorded sceneand st

Useful Features35Still RecordingYou can record continuous still images ofsubjects.1 In Recording Standbymode, press the PHOTObutton fully.• A still im

Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingUseful Features36Digital ImageStabilization (DIS)The digital image stabilization (DIS) function al-lows you to stabiliz

Useful Features37Power Save ModePower save mode will turn off thecamcorder automatically to save batterypower when the camcorder is not in use for5 o

vNOTE:The LCD panel of this camcorder is a very high technology product with morethan 215,000 thin-film transistors*, giving you fine picture detail.

Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingUseful Features38Self RecordingNormal self recordingOpen the LCD monitor and rotate it 180°vertically so that the scree

Useful Features39Self recording with reversedgripRotate the grip 105° and the LCD monitor180° vertically so that you can recordyourself while holding

Useful FeaturesCamera RecordingUseful Features40Recording in LP (LongPlay Recording) ModeThis camcorder allows you to record in LP(Long Play Recording

Useful Features41Selecting the 16-bitAudio RecordingModeThe camcorder normally records audio inthe 12-bit audio recording mode. For higher-quality aud

Useful FeaturesPlaybackUseful Features42Using the RemoteControl(Not Supplied)The remote control (RRMCGA237WJSA) isnot supplied with this camcorder. Co

Useful Features43Selecting the Dateand Time ofRecording DisplayFollow the procedure below to select thedate, or both the date and time, of recordingdi

Useful FeaturesPlaybackUseful Features44Picture EffectPlaybackThese picture effects let you play backimages with a more dramatic effect.4 Press the DI

Useful Features45Rotate PlaybackThis function allows you to play backimages rotated 180°.1 In Playback mode, press the MENUbutton to display the menu

Useful FeaturesPlaybackUseful Features46Stretch PlaybackStretch playback allows you to playback asqueezed image with the wide screen feelof a movie sh

Advanced Features47Manual FocusAuto Focus may not be able to focus on thesubject in the situations shown below. Insuch situations, set the camcorder t

viPart Names ... 1Warning Indicators ... 4Ope

Advanced FeaturesCamera RecordingAdvanced Features48Displaying the ManualSetting ScreenYou can manually adjust these settings asshown below in the man

Advanced Features49Adjusting WhiteBalanceThe colour of the subject on the screenlooks different depending on lightingconditions. Selecting a White Bal

Advanced FeaturesCamera RecordingAdvanced Features50Locking1 Select “LOCK MODE” in step 4 in“Selecting” on the previous page.2 Aim the lens at a white

Advanced Features51Manual IrisThe camcorder is preset to Auto Iris mode,which automatically selects the optimalaperture. However, when there is too mu

Advanced FeaturesCamera RecordingAdvanced Features52Manual GainWhen recording in a dark or poorlyilluminated location with Auto Gain mode,the light se

Advanced Features53Setting the ShutterSpeedThe shutter speed is preset to auto mode,which automatically selects the optimalshutter speed for the ambie

Advanced FeaturesCamera RecordingAdvanced Features54Setting theCamcorder to FullAuto ModeYou can set all the settings shown in thescreen to Full Auto

Advanced Features55Scene Menu(Program AE)You can set the camcorder to a shootingmode that will create the best results for aspecific situation. Just s

Advanced FeaturesCamera RecordingAdvanced Features56Digital PictureEffectsThese digital picture effects let you recordthe subject with a more dramatic

Advanced Features57Using the Time CodeThe time code shows the hour, minute andsecond of recording, and the frame number(1 frame = approx. 1/25 sec.).

viiUseful FeaturesControl Buttons ... 28Using the Mode Screens ...

Advanced FeaturesPlaybackAdvanced Features58Audio DubbingFeatureYou can add narration to recordings madewith this camcorder, while preserving theorigi

Advanced Features59Audio Dubbing1 Play back the Mini DV cassetterecorded in SP mode and locate thetape position where you wish to startaudio dubbing.2

Advanced FeaturesPlaybackAdvanced Features60Selecting the AudioPlayback ModeYou can select any of the following audioplayback modes.Audio 1H2• 12-bit

Advanced Features61EditingVideo editing lets you refine your videos byremoving unwanted sequences from yourtape, or transposing one sequence withanoth

Advanced FeaturesPlaybackAdvanced Features62Recording from anExternal Source(VL-Z300 only)You can use this camcorder to record oredit videos from anot

Advanced Features63To Record from an ExternalSource1 In Playback mode, press the MENUbutton to display the menu screen.2 Press l or m on the Operation

Advanced FeaturesPlaybackAdvanced Features64Editing with the DVTerminal (IEEE1394)This camcorder can be used as a digitalvideo editor. A DV cable tran

Advanced Features65To Record from Video Equip-ment (VL-Z300 only)1 Set the camcorder to Playback mode,and insert a Mini DV cassette.2 Begin playback o

Advanced FeaturesPlaybackAdvanced Features66AV-OUTVIDEOS-VIDEOL-AUDIO-R(MONO):Using the Camcorderas a Converter(VL-Z300 only)You can use this camcorde

Appendix67Darker BrighterDecreaseDarkerIncreaseBrighter–+–+–+LCD BRI GHTLCD COLOURVF BRIGHT5 Press the MENU button to turn off themenu screen.Note:• W

viiiAdvanced FeaturesAppendixPicture/Backlight Adjustments ... 67Turning off the Confirmation Sound ...

AppendixAppendix68Turning off theConfirmation SoundA confirmation sound is made when youturn on or off the Power switch, press theRecord Start/Stop bu

Appendix69Demonstration ModeYou can watch a brief demonstration of thespecial camcorder features in Demo mode.If the demonstration appears on the scre

AppendixAppendix70Position thesubject in thecentre.Focus manually whenyou need to positionthe subject off centre(see page 47).Useful InformationHints

Appendix71Erasure protect tabAbout a tape recorded with high-definition camcorderThis camcorder cannot play back a taperecorded with high-definition c

AppendixAppendix72Battery PackThis camcorder uses a lithium-ion typebattery pack.Charging• Charge the battery pack immediately (or aday) before use. T

Appendix73Windowcleaning coverAC Adapter• The AC adapter may interfere withreception if used near a radio.• Prevent flammables, liquids, and metalobje

AppendixAppendix74Using Your CamcorderAbroadTelevision signal standards and electricalvoltages and frequencies vary substantiallyfrom country to count

Appendix75TroubleshootingThe following conditions do not always denote trouble. Therefore, perform the checks describedbelow before calling for servic

AppendixAppendix76SymptomNo image appearson connected TVscreen.No image from an ex-ternal source ap-pears on thecamcorder screen.(VL-Z300 only)Cannot

Appendix77SymptomBattery pack is easilydepleted.Clock has been re-set.Cassette will noteject.No image on monitor.Viewfinder picture ishard to see.Moni

ixSupplied AccessoriesBattery packBT-L227CR1216 typelithium batteryfor camcorder Lens capStandard-lifebattery packBT-L227External battery withhand str

AppendixAppendix78Notes:• This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected byexternal electrical noise or inte

Appendix79SpecificationsCamcorderSignal System: PAL standardRecording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemCassette: Digital VCR Mini DV vid

AppendixAppendix80On-screen Display IndexA U TOAUTO30minAUTOPAUSEPAUSEPAUSEA U TOAUTO30minAUTOSELECT SETFADEMANUAL SE TFOCUSAUTO FOCUSSETT ING 1QK.DGT

Appendix81SELECT SETOFFOTHERS 1BEEPREMOTEDEFAULTRETURNRETURNLCD SETBACKL I GHTLCD BRI GHTLCD COLOURRETURNVF BRIGHTPLAYBACKAUDI OANLG DGTLRETURNSETOTHE

AppendixAppendix82IndexAAC adapter ... 7, 8Audio dubbing ... 58, 59Audio playback mode

Appendix83MManual focus ... 47Manual setting ... 48MENU button ...

VL-Z300H/VL-Z100H-Cover; 04/2/23/18:00SHARP CORPORATIONSHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton HeathManchester M40 5BEPrinted in