Basic Operations; Camera Recording; Selecting The Camcorder Mode - Sharp ViewCam VL-MC500S Operation Manual

Basic Operations

Camera Recording

Selecting the Camcorder Mode

This camcorder includes functions for use as both a video
camera for recording and playing back images on tapes and
as a digital still camera for recording and playing back still
images on cards. One of the following camcorder modes
needs to be set before starting any operation.
Camcorder modes
Tape Camera mode
For recording motion and still images on a
tape.
1
Set the Media Selection switch
to V.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the Power
switch to v.
Card Camera mode
For recording still images on a card.
1
Set the Media Selection switch
to u.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the Power
switch to v.
Note:
• To turn the power off, set the Power switch to OFF without pressing the Lock button.
Caution:
• Do not change the camcorder mode by operating the Media Selection switch during recording or
playback, as this may cause damage to the tape or card.
Tape Playback mode
For playing back or editing motion and still
images recorded on a tape.
1
Set the Media Selection switch
to V.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
Power switch to w.
Lock button
Card Playback mode
For playing back still images recorded on a
card.
1
Set the Media Selection switch
to u.
2
Hold down the Lock
button and set the
Power switch to w.
Lock button
Power switch
Media Selection switch
Lock button
Lock button
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