Sharp VL-Z7U - Manual (Page 39)

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Basic Operations
Auto Focus
Available modes:
Tape Camera, Card Camera
The camcorder is preset to Auto Focus
mode, which is designed to focus on most
types of subjects. In Auto Focus mode, the
camcorder automatically focuses on the
subject in the center of the scene. Always
keep the subject in the center of the scene.
Notes:
• If no subject is in the center of the scene, the
focus area will expand and the subject
nearest the center will be focused on.
• Auto Focus may not work in the situations
described on page 53. In these situations,
use the manual focus function.
• The camcorder may not be able to focus
correctly if the subject is closer than
approximately 5 feet (1.5 m). Set the zoom
control to wide angle, and try refocusing
again.
• If the lens is dirty or fogged, the camcorder
may not be able to focus correctly.
Macro Shots
Available modes:
Tape Camera, Card Camera
This camcorder lets you shoot close-up
images of small objects such as flowers and
insects, or make title frames for your videos.
When you want to record a magnified image
of a subject which is within approximately 5
feet (1.5 m) of the camcorder, do not zoom
in on it. Instead, zoom out all the way by
pushing the Power Zoom control to the W
side, and then move the camcorder closer
to the subject until you obtain the desired
angle of view. The camcorder will automati-
cally focus on the subject when the lens is
set for the widest angle.
Note:
• When you are recording a macro shot, be
sure that the subject receives sufficient
illumination.
Power Zoom
control