Samsung SCA33, SCA85, SCA80, SCA35, SCA30 Owner’s Manual

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Video Camcorder

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SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85

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CC OCharge Coupled Device

Owner's Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read

this instructionbook thoroughly, and

retain it for future reference.

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Contents

Features ............................................................................................................ 12

Descriptions

• FrontView .................................................................................................................................... 43

• Side View 14

• RearView ..................................................................................................................... 15

• OSD(On Screen Display) ............................................................................................................ 16

Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ...........................................................................................18

Remote Control .................................................................................................................................... 19

• Self Timer Recording ................................................................................................................... 19

Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap ..................................................................................... 20

Lithium Battery Installation ................................................................................................................... 20

Connecting the Power Source ............................................................................................................. 21

• Touse the AC Power Adaptor and DC Cable .............................................................................. 21

• To use the Battery Pack ............................................................................................................... 22

Using the Battery Pack ......................................................................................................................... 23

• Refresh ......................................................................................................................................... 23

• Time Table ................................................................................................................................... 23

• Battery Level Display ................................................................................................................... 24

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ........................................................................................................ 25

Making your First Recording .......................................................................................... "26

• Edit Search .................................................................................................................................. 26

Hints for Stable Image Recording ........................................................................................................ £7

Recording with Viewfinder .................................................................................................................... 27

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the Viewfinder ..................................................................28

Adjusting Focus and Brightness of the Viewflnder .............................................................................. 29

Viewing a Still Picture .......................................................................................................................... 29

Picture Search .................................................................................................................................... 29

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Contents (continued)

Setting a Function in CAMERAmode ................................................................................................ 30

Zooming In and Out ........................................................................................................................... 32

Digital Zoom ....................................................................................................................................... 33

EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ....................................................................................................... 34

Program AE (Automatic Exposure) .................................................................................................... 35

Fade In and Out ................................................................................................................................. 36

Creative DSE (Digital Special Effects) ................................................................................................ 37

Settin_ and Recording a DATE/TIME ................................................................................................ 38

Selecting and Recording a TITLE ...................................................................................................... 40

I-BLC/BLC (BLC for SCA3O).............................................................................................................. 41

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) .................................................................................................... 42

Usingthe VIDEO LIGHT ..................................................................................................................... 43

Lighting Techniques ............................................................................................................................ 44

Towatch with viewfinder ............................................................................................. 45

Towatch with TV monitor .................................................................................................................. 45

Various Functions in PLAYER mode ................................................................................................... 46

Setting Audio in the PLAYER mode .................................................................................................... 47

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...................................................................... 48

• Cleaning the Viewfinder .............................................................................................................. 48

• Cleaning the Video Heads .......................................................................................................... 48

• Storing the Camcorder ............................................................................................ 49

Self Diagnosis Display ...................................................................................................................... 50

Moisture Condensation ....................................................................................................................... 50

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 51

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Notices and Safety Instructions

+ Do not allow any metal objects to touch

the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack.

+ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty.

Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.

1) Do not place the camcorder so that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder

under sunlight or by a window.

2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.

3) Unintended rotation may cause damage to the viewfinder.

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Notices and Safety Instructions

• The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it during operation or after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

Ittakes 5 minutes (approx.) for the light to cool down.

• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light. The video light will be hot. Please allow time for it to cool down.

• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

• It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs.

*DANGER- NOTTOBEHANDLEDBYCHILDREN.

*DANGER - TOPREVENTPOSSIBLEBURNHAZARD,DISCONNECTSUPPLYCORDANDALLOW

1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may

cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.

for example:

• Whenyou move the camcorder from cold outside to

warm inside during the winter.

• Whenyou move tl_ecamcorder from cool inside to

hot outside during the summer.

2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave

the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery

removed.

3) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated

unexpectedly,and you want to override it,

detach then reinstall the battery pack and

lithium battery. (see page 20) Please make sure that _thecondensation has disappeared

completely.

EMITSINTENSEHEATANDLIGHT. USEWiTHCAUTIONTOREDUCETHERISKOF FiREOR INJURYTOPERSONS.

DONOTDIRECTLIGHTATPERSONSORMATERIALSFROMLESSTHANFOURFEET DURINGUSEAND UNTILCOOL.

DISCONNECTWHENNOTiNUSE. LAMPTOCOOLBEFOREREPLACING,

REPLACEONLYWITHJC6V-3W/G2.5,TOREDUCETHERISKOF FIRE.

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Notices and Safety Instructions

+ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting outdoors. + To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.

÷ When your camcerder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left set to STANDBY for more than

5 minutes without operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.

÷ Make sure that the battery pack is

fitted firmly into place. ,_

Dropping the battery pack may

damage it.

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NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY. MUST BE RECYCLED OR

WARNING:

DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

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Caution: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERYout ofthe reach of children.

÷ The lithiumbattery maintainsthe clock function, titte and presetcontentsmemory;

÷ The lithium battery for the camcorderlasts for about 8-10 months undernormal operation

÷ When the lithium battery becomesweak ordead, the date/time indicator flashes for

÷ Do not record in direct sunlight with the LENS pointing toward the sun.

Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

even if the battery pack or AC power adaptoris removed,

from time of installation,

about5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA. Inthis case, replace the lithium battery withtype CR202& (see page20)

LITHIUM BATTERY MUST BE WARNING: c_

RECYCLED OR DISPOSEDOF PROPERLY,

Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.

Notices and Safety Instructions

÷ It is very important to adjust the hand strap

for better shooting. (see page 20)

÷ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly,

the buckle may be damaged.

Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only.

+ To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads.When the playback

pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.

+ Do not use a wet type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. (see page 48)

÷ To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off

if it is left in STBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes.

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Notices and Safety Instructions

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF ELECTRIC

_, DO NOTREMOVE COVER(OR

BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

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To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully

insert.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS: 8. ACCESSORIES: All the safety and operating instructions should be

read before the CAMCORDER isoperated,

2.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:

The safety and operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS:

All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:

NI operating and maintenance instructions should

befollowed.

5.CLEANING:

Unplug this CAMCORDER h_m the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners,

Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.

6. ATTACHMENTS:

Do not use attachments not recommended by the

CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be

hazardous,

7. WATER AND MOISTURE:

Do not use thisCAMCORDER near water;

for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in awet basement, near a swimming

pool or lake.

Z_ This symbol isintended to alert the user to the presence of

This symbol is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure

that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.

important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product,

Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should

follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended

by the manufacturer,

A. An appliance and cartcombination

should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces

may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

Notices and Safety Instructions

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9.VENTILATION:

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating, These openings must not be blocked or covered, Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug,

or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.

This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless

proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES:

The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label, If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local

power company. ACAMCORDER is intended to be operated from

battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a

polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. Ifyou are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are

not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

13. OUTDOOR ANTENNAGROUNDING:

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges,

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors, location of antenna- discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding

electrode,

See figure below,

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Notices and Safety Instructions

14. LIGHTNING:

For added protection ofthis CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from

the wail outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system,

This will preventdamage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and power"lioe surges.

15. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located

in the vicinity d overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where itcan fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. OVERLOADING:

Do notoverload wall outlets and extension cords

as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:

Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part

that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the

CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use,

18. SERVICING:

Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:

Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wail outletand refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. Ifany liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have

fallen into the CAMCORDER.

c, If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or

water.

d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and willoften require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation,

eJf the CAMCORDER has been dropped or

the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct

change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result infire,

electric shock or other hazards.

21. SAFETYCHECK:

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

Notices and Safety Instructions

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to cal_ the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that

provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shal; be connected to the grounding system of the building as dose to the point of cable entry as practical,

USER iNSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment

could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules,

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Your camcorder has many features for recording and playback.

• I-BLC: Intelligent Back Light Compensation. When you shoot a subject with the Lightsource behind the subject or a subject

with a light background, use the I-BLC/BLC function. (see page 41)

• Models SCA33/A35/A80/A85 have I-BLC/BLC.

• Model SCA3O has BLC.

The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your

films by adding various special effects.(see page 37)

The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to the type of scene to be filmed.(see page 35)

Tocompensate for unstable images caused by hand shake, particularlyat high magnification. (see page 34)

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of

the subject in the scene.

For more professionalrecordings, use the zoom function. (see page 32)

Zooming more than 22x (SCA35/A80/A85 only) zoom is achieved digitally. (see page 33)

Macro

The macro function allows you to shoot your subject at close range.

You have to adjust the zoom to full wide for macro shooting. (see page 32)

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5. Power Switch

2. VIDEO LIGHT

1. Lens

3. Remote sensor

4. MIC

7. Manual Focus Dial

Lens (see page 53)

2. VIDEO LIGHT (see page 43)

Tobrighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. (SCA35/A85 only)

3. Remote sensor (see page 19) (not available on SCA30)

4, MIC

- SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural

- SCAS0/A85: Stereo

5. Power Switch (see page 21)

- CAMERA: Select to record,

- OFF: Select to torn off the camcorder,

- PLAYER: Select to play back,

6. I-BLC/BLC (see page 41)

I-BLC/BLC works in CAMERAmode.

(BLC for SCA30)

9, EJECT

8. MF/AF

6. I-BLC/BLC

11. DISPLAY 12, Counter Reset

13. Video Light / Zero Return

7. MANUAL FOCUS DIAL (see page 42)

8. MF/AF (see page 42)

MF/AFworks inCAMERAmode.

9. EJECT (see page 25) Use when ejecting the tape,

10. Viewfinder (see page 27)

SCA33/A35/AS0/A85 is color, SCA30 is black & white,

11. DISPLAY (see page 16)

Use to turn the OSD on or off.

12. COUNTER RESET

Use to reset the tape counter.

13. VIDEO LIGHT/ZERO RETURN

Video Light (SCA35/A85) works in CAMERA mode, Use to turn the video light on or off. (see page 43)

Zero return works inPLAYER mode. (see page 47)

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16. PLAY/STILL

14. E/SEARC_ O/REW

18. FADE

19, TITLE

20. DATE/TIME

14. E/SEARCH O/REW (see page 26)

E/SEARCH Oworks in STANDBY mode.

REW works in PLAYER mode.

15. E/SEARCH _ F.F (see page 26) E/SEARCH _ works in STANDBY mode.

F.F works in PLAYER mode,

16. PLAY/STILL

17. STOP

18. FADE (see page 36) Fade works in CAMERA mode,

19. TITLE (see page 41) TITLE works in CAMERAmode.

20. DATE/TIME (see page 38, 39)

DATE/TIME works in CAMERA mode,

15. E/SEARCH _ F,F 17, STOP

24. START/STOP

23. LOCK/STANDBY

22. DSE

25. MENU Dial

21. MENU/ENTER

21.

MENU/ENTER (see page 30) MENU/ENTER works in CAMERAand

PLAYER mode. (PLAYER mode: SCA80/A85 only)

22. DSE (see page 37) DSE (Digital Special Effects) works in

CAMERA mode.

23. LOCK/STANDBY (see page 21) LOCK: off

- STANDBY: CAMERA

24. START/STOP (see page 26)

START/STOP button works in CAMERA mode,

25. MENU Dial

MENU Dial works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode.

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27, Zoom 28. AudioNideo Out

35. Cassette holder

26. Battery Eject

33, Hooks for

shoulder strap

32, Battery pack

compartment

31, Lithium battery

compartment

29. BATTERY TERMINAL

30. BATTERY TERMINAL (+)-

34. Jack for DC Cable 33, Hooks for

shoulder strap

36. Window for

cassette

37, External MIC Jack 40, S-VIDEO Out

Lens cap

39. Hand strap

26. BATTERY EJECT (see page22)

27. ZOOM see page 32)

Zoom works n CAMERA mode,

28. AUDIONIDEO OUT

(see page 45)

29, BATTERY TERMINAL(-)

30. BATTERY TERMINAL(+)

31. Lithium battery compartment (see page 20)

32. Battery pack compartment (see page 22)

33, Hooks for shoulder strap

(see page 20)

34. Jack for DC Cable (see page 21)

35. Cassette holder (see page 25)

36. Window for cassette (see page 25)

37. External MIC Jack (see page 53)

38. Lens cap (see page 27) (SCA30/A33/A80 only)

39. Hand strap (see page 20)

40. S-VIDEO OUT (see page 45) (SCAS0/A85 only)

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÷ The OSD on/off is switched by the DISPLAY button.

÷ The title and date/time functions can continue to function when the OSD is turned off. ÷ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor.

a.Zoom position (see page 33)

indicates zoom position,

b.Battery level (see page 24)

c, Manual Focus (see page 42)

indicates that the manual focus is

working. Auto Focus is not displayed.

d,I-BLC/BLC (see page 41)

Indicates the I-BLC/BLC is working.

(BLC for SCA30)

e.Program AE (see page 35)

Indicates the Program AE mode is

working. (_ _,_7 _ )

f. EIS (SCA35/A85 only)

(see page 34)

Indicates that the EIS is working.

g.Video light (SCA35/A85 only)

(see page 43)

Indicates that the Video Light is

turned on.

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h. Self record waiting timer (see page 19)

Indicates 10 second timer.

i. Self record recording timer (see page 19)

(30 seconds and END).

j. Date (see page 38, 39)

Indicates the date you are recording.

k. Time (see page 38, 39)

Indicates the time you are recording.

I. Title (see page 40, 41)

Indicates the recorded title you have set.

Itis superimposed onthe scene.

m.Self diagnosis (see page 50)

Monitors self diagnosis (TAPE, TAPE END).

n. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 37)

Indicates the DSE mode is working.

The operation modes are MAKE-UP, EMBOSS, WIDE(16:9),

CINEMA, NEG., MIRROR, MOSAIC.

o. DEW condensation (see page 50)

Monitors the moisture condensation.

p. Operation mode

Indicates the operationmode.

The operation modes are STBY, REC, STOP, PLAY,FF, REW.

q. Tape counter

Indicates amount of tape used. We recommend that you reset the tape counter with the COUNTER RESET button

before you start shooting.

r. Digital zoom (see page 33)

Indicates that the digital zoom is working.

s, Hi8 (SCA80/A85 only) (see page 25)

Indicates that you are using Hi8 tape when recording or playing back.

t. Zero return (see page 47)

Indicates that the zero return isworking.

u.Playback speed

Indicates the playbackspeed in PLAYER mode.

SP is not displayed.

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Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

1. AC Power Adaptor

2. DC Cable

1.AC Power Adaptor. (see page 21)

2. DC Cable, (see page 21)

3. Battery Pack. (see page 22) (NC-120 for SCA3O)

4, AudieNideo Cable, (see page 45)

AD44.0000"_A

4. AUDIO/VIDEOCabZe

AD39-6000_A

5. Shou_erStrap

(SCA30/A33/A35: monaural

SCAS0/A85: stereo)

5, Shoulder strap, (see page 20)

6. Instruction Book.

7. Lithium Battery for Clock ( TYPE: CR2025) (see page 20)

Monaural: AD39.40200A

;tereo_ AD39.4_0001A

7. L_hium Battery

AD63_Ot107A

AD43.10"_30A

3. Baltery Pack

NC._20: AD59_10377A NH.180: AD43_3Ot104A

6. Instmctio_l Book

8, S-VIDEO cable, (SCAS0/A85 only)

9. Cassette. (see page 25)

10.Carrying Case.

11.Remote Control. (see page 19) (not available on SCA30)

12, Battery for Remote Control. (see page 19)

(not available on SCA30)

Note: Optional accessones may be included

with the camcorder, depending on

the country in which it is purchased.

8. S-VIDEO cable 9. Cassette "_0. Carrying Case

AC3_200_Z AD69_0_IA

_1. Remote Cont¢ol 2. Two R6 AA_lt_erles

_D59.1052_B

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