Samsung SC-D103-XAC User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder

ELECTRONICS

SCD103/D105

AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display

Owner’s Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.

US PATENT 4415844

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:

All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the CAMCORDER is operated.

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:

All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING:

Unplug this CAMCORDER from 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.

This symbol is intended to alert 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.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying
this product.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE:

Do not use this CAMCORDER near water;
for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or lake.

8. ACCESSORIES:

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 cart combination 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

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

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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.
A CAMCORDER 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.
If you 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 ANTENNA GROUNDING:

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 of this CAMCORDER during a lightning
storm o when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning
and power-line surges.

15. POWER LINES:

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where
it can 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 not overload 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 wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any 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 will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore

the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.
e. If 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 in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.

21. SAFETY CHECK:

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.

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22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

23. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter
should be use.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call 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 shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as close 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.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

NOTE:

“Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN
MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR
FEDERAL LAWS”

FCC Warning

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

FCC ID : A3L04DELTA2

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,

that to which the receiver is connected.

and for additional suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful : “How to Identify and
Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.”
This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Contents

Notes and Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 6

Getting to Know Your Camcorder ....................................................................................................................... 11

Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Accessories Supplied with camcorder ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Front & Left View ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Left side View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Right & Top View ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Rear & Bottom View ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

Remote control (SCD105 only) ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) ................................................................................................................................................. 18

OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC and M.PLAY modes) ...................................................................................................................................................... 19

Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) .................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Preparation ............................................................................................................................... ........................... 20

How to use the Remote Control (SCD105 only) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Battery Installation for the Remote Control ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Self Record using the Remote Control .............................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Lithium Battery Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Adjusting the Hand Strap ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22

Hand strap ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Shoulder Strap..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Attaching the Lens Cover.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Connecting a Power Source .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23

To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable .................................................................................................................................................................. 23

To select the CAMCORDER mode...................................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .............................................................................................................................................................................. 24

Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type ............................................................................................................................ 25

Battery level display ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 27

BASIC Recording ................................................................................................................................................. 28

Making your First Recording .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Selecting OSD LANGUAGE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Record Search (REC SEARCH) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Hints for Stable Image Recording ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 31

Recording with the LCD monitor ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 31

Recording with the Viewfinder .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31

Adjusting the LCD ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Using the VIEWFINDER ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

Adjusting the Focus ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 33

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD .............................................................................................................................................................. 34

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

Controlling Sound from the Speaker ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

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Advanced Recording ........................................................................................................................................... 36

Use of various Functions ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Setting menu items ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36

Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode .......................................................................................................... 37

Availability of functions in each mode ................................................................................................................................................................................ 38

CLOCK SET ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

WL. REMOTE (SCD105 only) .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

DEMONSTRATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41

PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 42

Setting the PROGRAM AE ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 43

WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 44

Zooming In and Out ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

Tele MACRO ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

Digital Zoom ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46

DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47

DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT .............................................................................................................................................................................. 48

Selecting an effect .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 49

REC MODE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50

AUDIO MODE ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51

WIND CUT ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 52

DATE/TIME ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

TV DISPLAY ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54

Using Quick Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55

Setting the Quick menu ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56

SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ................................................................................................................................................................................... 57

SLOW SHUTTER(Low Shutter Speed) .................................................................................................................................................................................. 58

EASY Mode (for Beginners) .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59

AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 60

Auto Focusing .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60

Manual Focusing ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 60

BLC (Back Light Compensation) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 61

Fade In and Out ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62

To Start Recording ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 62

To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ............................................................................................................................................................... 62

Audio dubbing (SCD105 only) ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 63

Dubbing sound. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63

Dubbed Audio Playback ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64

PHOTO Image Recording ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 65

Searching for a PHOTO picture ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 65

NITE PIX (0 lux recording) ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66

POWER NITE PIX...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67

Using the VIDEO LIGHT .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68

Various Recording Techniques ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 69

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Playback .............................................................................................................................................................. 70

Tape Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70

Playback on the LCD ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70

Playback on a TV monitor .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 70

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks .................................................................................................................................................... 70

Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ....................................................................................................................................... 71

Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 71

Various Functions while in PLAYER mode .............................................................................................................................................................................. 72

Playback pause .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 72

Picture search (Forward/Reverse) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 72

Slow playback (Forward/Reverse) (SCD105 only) ............................................................................................................................................................ 72

Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) (SCD105 only) ...................................................................................................................................... 73

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) (SCD105 only) ............................................................................................................................................................. 73

Reverse playback (SCD105 only) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 73

ZERO MEMORY (SCD105 only) ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 74

PB DSE (Playback Digital Special Effects) ............................................................................................................................................................................ 75

PB ZOOM ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 76

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ...................................................................................................................................... 77

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections ............................................................................................................................................. 77

Connecting to a DV device ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 77

Connecting to a PC ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 77

System requirements ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78

Recording with a DV connection cable .............................................................................................................................................................................. 78

USB interface ...................................................................................................................................................... 79

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ........................................................................................................................................................ 79

System Requirements .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 79

Installing DVC Media 5.1 Program ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 80

Using the “PC camera” function........................................................................................................................................................................................ 80

Using the “removable Disk” function................................................................................................................................................................................. 81

Using the “USB streaming” function ................................................................................................................................................................................. 81

Connecting to a PC .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 81

Digital Still Camera mode

MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory).................................................................................................................................................................................... 82

Memory Stick Functions...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 82

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Inserting and ejecting the Memory Card .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 83

Structure of folders and files on the Memory Card ................................................................................................................................................................................. 84

Image Format ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 84

Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 84

MEMORY FILE NUMBER .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 85

Selecting the image quality ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 86

Select the image quality .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 86

Number of images on the Memory Card ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 86

Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode .......................................................................................................................................................................... 87

Recording images to a Memory Card ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 87

Recording an image from a cassette as a still image ............................................................................................................................................................................ 88

Viewing Still images ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 89

To view a Single image.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 89

To view a slide show.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 89

To view the Multi Display ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 90

Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Card ................................................................................................................................................................................... 91

Marking images for printing ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 92

Protection from accidental erasure .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 93

Deleting Still images ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 94

Formatting the Memory Card .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95

Attention .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95

MPEG RECORDING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 96

Selecting the moving picture sizes ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 97

MPEG Playback .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 98

Maintenance......................................................................................................................................................... 99

After finishing a recording ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 99

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 100

Cleaning the Video Heads ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 100

Using Your Camcorder Abroad ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 101

Power sources ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 101

Color system ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 101

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................. 102

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 102

Self Diagnosis Display ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 102

Moisture Condensation ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 102

Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC, M.PLAY mode ................................................................................................................................................................................. 103

Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................105

INDEX ................................................................................................................................................................ 106

Warranty(SEA users only)................................................................................................................................... 107

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen

Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated.
Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.

1. LCD screen closed.

2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.

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Open the LCD screen with your finger.

3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.

4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.

5. Recording with the LCD screen closed.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding COPYRIGHT

Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.

Notes regarding moisture condensation

1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.

for example:

- When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.)

- When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to 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 pack removed.

Notes regarding CAMCORDER

1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F).

For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.

2. Do not let the camcorder get wet.

Keep the camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the camcorder gets wet,

it may get damaged.

Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the battery pack

- Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.

- To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not
operating it.

- If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being
operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape inserted, it will automatically turn
itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.

- Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Dropping the battery pack may damage it.

- A brand new battery pack is not charged.
Before using the battery pack, you need to charge it completely.

- It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making a long
recording, because the LCD uses up more battery power.

* When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.

The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

- To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.
If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, 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.

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Note regarding the LENS

- Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).

Notes regarding electronic viewfinder

1. Do not position the camcorder such 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 near a window exposed to sunlight.

Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ using the LCD

1. The LCD display has been manufactured using high precision
technology. However, there may be tiny dots
(red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD display.
These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture
in any way.

2. When you use the LCD display under direct sunlight or outdoors,
it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly.
If this occurs, we recommend using the viewfinder.

3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor.

Notes regarding the hand strap

- To ensure a steady picture while filming, check that the hand strap is properly adjusted.

- Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Precautions regarding the Lithium battery

1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed.

2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with a new one(type CR2025).

4. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

• MULTI OSD LANGUAGE

You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German and Italian.

• Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394

By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to
transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible
to produce or edit various images.

• USB interface for digital image data transfer

You can transfer images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.

• PHOTO

The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in Camera mode.

• 900x Digital zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 900 times its original size.

• Color TFT LCD

A high-resolution color TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings immediately.

• Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

The DIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification.

• Various digital effects

The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.

• Back Light Compensation (BLC)

The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're recording.

• Program AE

The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed.

• NITE PIX

The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.

• Digital Still Camera function

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Using Memory Card, you can easily record and playback standard still images.

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You can transfer standard still images on the Memory Card to your PC using the USB interface.

• MPEG Recording

MPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory Card.

• MULTI MEMORY CARD SLOT (SCD105 only)

Multi Memory Card Slot is able to use the Memory Stick, the MMC and the SD.

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Accessories Supplied with camcorder

Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera.

Basic Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery pack

2. AC Power Adapter
(AA-E8 TYPE)

3. AC Cord

4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium battery for
Remote Control or Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025)

7. Remote Control
(SCD105 only)

8. USB cable

9. Software CD

10.Lens Cover

11.Shoulder strap

Optional Accessories

12.S-VIDEO Cable

13.Memory Stick

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1. Lithium Ion Battery pack

AD43-00128A AD44-00090A AD39-00076A

AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

4.

AD39-00001A AD43-10130H

7. Remote Control
(SCD105 only)

AD59-00085A AD39-00073A

10. Lens Cover

AD97-08447A

12. S-VIDEO Cable

AC39-42001Z

2. AC Power Adapter
(AA-E8 TYPE)

5. Instruction Book

8. USB cable

11. Shoulder strap

AD72-00054B

13. Memory Stick

1109-001221

3. AC cord

6. Lithium battery
(CR2025)

9. Software CD

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Front & Left View

1. Internal MIC

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5. Viewfinder

6. EASY Q button

2. Lens

3. Remote sensor
(SCD105 only)

4. Video Light

1. Internal MIC

2. Lens

3. Remote sensor
(SCD105 only)

4. Video Light

7. TFT LCD monitor

8. IR(Infrared) Light

5. Viewfinder
(see page 33)

6. EASY Q button
(see page 59)

7. TFT LCD monitor

8. IR(Infrared) Light

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REC SEARCH FADE BLC

REV FWD S.SHOW

EASY

MULTI DISP.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Left Side View

1. Function buttons

2. PB ZOOM/MACRO

1. Function buttons

PLAYER CAMERA M.PLAY

- EASY -

: (REW) REC SEARCH – REV

: (FF) REC SEARCH + FWD

: (PLAY/STILL) FADE SLIDE SHOW

: (STOP) BLC MULTI DISP.

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3. DISPLAY

4. V. LIGHT

5. Mode switch

6. Speaker

7. MENU button

8. MENU dial (VOL/MF)

9. ENTER button

10. DC jack

2. PB ZOOM/MACRO

3. DISPLAY

4. V. LIGHT

5. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE)

6. Speaker

7. MENU button

8. MENU dial(VOL/MF)

9. ENTER button

10. DC jack

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Right & Top View

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1. Zoom lever

2. Focus adjustment knob

3. PHOTO button

4. START/STOP button

5. Power switch

1. Zoom lever

2. Focus adjustment knob

3. PHOTO button
(see page 65)

4. START/STOP button

5. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)

6. NITE PIX switch

7. Slow shutter

6. NITE PIX switch

7. Slow shutter

8. USB jack

9. DV jack

10. Audio/Video jack

11. S-VIDEO jack

12. Jack Cover

13. External MIC in

14. Hook for handstrap

15. LITHIUM Battery Holder

8. USB jack

9. DV jack

10. Audio/Video jack

11. S-VIDEO jack

12. Jack Cover

13. External MIC in

14. Hook for handstrap

15. LITHIUM Battery Holder

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Rear & Bottom View

1. Charging indicator

2. Hook for shoulder strap

1. Charging indicator

2. Hook for shoulder strap

3. Memory Card slot

4. Battery Release

5. Tripod receptacle

6. TAPE EJECT

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Memory Card slot

SCD103

Memory Stick

SCD105

Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO

SD/MMC

(Usable MEMORY CARD)

3. Memory Card slot

6. TAPE EJECT5. Tripod receptacle

4. Battery Release

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Remote control (SCD105 only)

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1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER (see page 20)

4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74)

5. PHOTO Search

6. A.DUB (see page 63)

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

6. A.DUB

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. Direction

18. DISPLAY

17. Zoom

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

14. (SLOW)

13. (STILL)

12. (STOP)

11. F. ADV

10. Direction ( , ) (see page 72)

11. F. ADV (see page 73)

12. (STOP)

13. (STILL)

14. (SLOW)

15. DATE/TIME

16. X2 (see page 73)

17. Zoom

18. Display

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SOUND [ 2 ]

MIRROR

ENTER :

PB ZOOM

1.2x

M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0

5 5 min

1 6 bit

VOL. [ 1 1 ]

DV

1 2 : 0 0 A M

J A N . 1 0 , 2 0 0 4

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes)

1. Battery level (see page 26)

2. Easy mode (see pages 59)

3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48)

4. Program AE (see page 42)

5. White Balance mode (see page 44)

6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 61)

7. Manual focus (see page 60)

8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE (see page 57)

9. Zoom position (see page 45)

10. NITE PIX (see page 66)

11. DATE/TIME (see page 53)

12. USB

13. WL. REMOTE (SCD105 only)

14. WIND CUT (see page 52)

15. Audio recording mode (see page 51)

16. Zero memory indicator (SCD105 only) (see page 74)

17. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)

18. Tape Counter

19. Operating mode

20. Record speed mode

21. PHOTO mode

22. Self recording and waiting timer (SCD105 only) (see page 20)

23. DIS (see page 47)

24. Volume control (see page 35)

25. Audio playback channel

26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (see page 78)

27. DEW (see page 7)

28. Message Line

29. PB DSE (see page 75)

30. PB ZOOM/ENTER (see page 76)

31. POWER NITE PIX (see page 67)

32. Tele MACRO (see page 45)

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OSD in CAMERA mode

23 2232 21 20 19

1

EASY

2

MIRROR

3

BLC

6
4
5
7

31

9
8

SHUTTER
EXPOSURE

TAPE !

NITE PIXMF

P

ZOOM

EXPOSURE

SHUTTER

OSD in PLAYER mode

21 20 19

25
30

29

30

24

REC

M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0

5 5 min

1 6 bit

1 2 : 0 0 A M

JAN . 10 , 2 0 0 4

11

18
17

16
28
15
14
13
12

11

10

27

28

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2 2 / 2 4 0

3 5 2 2 min

SF

1 2 : 0 0 A M

J A N . 1 0 , 2 0 0 4

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes)

A. Folder number-file number (see page 84)
B. Image counter

- Current still image/Total number of recordable still images.

C. CARD (MEMORY CARD) indicator
D. Image recording and loading indicator
E. Quality
F. ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 93)
G. Print Mark (see page 92)
H. SLIDE SHOW
I. MPEG4 SCREEN SIZE

Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display)

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Turning OSD on/off

Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel.

- Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.

- When you turn the OSD off,
In CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q modes are always displayed on the OSD,
even when the OSD is turned OFF and the key input is displayed for 3 seconds
then turned off.
In PLAYER mode: When you press any Function button, the function is displayed
on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.

●

Turning the DATE/TIME on/off

- The DATE/TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF.

- To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode. (see page 53)

- You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF. (see page 55) (only in CAMERA/M.REC mode)

OSD in M.REC mode

OSD in M.PLAY mode

H

F

G

SLIDE

MEMORY CARD !

1 0 0 - 0 0 0 1

A

J A N . 1 0 , 2 0 0 4

EBD C

0 0 1

2 2 / 2 4 0

1 2 : 0 0 A M

I

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Preparation

How to use the Remote Control (SCD105 only)

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when :

- You purchase the camcorder.

- The remote control doesn’t work.

✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium battery correctly, following the + and - markings.
✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.

Self Record using the Remote Control

When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins
automatically in 10 seconds.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD.

3. Press the START/STOP button to start the timer.

- Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.

- In the last one second of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

- If you want to cancel the Self Timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER button.

4. Press START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording.

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Self

Timer

START/

PHOTO DISPLAY

STOP

SELF

ZERO

DATE/

TIMER

MEMORY

TIME

PHOTO

SLOW

X2

A.DUB

SEARCH

F.ADV

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Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power

adapter is removed.

✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “

to ON.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with CR2025 type.

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” when you set the DATE/TIME

1. Open the Jack Cover.

2. Take out the lithium battery holder from the lithium battery compartment.

3. Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive ( )
terminal face down.

4. Re-insert the Lithium battery holder into the lithium battery compartment until

you can hear a "CLICK".

Note The lithium battery must be inserted in the correct direction.

Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children.

Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

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3

4

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Adjusting the Hand Strap

It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.
The hand strap enables you to :

- Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.

- Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.

Hand strap

a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover

and release the Hand Strap.

b. Adjust its length and stick it back

onto the Hand Strap cover.

c. Close the Hand Strap cover

again.

Shoulder Strap

The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder
around in complete safety.

1. Insert the end of strap into the Shoulder Strap hook
on the camcorder.
Insert the other end of strap into ring inside
hand strap.

2. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length
of the strap and then pull it tight in the buckle.

Attaching the Lens Cover

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a b c

1 2 3 4

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Preparation

MEMORY
CARD

TAPE

Connecting a Power Source

There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder.

- The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording.

- The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording.

To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable

1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord.

2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket.

Notes

■

You must use the AC Power adapter of AA-E8 TYPE.

■

The plug and wall socket type may differ according to
your resident country.

3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket of the
camcorder.
(When the battery is attached on the set, you should keep
outside the projection of the DC cable.)

4. Set the camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab
on the power switch and turning it to the CAMERA or
PLAYER mode.

To select the CAMCORDER mode

✤ If you want to use this unit as a camcorder, set the mode switch to TAPE position.
✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the mode switch to

MEMORY CARD position.

Power Switch

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Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

✤

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on

- The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.

- How often the Zoom function is used.
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

1.

Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC cord and connect the AC cord to a
wall socket.

3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket on the camcorder.

4. Turn the power switch to off, and the charging indicator will start to flash,
showing that the battery is charging.

Blinking time Charging rate

Once per second Less than 50%

Twice per second 50% ~ 75%
Three times per second 75% ~ 90%
Blinking stops and stays on 90 ~ 100%

On for a second and Error - Reset the battery pack and
off for a second the DC cable

5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack and the AC Power adapter from the
camcorder.

■

Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left connected to the
camcorder.

Notes

■

The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.

■

To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the battery pack, always remove it from the camcorder after it is fully charged.

Power Switch

5

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Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type.

✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically.
✤ The continuous recording time given in the table below are approximations.

Actual recording time depends on usage.

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Battery

SB-LS110

SB-LS220

Time

Charging

time

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

3hr 30min

Continuous recording time

LCD ON VIEWFINDER ON

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

3hr 10min

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

4hr 10min

Notes

■

The battery pack should be recharged in an environment of between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).

■

The battery pack should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 32°F (0°C).

■

The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32°F (0°C)
or left in temperatures above 104°F (40°C) for a long period, even when it is fully recharged.

■

Do not put the battery pack near any heat sources (fire or flames, for example).

■

Do not disassemble, process, press, or heat the Battery Pack.

■

Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited.
It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce fire and overheating.

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Battery level display

•

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.

a. Fully charged

b. 20~40% used

c. 40~80% used

d. 80~95% used

e. Completely used (flickers)

(The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible)

✤ Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording time.
✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.

The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment.
The continuous recording time in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 77°F(25°C).
As the environmental temperature and conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery
time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording time given in these instructions.

Tips for Battery Identification

A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been
charged or not.
Two colors are provided (red and grey)-you may choose which one indicates charged and
which indicates discharged.

Note

■

The charge mark setting does not affect the battery's charge status.

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a

b

c

d

e