Samsung SC-D200 User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder

Owner’s Instruction Book

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

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Contents

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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 (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ........................................................ 17

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

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

(SCD230/D250/D270 only) ................................................................................... 19

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

How to use the Remote Contro (SCD230/D250/D270 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

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 (SCD230/D250/D270 only) .....................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

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

Record Search (REC SEARCH) ................................................................... 29

Hints for Stable Image Recording ......................................................................... 30

Recording with the LCD monitor .................................................................... 30

Recording with the Viewfinder ....................................................................... 30

Adjusting the LCD ................................................................................................ 31

Using the VIEWFINDER ...................................................................................... 32

Adjusting the Focus ........................................................................................ 32

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ........................................... 33

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ..................................................................... 34

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

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

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

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

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Controlling Sound from the Speaker ................................................................... 34

Use of various Functions ....................................................................................... 35

Setting menu items ......................................................................................... 35

Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and

M.REC or M.PLAY mode (SCD230/D250/D270 only).................................... 36

Availability of functions in each mode ............................................................ 37

CLOCK SET ................................................................................................... 38

WL. REMOTE (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ................................................... 39

BEEP SOUND (SCD230/D250/D270 only) .................................................... 40

SHUTTER SOUND (SCD230/D250/D270 only)............................................. 41

DEMONSTRATION ....................................................................................... 42

PROGRAM AE ............................................................................................... 43

Setting the PROGRAM AE ............................................................................. 44

WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ........................................................... 45

Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................................... 46

Zooming In and Out ........................................................................................ 46

Digital Zoom ................................................................................................... 47

DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ......................................................................... 48

DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT .......................................................... 49

Selecting an effect .......................................................................................... 50

REC MODE .................................................................................................... 51

AUDIO MODE ................................................................................................ 52

WIND CUT ..................................................................................................... 53

DATE/TIME .................................................................................................... 54

TV DISPLAY ................................................................................................... 55

Using Quick Menu ................................................................................................ 56

Setting the Quick menu .................................................................................. 57

SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ............................................................... 58

SLOW SHUTTER(Low Shutter Speed) ............................................................... 59

EASY Mode (for Beginners) .................................................................................. 60

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...................................................................... 61

Auto Focusing ................................................................................................. 61

Manual Focusing ............................................................................................. 61

BLC (Back Light Compensation) .......................................................................... 62

Fade In and Out .................................................................................................... 63

To Start Recording .......................................................................................... 63

To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ........................................... 63

Audio dubbing (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ......................................................... 64

Dubbing sound. ................................................................................................ 64

Dubbed Audio Playback ................................................................................. 65

PHOTO Image Recording ..................................................................................... 66

Advanced Recording ............................................... 35

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Searching for a PHOTO picture ..................................................................... 66

NITE PIX (0 lux recording) ......................................................................................67

POWER NITE PIX ...................................................................................................68

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

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) (SCD230/D250/D270 only) .................... 72

Frame advance (To play back frame by frame)

(SCD230/D250/D270 only) ............................................................................ 73

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ...................... 73

Reverse playback (SCD230/D250/D270 only) .............................................. 73

ZERO MEMORY (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ..................................................... 74

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

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

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections ......................... 78

Connecting to a DV device ............................................................................. 78

Connecting to a PC ......................................................................................... 78

System requirements ...................................................................................... 79

Recording with a DV connection cable .......................................................... 79

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection .................................... 80

System Requirements ........................................................................................... 80

Installing DVC Media 5.1 Program ........................................................................ 81

Using the “PC camera” function .................................................................... 81

Using the “removable Disk” function ............................................................. 82

Using the “USB streaming” function.............................................................. 82

Connecting to a PC ............................................................................................... 82

MEMORY STICK (SCD250/D270 only) ................................................................ 83

Memory Stick Functions .................................................................................. 83

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

Recording in PLAYER mode (SCD250/D270 only)

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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer .......................................... 78

USB interface (SCD230/D250/D270 only) ....................... 80

Digital Still Camera mode (SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick ........................................................ 84

Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ........................................ 85

Image Format .................................................................................................. 85

Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ...................................................................... 85

MEMORY FILE NUMBER ..................................................................................... 86

Selecting the image quality ................................................................................... 87

Select the image quality ................................................................................ 87

Number of images on the Memory Stick ....................................................... 87

Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode ................................ 88

Recording images to a Memory Stick .............................................................88

Recording an image from a cassette as a still image .................................. 89

Viewing Still images ............................................................................................... 90

To view a Single image.................................................................................... 90

To view a slide show ........................................................................................ 90

To view the Multi Display ................................................................................. 91

Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick ......................................... 92

Marking images for printing ................................................................................... 93

Protection from accidental erasure ........................................................................ 94

Deleting Still images .............................................................................................. 95

Formatting the Memory Stick ................................................................................ 96

Attention .......................................................................................................... 96

MPEG RECORDING ............................................................................................. 97

Selecting the moving picture sizes ....................................................................... 98

MPEG Playback .................................................................................................... 99

After finishing a recording ................................................................................... 100

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ........................................................... 101

Cleaning the Video Heads ............................................................................ 101

Using Your Camcorder Abroad ........................................................................... 102

Power sources .............................................................................................. 102

Color system ................................................................................................. 102

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 103

Self Diagnosis Display .................................................................................. 103

Moisture Condensation ................................................................................. 103

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

(SCD230/D250/D270 only) ........................................................................... 104

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Maintenance ........................................................... 100

Troubleshooting...................................................... 103

Specifications...........................................................106

INDEX .................................................................... 107

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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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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A LCD Monitor is opened
applying a finger to LCD open
knob.

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

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.

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.

Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding CAMCORDER

Notices regarding COPYRIGHT

Notes regarding moisture condensation

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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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 CAM mode, and it is
left in STBY mode without being operated for
more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, 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 recordings, 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.

- 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.

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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- Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.

Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).

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.

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.

- To ensure a steady picture during filming, check that

the hand strap is properly adjusted.

- Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you

could damage it.

Note regarding the LENS

Notes regarding electronic viewfinder

Notes regarding the hand strap

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

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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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.
In this case, replace the lithium battery with a new one(type
CR2025).

4. 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
immediately.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

• 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

(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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.

• 800x Digital zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 800 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 (SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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still images.

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

• MPEG Recording (SCD230/D250/D270 only)

MPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory
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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

3. AC Cord

4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

5. S-VIDEO Cable
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

6. Instruction Book

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

8. Remote Control
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

9. USB cable
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

10. Software CD
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

11. Memory Stick
(SCD250/D270 only)

12. Lens Cover

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Accessories Supplied with camcorder

1. Lithium Ion Battery pack

4.

AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

8. Remote Control

11. Memory Stick

12. Lens Cover

3. AC cord

7. Lithium battery
(CR2025)

5. S-VIDEO Cable

10. Software CD

2. AC Power Adapter

9. USB cable

6. Instruction Book

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Front & Left View

1. Lens

2. Infrared Light
(see page 67)

3. Remote Sensor

4. S-VIDEO Jack

5. View Finder (see page 32)

6. Internal MIC

7. TFT LCD Monitor
(see page 31)

8. DC Jack (see page 23)

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1. Lens

2. Infrared Light

3. Remote Sensor

4. S-VIDEO Jack

5. View Finder

6. Internal MIC

7. TFT LCD Monitor

8. DC Jack

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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Left Side View

2. EASY.Q Button (CAM) /
MULTI (M.PLAY)
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

3. PB ZOOM

4. DISPLAY

5. Mode Switch
(TAPE/MEMORY STICK)
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

1. Function buttons

PLAYER CAMERA

M.PLAY

(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

: (PLAY/STILL) FADE (see page 63) SLIDE SHOW (see page 90)

: (STOP) BLC (see page 62) -

: (FF) REC SEARCH + FWD (see page 90)

: (REW) REC SEARCH – REV (see page 90)

2. EASY.Q (see page 60)/
MULTI (see page 91)

FADE

BLC

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VOL/MF

CHARGE

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DISPLAY

MEMORY
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TAPE

3. PB ZOOM
(see page 76)

5. Mode Switch (TAPE/MEMORY STICK)

4. DISPLAY
(see page 19)

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Right & Top View

1. Accessory Shoe

2. Speaker

3. FOCUS Adjustment knob
(see page 32)

4. Slow Shutter Button
(see page 59)

5. PHOTO Button
(see page 66)

6. NITE PIX Switch
(see page 67)

7. Zoom lever (see page 46)

8. External MIC

9. AV Jack

10. DV Jack (see page 78)

11. USB Jack (see page 80)
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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3. FOCUS Adjustment knob

4. Slow Shutter Button

5. PHOTO Button

1. Accessory Shoe

2. Speaker

6. NITE PIX Switch

7. Zoom lever

8. External MIC

9. AV Jack

10. DV Jack

11. USB Jack

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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Rear & Bottom View

1. MENU Button

2. MENU Selector (VOL/MF)

3. Charging indicator

4. TAPE EJECT

5. START/STOP button

6. Power Switch
(see page 28)

7. Memory Stick Slot
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

8. Hook for hand strap

9. Tripod receptacle

10. Battery Release

6. Power Switch

7. Memory Stick Slot

8. Hook for hand strap

5. START/STOP button

1. MENU Button

2. MENU Selector
(VOL/MF)

3. Charging indicator

4. TAPE EJECT

9. Tripod receptacle

10. Battery Release

FADE

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CHARGE

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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 64)

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

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

Remote control (SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

6. A.DUB

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. Direction

18. DISPLAY

17. Zoom

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

14. (SLOW)

13. (STILL)

11. F. ADV

12. (STOP)

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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OSD (On Screen Display in CAM and PLAYER modes)

1. Battery level (see page 26)

2. Easy mode (see pages 60)

3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode
(see page 49)

4. Program AE (see page 43)

5. White Balance mode (see page 45)

6. BLC (Back Light Compensation)
(see page 62)

7. Manual focus (see page 61)

8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE
(see page 58)

9. Zoom position (see page 46)

10. NITE PIX (see page 67)

11. DATE/TIME (see page 54)

12. USB (SCD230/D250/D270 only)

13. WL. REMOTE
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

14. WIND CUT (see page 53)

15. Audio recording mode (see page 52)

16. Zero memory indicator
(SCD230/D250/D270 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
(SCD230/D250/D270 only) (see page 20)

23. DIS (see page 48)

24. Volume control (see page 34)

25. Audio playback channel

26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (see page 79)

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 68)

OSD in CAM mode

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SHUTTER

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ZOOM

SHUTTER

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PB ZOOM

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MIRROR

ENTER :

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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A. Folder number-file number (see page 85)
B. Image counter

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

C. CARD (MEMORY STICK) indicator
D. Image recording and loading indicator
E. Quality
F. ERASE PROTECTION indicator

(see page 94)
G. Print Mark (see page 93)
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 CAM 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.

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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 54)

- You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or
OFF. (see page 56) (only in CAM/M.REC mode)

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OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes)
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

OSD in M.REC mode

OSD in M.PLAY mode

F

H

A

G

2 2 / 2 4 0

3 5 2 2 min

SF

1 0 : 0 0 A M

J A N . 1 0 , 2 0 0 3

EBD C

I

SLIDE

1 0 0 - 0 0 0 1

MEMORY STICK !

0 0 1

2 2 / 2 4 0

1 0 : 0 0 A M

J A N . 1 0 , 2 0 0 3

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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 cell 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 CAM 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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How to use the Remote Control
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

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✤
✤

Self

Timer

START/

PHOTO DISPLAY

STOP

ZERO

SELF

DATE/

MEMORY

TIMER

TIME

PHOTO

SLOW

X2

A.DUB

SEARCH

F.ADV

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✤ 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 “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with CR2025 type.

1. Open the lithium battery cover from

the camcorder.

2. Position the Lithium cell in the holder,

with the positive ( ) terminal face
outward.

3. Close the lithium battery cover.

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.

Lithium Battery Installation

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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.

Attaching the Lens Cover

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

1 2 3 4

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

SLOW
SHUTTER

PHOTO

T

W

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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.

Note

■

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 CAM or PLAYER mode.

To select the CAMCORDER mode
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)

✤ 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 STICK position.

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✤

✤

MEMORY
STICK

TAPE

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

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.

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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

TAPE
EJECT

VOL

CHARGE

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 times given in the table above are

approximations.
Actual recording time depends on usage.

Notes

■

You must use the lithium ion battery pack of SB-LSXXX type.

■

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 source (fire or flames,
for example).

■

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

■

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

Battery

SB-LS70

SB-LS110

Charging

time

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

1hr 40min

LCD ON

VIEWFINDER ON

Continuous recording time

Time

Approx.

1hr

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

2hr

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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 times.

✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and

conditions.
The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment.
The continuous recording times 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 times
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. (SB-LS110 only)

•

✤

✤

a

b

c

d

e

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Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply

excessive force.
This may cause a malfunction.

✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes.

1. Connect a power source and slide the

TAPE EJECT switch and open the
cassette door.

- The cassette holding mechanism rises
automatically.

2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with
the tape window facing outward and
the protection tab bottom.

3. Press the area marked PUSH on the
cassette holding mechanism until
it clicks into place.

- The cassette is loaded automatically.

4. Close the cassette door.

- Close the door completely until you can hear a “click”.

Note

When you have recorded something that you wish to keep,
you can protect it so that it will not be accidentally erased.

a. Protecting a tape :

Push the safety tab on the cassette so that the hole is
uncovered.

b. Removing the tape protection :

If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the
cassette, push the write-protect tab back so that it
covers the hole.

•

How to store a tape

a. Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference.
b. Avoid humidity and dust prone places.
c. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it

in direct sunlight.

d. Avoid dropping or knocking your tapes.

✤
✤

•

a. SAVE

b. REC

1

3

2

4

push

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Making your First Recording

1. Connect a Power source to the

camcorder. (see page 23)
(A battery pack or a AC power
adapter)

■

Insert a cassette.
(see page 27)

2. Remove the LENS CAP.

3. Set the power switch to the

CAM position.

■

Open the LCD monitor.

■

Set the mode switch to the
TAPE position.
(SCD230/D250/D270 only)
Make sure that STBY is displayed.

■

If the protection tab of the cassette is open, STOP and
PROTECTION! will be displayed.

■

Make sure the image you want to record appears in the LCD
monitor or viewfinder.

■

Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough
remaining power for your expected recording time.

4. To start recording, press the START/STOP button.

■

REC is displayed in the LCD.
To stop recording, press the START/STOP button again.

■

STBY is displayed in the LCD.

FADE

S.SHOW

4

1

3

2

■

■

■

■

■

■

■

■

Basic Recording

When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY
mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off
automatically.
To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power
switch to OFF and then back to CAM.
This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.

Record Search (REC SEARCH)

✤ You can view a recording using the REC

SEARCH +, -- function in STBY mode.
REC SEARCH -- enables you to play the
recording backwards and
REC SEARCH + enables you to play it
forwards, for as long as you keep each
button pressed down.

✤ If you press the REC SEARCH -- button in

STBY mode, your camcorder will play
in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the
original position automatically.

Note

Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in
Record Search mode.

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✤

✤

BLC

TAPE

EJECT

VOL/MF

CHARGE

MEN

FWD

SEARCH

REV

BLC

TAPE

EJECT

VOL/MF

CHARGE

MEN

FWD

SEARCH

REV

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■

While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder
correctly.

■

Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap.

Recording with the LCD monitor

1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

2. Place your right elbow against your side.

3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support

and adjust it.
Do not touch the built-in Remote Sensor or Infrared Light.

4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that

you are taking. You can lean against a wall or on a table
for greater stability.
Do not forget to breathe gently.

5. Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal

plane.

6. Whenever possible, use a tripod.

Recording with the Viewfinder

1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

2. Place your right elbow against your side.

3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.

Be sure not to touch the built-in Remote Sensor or
Infrared Light.

4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that

you are taking. You can lean against a wall or on a table
for greater stability.
Do not forget to breathe gently.

5. Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.

6. Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the

horizontal plane.

7. Whenever possible, use a tripod.

Hints for Stable Image Recording

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