Samsung SCD86, SCD87 User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

ELECTRONICS

SCD86/D87

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.

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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 operatinginstructions
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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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.

Notices and Safety Instructions

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
that to which the receiver is connected.

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

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Contents

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

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

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

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

Basic Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12

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

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

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

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

Remote control ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

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

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

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

Preparation

How to use the Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................................................... 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 Ring Hood..............................................................................................................................................................................................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

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

Record Search (REC REARCH) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode............................................................................................. 35

Availability of functions in each mode .................................................................................................................................................................. 36

CLOCK SET ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 37

REMOCON .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38

BEEP SOUND ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

SHUTTER SOUND .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40

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

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

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

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

Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ........................................................................................................................................................... 45

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

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

EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 47

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

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

Flash Select............................................................................................................................................................................................................50

CUSTOM.Q ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51

REC MODE ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52

AUDIO MODE ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

WIND CUT ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54

DATE/TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55

TV DISPLAY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 56

Using Quick Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57

Setting the Quick menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 58

SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 59

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

CUSTOM Mode ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ........................................................................................................................................................................... 62

Auto Focusing ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62

Manual Focusing .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 62

BLC (Back Light Compensation) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 63

Fade In and Out ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64

To Start Recording ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 64

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To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ................................................................................................................................................. 64

Audio dubbing ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65

Dubbing sound....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65

Dubbed Audio Playback ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 66

PHOTO Image Recording .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 67

Searching for a PHOTO picture ........................................................................................................................................................................... 67

NITE PIX (0 lux recording)...........................................................................................................................................................................................68

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

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) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 72

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

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

ZERO MEMORY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74

Recording in PLAYER mode ................................................................................................................................ 75

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer .................................................................................................................................... 76

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections ............................................................................................................................... 76

Connecting to a DV device ................................................................................................................................................................................... 76

Connecting to a PC .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 76

System requirements ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 77

Recording with a DV connection cable................................................................................................................................................................. 77

USB interface .................................................................................................................................................... 78

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection .......................................................................................................................................... 78

System Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 78

Installing DVC Media 4.0 Program.............................................................................................................................................................................. 79

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

Digital Still Camera mode .................................................................................................................................. 82

MEMORY STICK ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 82

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

Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick ............................................................................................................................................................. 83

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

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

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

Selecting the image quality ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 85

Select the image quality ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 85

Number of images on the Memory Stick ............................................................................................................................................................. 85

Recording Still images to a Memory Stick ................................................................................................................................................................. 86

Recording images to a Memory Stick ...................................................................................................................................................................86

Recording an image from a cassette as a still image ........................................................................................................................................ 87

Viewing Still images ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 88

To view a Single image.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 88

To view a slide show .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 88

To view the Multi Screen ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 89

Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick .............................................................................................................................................. 90

Marking images for printing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 91

Protection from accidental erasure............................................................................................................................................................................. 92

Deleting Still images ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 93

Formatting the Memory Stick ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 94

Attention ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 94

Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................ 95

After finishing a recording .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 95

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder.................................................................................................................................................................. 96

Cleaning the VIEWFINDER .................................................................................................................................................................................. 96

Cleaning the Video Heads .................................................................................................................................................................................... 96

Using Your Camcorder Abroad .................................................................................................................................................................................. 97

Power sources ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97

Color system ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................... 98

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 98

Self Diagnosis Display .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 98

Moisture Condensation ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 98

Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC, M.PLAY mode ............................................................................................................................................... 99

Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 101

INDEX ................................................................................................................................................................ 102

Warranty............................................................................................................................................................ 103

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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.

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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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 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 regarding the battery pack

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

- To preser ve 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 installed, it will
automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary batter y 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 long
recording, because the LCD uses up more batter y 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.

2. Do not pick up the camcorder from the viewfinder.

3. Over-rotating of the viewfinder may damage it.

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 during 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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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 flash for about five seconds when you set the
power switch to CAMERA.

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

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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

You can transfer still 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.

• 400x Digital zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 400 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.

• Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)

The EIS 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 Stick™, you can easily record and play back standard still images.

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

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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 Batter y pack

2. AC Power Adapter

3. AC Cord

4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium batter ies for Remote Control and Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025, 2 EA)

7. S-VIDEO cable (SCD87 only)

8. Remote Control

9. Shoulder strap

10.USB cable

11.Software CD

12.Memory Stick

13.Ring Hood

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1. Lithium Ion Battery pack
(AD43-00070A)

4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable
(AD39-00001A)

7. S-VIDEO cable
(AC39-42001Z)

10. USB cable

(AD39-00073A)

13. Ring Hood

(AD60-00057A)

2. AC Power Adapter
(AD44-00065A)

5. Instruction Book

(AD68-00516B)

8. Remote Control
(AD59-00085A)

11. Software CD

3. AC cord
(AD39-00076A)

6. Lithium batteries (2EA)
(AD43-10130H)

9. Shoulder strap
(AD63-00202A)

12. Memory Stick

(1109-001221)

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Front & Left View

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1. Smart Shoe

2. Lens

3. Internal MIC

4. IR light

5. Remote Sensor

1. Smar t Shoe (SCD87 only)
Accessory Shoe (SCD86 only)

2. Lens

3. Internal MIC

4. IR (Infrared) light

5. Remote sensor

9.Viewfinder

8.TFT LCD monitor

7. EASY button

6. CUSTOM button

6. CUSTOM button (see page 61)

7. EASY button (see page 60)

8. TFT LCD monitor

9. Viewfinder (see page 32)

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REC SEARCH

REV FWD S.SHOW DELETE

FADE BLC DISPLAY

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Left Side View

1. Function buttons

2. Speaker

3. DV IN/OUT

1. Function buttons

PLAYER CAMERA

: (REW) REC SEARCH – REV
: (FF) REC SEARCH + FWD
: (PLAY/STILL) FADE SLIDE SHOW
: (STOP) BLC DELETE

DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY

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M.PLAY

8. Mode switch

7. MENU dial

6. ENTER button

5. MENU button

4. DC jack

2. Speaker

3. DV IN/OUT

4. DC jack

5. MENU button

6. ENTER button

7. MENU dial

8. Mode switch (TAPE/MEMORY STICK)

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Right & Top View

1. Zoom lever

2. PHOTO button

3. Power switch

4. START/STOP button

1. Zoom lever

2. PHOTO button (see page 67)

3. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)

4. START/STOP button

5. Hook for handstrap

6. S-VIDEO jack

7. USB jack

8. Audio/Video jack

9. External MIC in

10.NITE PIX switch

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10. NITE PIX switch

9. External MIC in

8. Audio/Video jack

7. USB jack

6. S-VIDEO jack

5. Hook for handstrap

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Rear & Bottom View

1. Charging indicator

8. Memory Stick slot

7. Battery Release

2. Hook for shoulder strap

3. Lithium battery cover

1. Charging indicator

2. Hook for shoulder strap

3. Lithium battery cover

4. Tripod receptacle

5. TAPE EJECT

6. Focus adjust knob

7. Battery Release

8. Memory Stick slot

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4.Tripod receptacle

6. Focus adjust konb

5.TAPE EJECT

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Remote control

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1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

13. A.DUB

6. (FF)

7. (REW)

8. (PLAY)

10. Direction

1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER (see page 20)

4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74)

5. PHOTO Search

6. (FF)

7. (REW)

8. (PLAY)

9. F. ADV (see page 73)

START/

STOP

SELF

TIMER

PHOTO

SEARCH

PHOTO DISPLAY

ZERO

MEMORY

SLOW

A.DUB

F.ADV

+

X2

10. Direction ( , )

11. (STOP)

12. (STILL)

13. A.DUB (see page 65)

14. (SLOW)

15. X2 (see page 73)

16. Zoom

17. Display

18. DATE/TIME

17. DISPLAY

16. Zoom

15. X2

18. DATE/TIME

14. (SLOW)

12. (STILL)

11. (STOP)

9. F. ADV

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes)

1. Battery level (see page 26)

2. Custom or Easy mode (see pages 60, 61)

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 63)

7. Manual focus (see page 62)

8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE (see page 59)

9. Zoom position (see page 45)

10. NITE PIX (see page 68)

11. DATE/TIME (see page 55)

12. USB

13. REMOCON

14. WIND CUT (see page 54)

15. Audio recording mode (see page 53)

16. Zero memory indicator (see page 74)

17. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)

18. Tape Counter (see page 68)

19. Operating mode

20. Record speed mode

21. PHOTO mode

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

23. EIS (see page 47)

24. Volume control (see page 34)

25. Audio playback channel

26. DV IN (DV data transfer mode) (see page 77)

27. DEW (See page 7)

28. Message Line

29. FLASH mode

OSD in CAMERA mode

1
2

3
4
6
5

7

9
8

23 22 21 20 19

CUSTOM
MIRROR

TAPE !

BLC

NITE PIX

SHUTTER
EXPOSURE

ZOOM

SHUTTER

EXPOSURE

M A Y. 1 0 , 2 0 0 2

OSD in PLAYER mode

21 20 19

SOUND [ 2 ]

25
16

VOL. [ 1 1 ]

. . . C

M A Y . 1 0 , 2 0 0 2

24

REC

M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0

5 5 min

1 6 bit

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0

5 5 min

1 6 bit

1 0 : 0 0 AM

11

18
17
16
28
15
14
13
12
29

11
10

27
28

DV

26

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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) indicator
D. Image recording and loading indicator
E. Quality
F. ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 92)
G. Print Mark(see page 91)
H. SLIDE SHOW

Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display)

●

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 and CUSTOM.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 55)

- You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF. (see page 57)
(only in CAMERA / M.REC mode)

OSD in M.REC mode

10 sec

CUSTOM
MIRROR

MEMORY STICK !

SHUTTER
EXPOSURE

M A Y. 1 0 , 2 0 0 2

OSD in M.PLAY mode

FH

G

SLIDE

MEMORY STICK !

A

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EBD C

S.Q

[ 2 2 / 2 4 0 ]

1 0 : 0 0 AM

0 0 0

[ 2 2 / 2 4 0 ]

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M A Y. 1 0 , 2 0 0 21 0 0 - 0 0 0 0

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START/

STOP

SELF

TIMER

A.DUB

ZERO

MEMORY

PHOTO DISPLAY

X2

SLOW

F.ADV

PHOTO

SEARCH

DATE/
TIME

Preparation

How to use the Remote Control

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium batter y 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 CAMERA mode.

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

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

- After a 10 second wait, recording starts.

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

Self

Timer

2020

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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 flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power

switch to CAMERA.
In this case, replace the lithium battery with CR2025 type.

1. Open the Lithium battery cover from the camera.

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.

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a

c

b

Preparation

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. Inser t 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 ring hood

The ring hood helps you

- Reduce glare when recording under sunlight.

✤

Align the ring hood with the lens and screw it clockwise.

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Preparation

1

2

3

4

Power
Switch

CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

OFF

PLAYER

CAMERA

TAPE

MEMORY STICK

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.

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 STICK position.

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1

2

3

4

Power
Switch

Preparation

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.

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 the
off for a second DC cable

5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the batter y 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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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.

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Battery

SB-L110

SB-L220

Time

Charging

time

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

3hr 30min

Continuous recording time

LCD ON EVF 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 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 short-circuited.
It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce fire and overheating.

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Preparation

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 black)-you may choose which one indicates charged and
which indicates
discharged.

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. Inser t a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and
the protection tab toward the top.

3. Press the area labelled 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 keep 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.

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1

3

push

a. SAVE

b. REC

2

4

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CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

Basic Recording

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 and hook it onto the hand strap.

3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position.

■

Set the mode switch to TAPE position.

■

Open the LCD monitor and 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.

1

4

2

3

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REC SEARCH

REC SEARCH

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 CAMERA.
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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Basic Recording

Hints for Stable Image Recording

■

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

■

Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap.(refer to the figure)

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 microphone.

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 microphone.

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. To view an object through the viewfinder, pull it out until you hear the ‘click’sound.
Excessive force may cause damage to the viewfinder.

6. Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.

7. Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.

8. Whenever possible, use a tripod.

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CAM MODE

VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

LCD ADJUST

VIEWER SET

BRIGHT SELECT . . . . NORMAL

BRIGHT ADJUST . . . . . . [ 1 8 ]

COLOR ADJUST . . . . . . [ 1 8 ]

CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

Adjusting the LCD

✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you

to view what you are recording or playing back directly.

✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example),

you can adjust ;

■

BRIGHT SELECT

■

BRIGHT ADJUST

■

COLOR ADJUST

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA position.

■

In the PLAYER mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is playing.

2. Open the LCD screen, and the LCD switches on.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL so that VIEWER is highlighted and then
press the ENTER button.

5. Turn the MENU DIAL so that LCD ADJUST is highlighted.

6. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

7. Turn the MENU DIAL so that it highlights the menu item you want to
adjust (BRIGHT SELECT, BRIGHT ADJUST, COLOR ADJUST).

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8. Press the ENTER button again.

■

You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and press the ENTER button to save the setting.

■

Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST.

■

You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35.

9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting.

Using the VIEWFINDER

✤ The VIEWFINDER will not work when the LCD is open.

Adjusting the Focus

Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
(refer to figure )

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REW

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD

✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor.
✤ Make sure that the batter y pack is in place.

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1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position.

2. Inser t the tape you wish to view.(see page 27)

1

2

3. Open the LCD screen.
Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necessary.

4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.

■

To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button.

■

The camcorder stops automatically after rewinding is complete.

4

5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.

■

You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD.

■

To stop the PLAY operation, press the (STOP) button.

Notes

■

You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR.(see page 70)

■

Various functions are available in playback mode.(see page 72)

CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

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0 : 2 3 : 4 7

5 5 min

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M A Y . 1 0 , 2 0 0 2

VOL. [ 1 1 ]

PLAY/STILL

VOL

Basic Recording

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY

✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback.
✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 31)

Controlling Sound from the Speaker

The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only.

■

When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from
the built-in Speaker.

- Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode.

- Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape
on the camcorder.

2

1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Press (PLAY/STILL) to play the tape.

3. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the MENU DIAL to adjust the volume.

■

A volume level display will appear on the LCD.
Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19 and you will not hear
any sound when the volume is set on 00.

■

If you close the LCD while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker.

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Advanced Recording

Use of various Functions

Setting menu items

●

MENU

INITIAL

CAMERA

A/V

MEMORY

VIEWER

SUB MENU

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT
CUSTOM.Q

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

QUALITY
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
DELETE
FORMAT

LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔

✔

✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

Available mode

PLAYER

Memory

REC.

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔

✔

✔
✔
✔

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Memory

PLAY

✔
✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔

✔

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

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

●

1. Press the MENU button.
The MENU OSD is displayed.The cursor ( HIGHLIGHT ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting.

2. Using the MENU DIAL and press the ENTER button on the left side panel, select and activate the item.

3. You can exit the menu mode by pressing the MENU button.

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Advanced Recording

●

Availability of functions in each mode

Requested

Operating
Mode

Digital Special Effects

NITE PIX

Mode

EIS

D.ZOOM

PHOTO

Digital functions

EIS

D.ZOOM PHOTO

OOO

OOO

✕✕ ✕

OOO
OOO

O :The requested mode will work in this operating mode.
✕ :You can not change the requested mode.

:The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

Notes

■

When a menu item on the LCD is marked with an X , that item cannot be activated.

■

When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be displayed.

Digital
special
effects

✕

NITE PIX

O
O
O

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

1 0 : 0 0 AM

MAY. 10, 2002

●

CLOCK SET

✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes.

✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape.

Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME.

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK SET from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enter SETTING mode.

■

A blinking item indicates the item to be changed.The year will blink first.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, change the year setting.

6. Press the ENTER button.

■

The month will blink.

7. Using the MENU DIAL, change the month setting.

8. Press the ENTER button.

■

The day will blink.

9. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting the year and
month.

10.Press the ENTER button after setting the minutes.

■

The word COMPLETE! will appear, and a few seconds later, the menu screen will
automatically return to the sub menu.

11.To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

Advanced Recording

●

REMOCON

✤ THE REMOCON function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes.
✤ The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder.

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select REMOCON from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enable or disable the remote control.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

If you set the remote to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote icon will the remote
control icon will blink for 3 seconds and disappear on the LCD.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

Advanced Recording

●

BEEP SOUND

✤ THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes.
✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you

change a setup value.

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select BEEP SOUND from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enable or disable the BEEP SOUND.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

■

You will hear a Beep Sound when you select the ON setup.

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When you press the START/STOP button to start recording, the BEEP SOUND is
automatically set to OFF so you can’t hear it any longer.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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M.REC MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

M.REC MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

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SHUTTER SOUND

✤ You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working.
✤ Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature.

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

3. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

5. Use the MENU DIAL to select SHUTTER SOUND from the submenu.

6. Push the ENTER to switch between ON and OFF.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUT SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
REMOCON
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
DEMONSTRATION

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DEMONSTRATION

✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use

them more easily.

✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder.
✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL.

4. Select DEMONSTRATION from the submenu and press the ENTER button.

5. To activate the DEMONSTRATION, set DEMONSTRATION ON.

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Press the menu button to quit the menu.

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The demonstration will begin.

6. To end the DEMONSTRATION, set the DEMONSTRATION to OFF.

Notes

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The DEMONSTRATION function only works without a TAPE installed.

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The DEMONSTRATION mode is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes after
switching to the CAMERA mode (no tape is inserted in the camcorder).

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If you press other buttons (FADE, BLC, PHOTO, EASY, CUSTOM) during the DEMONSTRATION mode,
the DEMONSTRATION stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate any other functions.

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PROGRAM AE

✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only.
✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.
✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field.

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AUTO mode

- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

- To be used in nor mal conditions.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.

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SPORTS mode ( )

- For recording people or objects moving quickly.

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PORTRAIT mode ( )

- For focusing on the background of the subject, when the background is out of focus.

- The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/1000 per second.

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SPOTLIGHT mode ( )

- For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.

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SAND/SNOW mode ( )

- For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow.

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HSS(High Speed Shutter) mode ( )

- For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE

AUTO

SPORTS
PORTRAIT

SPOTLIGHT
SAND / SNOW
HSS

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT.BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

Setting the PROGRAM AE

1. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the PROGRAM AE mode.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the PROGRAM AE mode.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

CAM MODE

AUTO
HOLD

WHT. BALANCE

INDOOR
OUTDOOR

CAMERA SET

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WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)

✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only.
✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition.
✤ You may select the appropr iate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality color of the image.

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AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.

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HOLD ( ) :This fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.

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INDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.

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OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select WHT.BALANCE from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the WHITE BALANCE mode.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the WHITE BALANCE mode.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

Notes

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While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the WHT.BALANCE function does not work.

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The WHT.BALANCE function will not operate in EASY mode.

■

Tur n the digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.

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If you have set the white balance and lighting conditions changes, reset the white balance.

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During normal outdoor recording, setting to AUTO may provide better results.

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Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM

✤ Zoom works in CAMERA/M.REC mode only.

Zooming In and Out

✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.

For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.

✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.
✤ Use these features for different shots.Please note that over-use

of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.

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1. Move the zoom lever slightly for

1-1 1-2

a gradual zoom, move it further for
a high-speed zoom.
Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.

2. T(Telephoto) side: Subject appears closer.

3. W(Wide angle) side: Subject appears

TELE

farther away.

WIDE

Note

You can record a subject that is a minimum of 1 m (about 2.65 feet) away from the lens surface in the TELE position,
or about 10 mm (about 0.5 inch) away in the WIDE position.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

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Digital Zoom

✤ More than 10x zoom is achieved digitally.
✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how

much you zoom in on the subject.

✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47)

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or M.REC mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select D.ZOOM from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to setup the 400x digital zoom function or to turn the feature OFF.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

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EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

✤ The EIS function works in CAMERA/M.REC mode only.
✤ EIS(Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the

camcorder (within reasonable limits).

✤ It provides more stable pictures when:

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Recording a small object close-up

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Recording and walking at the same time

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Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL highlight to CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

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The sub menu list will appear.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to activate the EIS function, press the ENTER button.

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The EIS menu is changed to ON.

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If you do not want to use the EIS function, set the EIS menu to OFF.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes

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It is recommended that you deactivate the shake compensation function when using a tripod.

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DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT

✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA and M.REC mode only.
✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects.
✤ Select the appropr iate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
✤ There are 9 DSE modes.

a. ART mode

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

b. MOSAIC mode

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

c. SEPIA mode

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

d. NEGA mode

This mode reverses the colors of the images, creating a negative image.

e. MIRROR mode

This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect.

f. BLK & WHT mode

This mode changes the images to black and white.

g. EMBOSS mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).

h. CINEMA mode

This mode covers the upper/lower portions of the screen to give a cinematic effect.

i. MAKE - UP mode

This mode allows the images to be selected in red, green, blue or yellow colors.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT BALANCE
D ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

CAM MODE

DSE SELECT

OFF

ART
MOSAIC
SEPIA

CAMERA SET

NEGA
MIRROR

BLK&WHT

Selecting an effect

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the DSE mode.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

Notes

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While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the DSE function does not work.

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The DSE function will not operate in EASY mode.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

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FLASH SELECT (SCD87 only)

✤ The Flash Select function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only, when the Flash Light (not supplied) is connected to

SmartShoe.

1. Install the Flash Light (optional accessory) on SmartShoe.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select FLASH SELECT from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to select the Flash mode.

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(Flash auto):The flash comes on depending on the brightness of the subject.

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(Flash ON):The flash comes on with every shot.

6. If you don’t want to use the Flash light, set the Flash switch (on the Flash Light) to OFF.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT BALANCE
D ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT
FLASH SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CUSTOM

CAM MODE

CUSTOM

CAMERA SET

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
EIS
DSE SELECT

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CUSTOM.Q

✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use.

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The CUSTOM.Q function operates in the CAMERA and M.REC mode.

✤ If you want to use the CUSTOM.Q function (see page 61) correctly, set the status of each item as desired before using

the CUSTOM.Q function.

✤ You can set and store the following items:

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PROGRAM AE, WHT.BALANCE, D.ZOOM, EIS, DSE SELECT

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The MENU list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL, select CAMERA position and press the ENTER button.

4. Select CUSTOM.Q using MENU DIAL in the submenu and press the ENTER button.

5. Using the MENU DIAL and press the ENTER button, set the status of each item as desired.

6. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.
Notes

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If you want to activate the CUSTOM.Q function, press the CUSTOM.Q button while
in CAMERA mode.

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The PROGRAM AE mode is automatically setup when the EXPOSURE is set on manual.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

REC MODE

PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY

AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

OFF

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REC MODE

✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes.
✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.

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SP (standard play):This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

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LP (long play):This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select REC MODE from the submenu and press the ENTER button.

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The REC MODE toggles between SP and LP with each press.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

Notes

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We recommend that you use this camcorder to play back any tapes recorded on this camcorder.
Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion.

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When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code
may not be written properly between scenes.

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Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality.

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CAM MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

OFF

CAM MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

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AUDIO MODE

✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes.
✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit)

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12bit :You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks.

The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.

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1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select the AUDIO MODE from the menu and press the ENTER button.

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The AUDIO MODE toggles between 12bit-16bit with each push.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track.

16bit :You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode.

Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.

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CAM MODE

REC MODE

PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY

AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

OFF

CAM MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

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WIND CUT

✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes.
✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.

- When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select WIND CUT from submenu.

5. This feature toggles ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

Notes

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The WIND CUT does not operate when an external microphone is connected to the External MIC in or the optional ZM-EC1
microphone is connected to the Smart Shoe.

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Make sure WIND CUT is set to off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.

■

Use the WIND CUT when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.

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CAM MODE

VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

CAM MODE

DATE / TIME

VIEWER SET

DATE
TIME
DATE&TIME

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DATE/TIME

✤ The DATE/TIME function wor ks in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes.
✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DATE/TIME.

4. Press the ENTER button to select the sub-menu.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the DATE/TIME mode.

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You can choose to display - the OFF, DATE, TIME, DATE/TIME

- OFF only

- DATE only

- TIME only

- DATE & TIME

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To retur n to the previous menu, highlight the DATE/TIME in the middle of the and
press the ENTER button.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.
Notes

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The DATE/TIME is not affected by the OSD ON/OFF (DISPLAY) button.

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The DATE/TIME will read “- - -” in the following conditions.

- During playback of a blank section of a tape.

- If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE/TIME in the Camera’s memory.

- When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead.

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Before you can use the DATE/TIME function, you must set the Clock.
See CLOCK SET on page 37.

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CAM MODE

VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

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TV DISPLAY

✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes.
✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).

■

OFF:The OSD appears in the LCD screen only.

■

ON:The OSD appears in the LCD screen, EVF and TV.

■

Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the
LCD/EVF/TV.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button.

4. Select the TV DISPLAY mode in list, press the ENTER button.

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The DISPLAY mode switches between ON/OFF with each push.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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Using Quick Menu

✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode.
✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button.

This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus.

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DATE/TIME

- Each time you select DATE/TIME and press the ENTER button, it will be displayed in the order of

DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF(See page 55).

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REMOCON( )

- Each time you select REMOCON and press the ENTER button, the REMOCON is switched to

either enabled ( ) or disabled ( ) .

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EIS( )

- Each time you select EIS and press the ENTER button, the EIS icon is displayed or set to OFF.

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DSE(Digital Special Effect) (see page 48)

- Each time you select DSE and press the ENTER button, the DSE preset values are applied or set to OFF.

DSE values will not switch between On and Off if they have not been preset in the menu.

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PROGRAM AE (see page 42)

- Each time you select PROGRAM AE and press the ENTER button, you can choose between the preset PROGRAM AE

values and AUTO.You can’t choose between Auto and the PROGRAM AE values if the values have not been preset in
the regular menu.

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SHUTTER
EXPOSURE

0 : 0 0 : 0 0

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M A Y . 1 0 , 2 0 0 2

STBY

MIRROR

CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

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■ WHT. BALANCE (see page 44)

- Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the ENTER button, you can choose between
preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between
Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset..

■ FOCUS (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) (see page 62)

- Each time you select FOCUS and press the ENTER button, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus ( ) or
Auto Focus ( ).

■ SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

- You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( ) icon and pressing the MENU DIAL.
For more information, see the next chapter.

Setting the Quick menu

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to select a function you want and then press
the ENTER button to change the values.

Notes

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Quick menu function will not operate in EASY mode.

■

If you are using the M.FOCUS( ) function,
you cannot use the Quick menu.
If you want to use the Quick menu function,

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DSE

PROGRAM AE

WHT.BALANCE

FOCUS

SHUTTTER

EXPOSURE

EIS

REMOCON

DATE/TIME

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SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERA mode.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see icon on, and then press the ENTER button.

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You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.

■

Tur n the MENU DIAL to select the item you want and then press the ENTER button.

■

SHUTTER SPEED can be set to in 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 or 1/10000.

■

EXPOSURE can be set between 00 and 29.

3. To exit from the setting screen, select the icon and press the ENTER button.
Notes

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If you want to use the selected shutter speed and exposure value, you should begin the recording with
the shutter speed and the exposure adjustment screens displayed on the LCD.

■

If you manually change the shutter speed and the exposure value when Auto-exposure option is selected,
manual changes are applied first.

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EASY

0 : 0 0 : 0 0

53 min

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M A Y . 1 0 . 2 0 0 2

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EASY Mode (for Beginners)

✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to make good recordings easily.

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The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA, M.REC mode.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and
the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes:

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Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( ) will be displayed.

■

The word “EASY.Q” will appear on the LCD at the same time.
However, the DATE/TIME will only be seen if it has been previously set. (see page 55)

3. Press START/STOP to start recording.

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Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

4. Pressing the EASY button again turns the EASY mode off.

■

The camera will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY mode.

Notes

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In EASY mode, certain functions are not available, such as MENU, BLC, MF/AF.

- If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off.

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The EASY mode settings are deleted when the battery pack is uninstalled from the camcorder and
therefore, they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

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Advanced Recording

MIRROR

CUSTOM

0 : 0 0 : 0 0

1 0 : 0 0 AM

M A Y . 1 0 . 2 0 0 2

STBY

5 3 min

CUSTOM Mode

✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use.

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The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA, M.REC mode only.

✤ Please set the custom settings before using this function. (see page 51)

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. To activate the CUSTOM function, press the CUSTOM button.

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“CUSTOM.Q” will be displayed on the screen.

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3. Press START/STOP to start recording.

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Recording will begin using the CUSTOM settings.

4. To switch CUSTOM mode off, press the CUSTOM button again.

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The camcorder will revert to the settings that were set prior to
custom mode being selected.

Note

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The CUSTOM mode settings are deleted when a battery pack is uninstalled and
therefore they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

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While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the CUSTOM function does not work.

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CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

ENTER

VOL

Advanced Recording

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

✤ The MF/AF function works in CAMERA, M.REC mode only.
✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus

feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult

and/or unreliable.

Auto Focusing

✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make

use of Auto Focus.

Manual Focusing

✤ In the following cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder,

others further away.

b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.

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1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL and select the FOCUS menu.

3 Press the ENTER button.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL up or down until the object is in focus.

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Zoom out a little if focusing is difficult.

5. To return to AF(Auto Focus: ), press the ENTER button again.

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BLC

BLC (Back Light Compensation)

✤ BLC works in CAMERA/M.REC mode.
✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:

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The subject is in front of a window.

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The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and
is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to
distinguish his/her features.

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The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

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The light sources are too bright.

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The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the BLC button.

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Normal - BLC - Normal

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BLC enhances the subject.

Notes

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While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the BLC function does not work.

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The BLC function will not operate in EASY mode.

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FADE

FADE

Advanced Recording

Fade In and Out

✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA, M.REC mode only.
✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using

special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a
sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence.

To Start Recording

1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).

2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release
the FADE button. Recording starts and the picture and
sound gradually appear (fade in).

To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT)

3. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the
FADE button.The picture and sound gradually
disappear (fade out).

4. When the picture has disappeared,
press the START/STOP button to stop recording.

Press the FADE button a. FADE OUT Gradual disappearance

a. FADE OUT (Approx. 4 seconds)

➔

➔

➔

➔

➔

➔

➔

➔

STBY

0:00:00

REC

0:00:15

REC

0:00:15

STBY

0:00:15

b. FADE IN (Approx. 4 seconds)

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Gradual appearance b. FADE IN Release the FADE button

Advanced Recording

PLAY/STILL

START/

STOP

SELF

TIMER

A.DUB

ZERO

MEMORY

PHOTO DISPLAY

X2

SLOW

PHOTO

SEARCH

DATE/
TIME

Audio dubbing

✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode.
✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.
✤ Use the inter nal and external microphones or other audio equipment.
✤ The or iginal sound will not be erased.

Dubbing sound

1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

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If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to
the external MIC input jack on the camcorder.

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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, connect the
AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the camcorder by inserting the cable jack into the
A/V in/out terminal at the left side of the camcorder.

2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button and find the timeframe of the scene to
be dubbed.

3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to pause the scene.

4. Press the A.DUB button on the Remote Control.

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A.DUB will be displayed on the LCD.

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The camcorder is in a ready-to-dub state for dubbing.

5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing.

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Press the (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.

Notes

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You can not use the audio dubbing function while playing a write protected video tape.

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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, you must connect the AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the audio system from
which you wish to record.

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You can not use the audio dubbing function while the A/V cable is connected to TV.

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PLAYER MODE

A / V SET

AUDIO SELECT

SOUND [ 1 ]
SOUND [ 2 ]
MIX [ 1 + 2 ]

PLAYER MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

OFF

Advanced Recording

Dubbed audio Playback

1. Inser t the dubbed tape and press MENU button.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.

3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the audio playback channel.

- SOUND1 : play the original sound.

- SOUND2 : play the dubbed sound.

- MIX(1+2) : play back SOUND1 and 2 equally mixed.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

8. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape.
Note

When you playback added sound (SOUND2 or MIX mode), you may experience loss of sound quality.

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Advanced Recording

PLAYER MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

PLAYER MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

PHOTO

PHOTO Image Recording

1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it.

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The still picture appears on the LCD monitor.

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If you do not wish to record, release the button.

2. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds.

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The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.

3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode.

Searching for a PHOTO picture

✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER, M.PLAY mode only.

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1.

Press the PHOTO SEARCH button on the Remocon or,

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Use the MENU.
a. Press the MENU button.

- The MENU list will appear.
b. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.
c. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.
d. Select PHOTO SEARCH from the sub-menu and press the ENTER button.

2. Search the PHOTO using the (FF) and (REW) buttons.

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The PHOTO search process appears on the LCD while you are searching.

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After completing the search, the camcorder displays the still image.

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3. To exit, press the (STOP) button.

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ON

NITE PIX

OFF

Advanced Recording

NITE PIX (0 lux recording)

✤ The NITE PIX function works in CAMERA/M.REC mode.
✤ The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in darkness.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or M.REC mode.

2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON.

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(NITE PIX indicator) appears on the LCD monitor.

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The infrared(invisible rays) light is turned on automatically.

3. To cancel the NITE PIX function, slide the NITE PIX switch to OFF.

Notes

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The maximum recording distance using the infrared light is about 3 m (about 10 feet).

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If you use the NITE PIX function in normal recording situations (ex. outdoors by day), the recorded picture may contain
unnatural colors.

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In the NITE PIX mode, certain functions are not available, such as White Balance, Program AE, DSE, IRIS, SHUTTER
SPEED, BLC, CUSTOM.

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Advanced Recording

Various Recording Techniques

✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.

Note

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

1. General recording.

2. Downward recording.

Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen.

3. Upward recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below.

4. Self recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from the front.

5. Recording with the Viewfinder.

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In circumstances where it is difficult to use the LCD monitor,
the viewfinder can be used as a convenient alternative.

1 2

3

5

4

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Playback

Tape Playback

✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only.

Playback on the LCD

✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD in a car or outdoors.

Playback on a TV monitor

✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system.
✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder.

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks

1. Connect the camcorder and TV with the Audio/Video cable.

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The yellow plug :Video

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The white plug : Audio(L)

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The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only

TV

Video input-

Yellow

Audio input
(left)-White

Audio input
(right)-Red

S-VIDEO input

S-VIDEO

- If you connect to a monaural TV or VCR, connect the yellow plug
(Video) to the video input of the TV or VCR and the white plug (Audio L)
to the audio input of the TV or VCR.

2. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

3. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to VIDEO.

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Refer to the TV or VCR user’s manual.

4. Play the tape back.
Notes

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You may use the S-VIDEO cable (supplied with SCD87 only) to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-VIDEO
connector on your TV.

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Even if you use a S-VIDEO cable, you need to connect an audio cable.

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A/V

Playback

OFF

PLAYER

CAMERA

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

✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR.

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1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Audio/Video cable.

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The yellow plug : Video

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The white plug : Audio(L)

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The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only

2. Connect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

4. Turn on both the TV and VCR.

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Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

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Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set.

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5. Play the tape back.

Playback

✤ You can play the recorded tape in PLAYER mode.

1. Connect a power source and set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Inser t the tape you wish to play back.

3. Using the (FF) and (REW) buttons, find the first position
you wish to play back.

4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

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The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds.

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If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically.

Notes

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It is best to decrease the volume of the built-in speaker when your camcorder is connected to the TV.

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The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically.

VCR

VIDEO

AUDIO(L)

AUDIO(R)

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

TV

A/V

CAMCORDER

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REC SEARCH

REV FWD S.SHOW DELETE

FADE BLC DISPLAY

Playback

Various Functions while in PLAYER mode

✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FWD, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control.
✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only.
✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more

than 5 minutes.

Playback pause

✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback or Slow playback.
✤ To resume playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

Picture search (Forward/Reverse)

✤ Press the (FF) or (REW) buttons once during Playback or Still mode.

To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

✤ Keep pressing (FF) or (REW) buttons during Playback or Still mode.

To resume nor mal playback, release the button.

Slow playback (Forward/Reverse)

✤ Forward Slow Playback

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Press the SLOW button on the remote control during Playback.

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To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

✤ Reverse slow playback

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Press the (_) button during Forward Slow Play back.

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To resume forward slow playback, press the (+) button.

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To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

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Playback

START/

STOP

SELF

TIMER

A.DUB

ZERO

MEMORY

PHOTO DISPLAY

X2

SLOW

F.ADV

PHOTO

SEARCH

DATE/
TIME

Frame advance (To play back frame by frame)

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Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode.
The F.ADV function works in still mode only.

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To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

✤ Forward frame advance

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Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode.

✤ Reverse frame advance

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Press (_) the button on the remote control to change the direction in
F.ADV mode.

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Press the F.ADV button on the remote control.

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse )

✤ Forward X2 Playback

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Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback.

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To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

✤ Reverse X2 Playback

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Press (_) the button during during Forward X2 Playback

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To resume nor mal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

Notes

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Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in some of the various playback modes.

- Mosaic shaped distortion or noise may be experienced when you play back tapes recorded in LP which

contain various playback functions.

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Sound will only be heard during regular playback.

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Playback

ZERO MEMORY

✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes.
✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.

1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or recording at the point you wish to return to.

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The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to zero memory with the M 0:00:00(Zero memory indicator)

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If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.

2. Finding the zero position.

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When you have finished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape.

- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

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When you have finished recording, press the power switch on the PLAYER and press the (REW) button.

- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

3. The tape counter with the M (Zero memory indicator) disappears from the display and the tape counter is
changed to the time code.

Notes

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In the following situations, ZERO MEMORY mode may be canceled automatically:

- At the end of the section marked with the ZERO MEMORY function.

- When the tape is ejected.

- When you remove the battery pack or power supply.

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The zero memory may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the tape.

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The ZERO MEMORY will not operate in DV IN mode.

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Recording in PLAYER mode

OFF

PLAYER

CAMERA

Recording in PLAYER mode

✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder.
✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV.

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1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Audio/Video cable.

2. Set the power switch of the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

3. Turn on the VCR or TV.

4. Inser t the blank tape with protection tab closed into the camcorder.

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If you want to record from the connected VCR,
insert a recorded VHS tape into the VCR.

5. Press the START/STOP button to set the camcorder to REC PAUSE mode.

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“PAUSE” and picture appear on the LCD monitor.

6. Select the TV program or playback the VHS tape.

7. Press START/STOP button to start recording.

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If you want to pause recording for a while, press the START/STOP button again.

8. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.

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VCR

VIDEO

AUDIO(L)

AUDIO(R)

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

TV

A/V

CAMCORDER

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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

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

Connecting to a DV device

✤ Connecting with other DV standard products.

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A standard DV connection is quite simple.
If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.

!!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin).This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.

✤ With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images

to be transferred.

Connecting to a PC

✤ If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install a IEEE 1394 add-on card onto the PC.(not supplied)
✤ The frame rate recorded for video capturing is dependent on the capacity of the PC.

Note

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When you transmit data from the camcorder to another DV device, some functions may not work.
If this occurs, please reconnect the DV cable or turn the power OFF and ON again.

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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

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System requirements

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CPU : faster Intel®Pentium III™ 450Mhz compatible.

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Operating system :Windows®98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS

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Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM

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IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card

Recording with a DV connection cable

1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV IN/OUT port of
the camcorder to the DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device.

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Make sure that DV IN appears on the screen.

3. Press the START/STOP button to begin REC PAUSE mode.

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PAUSE is displayed on the OSD.

4. Star t playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.

5. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

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If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the START/STOP button again.

6. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.

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Note

When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven,
however recorded pictures will not be affected.

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USB interface

● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection
✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB

connection.

✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection.
✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.

System Requirements

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CPU : Intel®Pentium II™ 400 processor compatible or better

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Operating system :Windows®98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

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RAM : 64 MB or more

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CD-ROM: 4x CD-ROM drive

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VIDEO : 65,000-color or better video display card

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Available USB port

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Hard Disc : 4GB (8GB recommended)
Notes

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Intel®Pentium II™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation.

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Windows®is a registered trademark of the Microsoft®Corporation.

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All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.

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USB interface

Installing DVC Media 4.0 Program

✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program.
✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.
✤ This explanation is based on Windows

®

98SE OS.

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Program installation

1. Inser t the software CD into CD-ROM drive.

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Installation selection screen appears in the monitor.

2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inser ting CD
click “Run”on the Windows “Start” menu and execute SETUP.EXE file to begin installation.

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When CD-ROM drive is set to “D:”drive: type “D:\setup.exe” and press Enter.

3. Click a button to install the selected software.

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DVC Driver

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USB Software

■

Editing Software

Install the DVC Driver

4. When you see the Start window, click “DVC Driver” to continue installation.

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USB interface

Install the USB Software (DVC media 4.0TM)

4. Repeat steps 1~3.

5. When you see the Start window, click “DVC media 4.0

6. Select a language and click “OK”.

7. When the dialog box appears, click the “NEXT”button.

8. Choose the Destination Folder:

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To install to default folder, click “NEXT”

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To install to different folder, click “ Browse”and select another folder.

9. Click the “NEXT” button.

10.Files are copied to selected folder.

11.When the next dialogue box appears, click Finish.

Note

DVC Media 4.0 User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD in Adobe's Portable
Document Format (PDF).
The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included
on the CD.(The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of Adobe Systems, Inc.)

TM

” to continue installation.

7.

8.

10.

11.

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USB interface

Connecting to a PC

1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack)

Notes

■

If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will stop and the
data may be damaged.

■

If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB
devices, the camcorder may not work properly.

- If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the camcorder.

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TM

Digital Still Camera mode

MEMORY STICK

✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera.

Memory Stick Functions

✤ Recording still images
✤ Viewing still images

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Single

■

Slide show

✤ Multi screen
✤ Protecting images against accidental erasure
✤ Deleting images recorded on a card
✤ Print marking still images
✤ Formatting a card

Notes

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You can use most of the camera’s functions when recording to the Memory Stick.

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“ ” appears on the screen while recording to the Memory Stick.

■

While recording or loading an image, do not eject or insert the Memory Stick.

- Inserting or ejecting a Memory Stick while recording or loading an image can cause data damage.

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If you want to save all images on the Memory Stick, set the write protect tab on the Memory Stick to LOCK.

Terminal
Protection
tab

●

“Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

●

All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Furthermore, “

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”and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

Digital Still Camera mode

Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick

● Inser ting the card

1. Turn the Power switch to OFF.

2. Inser t the Memory Stick into the CARD slot located beneath the camcorder, in the

direction of the arrow.

● Ejecting the card

1. Turn the Power switch to OFF.

2. Push the Memory Stick, then it comes out of the camcorder automatically.

3. Pull out the Memory Stick.

Notes

■

If you turn the power switch to M.PLAY, the last recorded image appears.

- If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, NO STORED IMAGE!

and will display on the screen.

■

Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing or formatting.

■

Please turn the power off before you insert or eject the Memory Stick.
You could lose data on the Memory Stick.

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Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals of the Card.

■

Do not bend the Card.

■

After pulling the card out from the camcorder, please keep the Memory Stick in a soft case to prevent static shock.

■

The stored contents may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair.
Save important images separately.

■

Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.

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If the USB cable is connected to the camcorder, the (DELETE), (S.SHOW), (FWD), (REV) buttons
are not available in M.PLAY mode.

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DCIM

100 SSDVC
DCAM 0001
DCAM 0002

101SSDVC

.

.

.

.

File number
Folder number

000-0000

*MEM/P

Digital Still Camera mode

Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick

✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the card.
✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder.

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A file number from DCAM0001 to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each
recorded image.

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Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded on the CARD.

Image Format

✤ Images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.
✤ The number of pixels are 640

✕

480 (VGA) in each mode.

Selecting the CAMCORDER mode

✤ You can use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera (DSC).
✤ You have to set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position to use this camcorder as Digital Still Camera.

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M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode)

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to CAMERA.

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M.PLAY mode (Memory PLAYBACK mode)

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.

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M.REC MODE

INITIAL

DELETE
FORMAT

QUALITY
PRINT MARK
PROTECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

M.REC MODE

DELETE
FORMAT

QUALITY

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PRINT MARK 000
PROTECT

MEMORY SET

M.REC MODE

STANDARD

QUALITY

FINE
HIGH

MEMORY SET

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H.Q
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Selecting the image quality

✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded.

Select the image quality

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode.

3. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight QUALITY in the submenu.

7. Press the ENTER button.

8. Using the MENU DIAL, select the image quality.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the image quality.

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If you exit the sub-menu without pressing the ENTER button,
the quality mode is not changed.

9. To exit, press the MENU button.

● Number of images on the Memory Stick

QUALITY 8MB 16MB

FINE Approx.60 Approx.120

HIGH Approx.120 Approx.240

STANDARD Approx.240 Approx.480

- The actual number that you can record varies depending on the image size.

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S.Q

CAMERA

OFF

PLAYER

PHOTO

Digital Still Camera mode

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

✤ You cannot record moving pictures onto a Memory Stick.
✤ Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick.

Recording images to a Memory Stick

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to CAMERA.

3. Press the PHOTO button and hold it.

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The still picture appears on the LCD monitor.

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If you do not wish to record, release the button and wait for more than 2 seconds.

4. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds.

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The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick.

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While the camcorder is recording the the still image, “ ”appears on the screen.

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Digital Still Camera mode

Recording an image from a cassette as a still image.

✤ You can record still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick.
✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function.

1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

3. Play back the cassette.

4. Press the PHOTO button and hold it.

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The camcorder is set to playback pause(STILL) mode.

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If you do not wish to record, release the button and wait for more than 2 seconds.

5. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds.

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The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick.

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While the camcorder is recording the the still image, “ ”appears on the screen.

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REC SEARCH

REV FWD S.SHOW DELETE

FADE BLC DISPLAY

Digital Still Camera mode

Viewing Still images

✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick.
✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images.

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Single :To view an image frame by frame.

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Slide show :To view all images automatically and in consecutive order.

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Multi screen :To view six recorded images at a time.

To view a Single image

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

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The last recorded image appears.

- If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, NO STORED IMAGE!

3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the desired still image.

To view a slide show

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

3. Press the (S.SHOW) button.

4. To stop the slide show, press the (S.SHOW) button again.

and will display on the screen.

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To view the next image : press the (FWD) button.

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To view the previous image : press the (REV) button.

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Pressing (FWD) when you are on the last image will take you to the first
image and pressing (REV) when you are on the first image will take you
to the last image.

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Keep pressing (FWD) or (REV) to search for an image quickly.

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The last recorded image appears

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All images will be played back consecutively for 4~5 seconds each.

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To view the Multi Screen

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

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The last recorded image appears.

3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the PHOTO button.

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A selection mark ( ) appears under the image.

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Tur n the menu dial to select a image.

4.To return to single playback mode, press the PHOTO button again.
Notes

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To display the previous six images, press the (REV).

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To display the next six images, press the (FWD).

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PLAYER MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
PHOTO COPY
AUDIO MODE 16

SOUND1

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

OFF

PLAYER MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
COPY
AUDIO MODE 16
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
MEMORY
VIEWER

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Digital Still Camera mode

Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick

✤ You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick.

1. Set the power switch to the PLAYER mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

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The submenu will appear.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PHOTO COPY and press the ENTER button.

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All still images that recorded on a cassette will be copied to a Memory Stick.

5. The camcorder automatically performs the photo search to find still images and copying starts.

6. Press (STOP) button to stop copying.

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Copying stops when the cassette is finished or Memory Stick is full.

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Marking images for printing

✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format.
✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memor y Stick with a printer suppor ting DPOF.
✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK.

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THIS FILE :You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD.

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ALL FILES :To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images.

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.

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The last recorded image appears.

3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to mark.

4. Press the MENU button.

5. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and press the ENTER button.

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The MEMORY SET submenu will appear.

6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PRINT MARK, press the ENTER button.

7. Use the MENU DIAL to select either THIS FILE or ALL FILES and press the ENTER button.

8. Use the MENU DIAL to select the quantity and press the ENTER button.

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Notes

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When you setup the PRINT MARK option to ALL FILES, 999 files from the current file are set to 1.

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The ALL FILES option may require extended operation time depending on the number of stored images.

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Digital Still Camera mode

Protection from accidental erasure

✤ You can protect impor tant images from accidental erasure.

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If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased.

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.

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The last recorded image appears.

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If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, NO STORED IMAGE! and will display on the screen.

3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to protect.

4. Press the MENU button.

5. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and press the ENTER button.

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The submenu of MEMORY SET will appear.

6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PROTECT and press the ENTER button.

7. Using the MENU DIAL, select the method and press the ENTER button.

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THIS FILE : protects the currently selected file from erasure.

8. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you wish to protect.

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Deactivate the image protection for the image following step 6.

9. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.

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Deleting Still images

✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Stick.
✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection.
✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER.

3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to delete.

4. Press the MENU button.

5. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and press the ENTER button.

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The MEMORY SET submenu will appear.

6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DELETE and press the ENTER button.

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Using the MENU DIAL, select either THIS FILE or ALL FILES and press the ENTER button.

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THIS FILE : deletes only the file currently selected.

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ALL FILES : deletes all files stored in the Memory Stick.

7. A box will appear to verify whether you wish to delete the image(s).

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EXECUTE : deletes the selected image(s).

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CANCEL : does not delete the selected image(s) and returns to the previous menu.

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Notes

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If you try to delete a protected image, “Protect!” appears on the screen.

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You can delete the current displayed image (when still images are on) by pressing (DELETE) on the function keys.
Pressing (DELETE) will see you “DELETE REALLY?”, and pressing again will delete the current image.

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Digital Still Camera mode

Formatting the Memory Stick

✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memor y Stick,

including protected images.

✤ The format function restores the Memor y Stick to its initial states.
✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already.

Attention

✤ If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT function, all images will be erased completely

and erased images cannot be recovered.

1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.

2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and press the ENTER button.

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The sub menu will appear.

5. Select FORMAT from the list and press the ENTER button.

6. “ALL FILES ARE DELETED! FORMAT REALLY?” appears on the screen.

7. Using the MENU DIAL, select the item.

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NO :To return to previous menu

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YES :To start formatting.

8. Press the ENTER button.

9. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.

Note

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“Memory stick” formatted on the PC with the USB adaptor (not supplied) do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this
camcorder.
If you want to format the Memory Stick on the PC, use the “Memory Stick formatter” supplied with the software CD.

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Maintenance

After finishing a recording

✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source.
✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery.

Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.

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Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically.

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Please wait while the tape is completely ejected.

2. After removing the tape, close the door and store the camcorder in a dust free
environment.

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Dust and other foreign materials can cause square-shaped noise or jerky images.

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3. Set the power switch to the OFF mode.

4. Disconnect the power source or remove the Lithium Ion Battery Pack.

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Hold down the BATTERY RELEASE button and slide the battery pack
in the direction of the arrow.

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Maintenance

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder

Cleaning the VIEWFINDER

● Releasing the eyecup

1. Pull the VIEWFINDER out and lift it up.

2. Turn the two screws counter-clockwise and pull the EYECUP out.

3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth
and cotton swab or a blower.

● Reattaching the EYECUP

4. Put the EYECUP on the VIEWFINDER.

5. Refit the screws.

Cleaning the Video Heads

To ensure nor mal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads
when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or
distortion or if only a blue screen appears during playback, as the
video heads may be dirty.

1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Inser t the cleaning tape.

3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

4. Press the (STOP) button after 10 seconds.

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Check the quality of the picture using a videocassette.
If the picture quality has not improved, repeat the operation.
If the problem continues, contact your local authorized service center.

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Clean the video heads with a dr y type cassette cleaner.

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