Samsung SCW61/W62, SCW61, SCW62 Owner's Instruction Manual
Video Camcorder
8mm
SCW61/W62
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read
this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
ELECTRONICS
SCW61/W62
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Hi
US
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Contents
2
Notices and Safety Instructions
Features........................................................................................................................................................12
Descriptions
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Front View/Side View/Rear View..............................................................................................13, 14, 15
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OSD (On Screen Display) ...................................................................................................................16
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder...................................................................................................18
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap..............................................................................................19
Lithium Battery Installation ............................................................................................................................20
Connecting the Power Source......................................................................................................................21
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To use the AC Power Adapter..............................................................................................................21
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To use the Battery Pack.......................................................................................................................22
Using the Battery Pack .................................................................................................................................23
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Continuous Recording time table.........................................................................................................23
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Battery Level Display............................................................................................................................24
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ................................................................................................................25
Preparing
Making your First Recording.........................................................................................................................26
Hints for Stable Image Recording ................................................................................................................28
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Recording with Viewfinder....................................................................................................................28
Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER...........................................................................................................28
Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER...................................................................................................29
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Viewing a Still Picture ...........................................................................................................................30
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Picture Search......................................................................................................................................30
Zooming In and Out......................................................................................................................................31
Digital Zoom..................................................................................................................................................32
EASY mode (for beginners)..........................................................................................................................34
CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings.......................................................................35
Basic Recording
Advanced Recording
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Contents (continued)
Specifications
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61
Index
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62
Warranty
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64
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)..............................................................................................................36
BLC...............................................................................................................................................................37
Program AE (Automatic Exposure)...............................................................................................................38
DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode..........................................................................................40
Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME........................................................................................................42
Selecting and Recording a Title ....................................................................................................................44
Fade In and Out............................................................................................................................................46
White Balance...............................................................................................................................................47
Demonstration...............................................................................................................................................48
Lighting Techniques ......................................................................................................................................49
Troubleshooting
To watch with TV monitor..............................................................................................................................50
Various Functions in PLAYER mode.............................................................................................................52
Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 System)...................................................................................................53
DSE in PLAYER mode..................................................................................................................................54
Playing back a Tape
Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder................................................................................................54
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Cleaning the Viewfinder ......................................................................................................................54
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Cleaning the Video Heads ...................................................................................................................55
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Storing the Camcorder .......................................................................................................... ...............55
Self Diagnosis Display .................................................................................................................................57
Checking.......................................................................................................................................................58
Moisture Condensation.................................................................................................................................60
Maintenance
Using Your Camcorder Abroad
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56
Notices and Safety Instructions
Taking care of the battery pack
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✤ Do not let LENS point toward the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.
(*CCD: Charge Coupled Device)
Notices regarding the LENS
✤ Do not allow any metal objects to touch
the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and
damage the battery pack.
Keep the terminals clean.
✤ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty.
Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.
Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding electronic viewfinder
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1) Do not place the camcorder so that the
viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of
the viewfinder. Be careful when placing
the camcorder under sunlight or by a
window.
2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the
viewfinder.
3) Unintended rotation may cause damage
to the viewfinder.
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1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
for example:
■ When you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside to
warm temperature inside during the winter.
■ When you take the camcorder from cool temperature inside to hot
temperature outside during the summer.
2) If the “DEW” protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder
in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and
the battery removed.
3) If the “DEW” protection feature is activated unexpectedly, and you
want to override it, detach, then reinstall the battery pack and
lithium battery.
Please make sure that the condensation has disappeared completely. (see page 60)
Notices regarding moisture condensation
DEW
Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding the battery pack
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✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors.
✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without
operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.
✤ Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Dropping the battery pack might damage it.
✤ When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
W
arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swal-
lowed, consult a doctor immediately.
✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, TITLE, CUSTOM function and preset contents
memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.
✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of
installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds
when you set the power switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.
(see page 20)
Notices regarding the Lithium battery
*When the lithium battery
becomes weak or dead please
contact your local dealer. The
batteries have to be dealt with
as chemical waste.
WARNING:
LITHIUM BATTERYMUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY.
Notices and Safety Instructions
Notices regarding the hand strap
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✤ To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is left in
STANDBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes.
5 minutes off timer in STANDBY mode
✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better
recording. (see page 19)
✤ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly,
the buckle may be damaged.
Note
: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only.
✤ To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When playing back the pictures,
if they are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads
with a dry type cassette cleaner.
✤ Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. It may damage the video heads. (see page 55)
Notices regarding video head cleaning
Notices and Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
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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.
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the CAMCORDER is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS:
All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:
All operating and maintenance instructions should
be followed.
5. CLEANING:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.
6. ATTACHMENTS:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be
hazardous.
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)
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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/NFPANo. 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 antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
See figure below.
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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14. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during
a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due
to lightning and power-line surges.
15. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
16. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this
CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out a part
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the
CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit
and have it checked by a technician before use.
18. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER
yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions, adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the CAMCORDER to its normal
operation.
e.If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct
change in performance, this indicates a
need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer and having the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that
the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
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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.
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Features
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Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back.
BLC
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BLC: Back Light Compensation.
When you record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background,
use the BLC function. (see page 37)
DSE (Digital Special Effects)
The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by adding various special effects.
(see page 40)
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to adjust to the type of scene
to be filmed. (see page 38)
22x High ratio zoom lens
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture.
For more professional recordings, use the zoom function. (see page 31)
Digital Zoom
Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. (see page 32)
Macro
The macro function allows you to record your subject at close range.
You have to adjust the zoom fully wide for macro recording. (see page 31)
EASY
This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 34)
Multi PLAYBACK (PAL60)
PAL60 is a special output signal format with which a tape recorded on this camcorder (NTSC format) can
be viewed on a PALTV.
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Front View
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1. Lens (see page 61)
2. EDIT (REW)
EDIT works in STANDBY mode.
(see page 27)
REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)
3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT)
PLAY/STILLworks in PLAYER mode.
(see page 51)
LIGHT works in CAMERA mode.
4. EDIT (FF)
EDIT works in STANDBY mode.
(see page 27)
FF works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)
5. DATE/TIME(STOP)
DATE/TIME works in CAMERAmode.
(see page 42)
STOP works in PLAYER mode. (see page 51)
6. TAPE EJECT (see page 25)
Use when ejecting the tape.
7. EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)
8. MIC
MIC works in CAMERA mode.
9. CUSTOM
CUSTOM works in CAMERA mode.
10. EASY
EASY works in CAMERA mode.
11. VIDEO LIGHT
3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT)
4. EDIT (FF)
5. DATE/TIME (STOP)
7. EVF (CVF for SCW62)
9. CUSTOM
2. EDIT (REW)
6. TAPE EJECT
11. VIDEO LIGHT
1. LENS
8. MIC
10. EASY
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
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12. BATTERY EJECT
13. MENU ON/OFF (see page 42)
MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and
PLAYER mode.
14. ENTER (MF) (see page 42)
ENTER works in MENU mode.
MF works in CAMERA mode.
15. UP/DOWN dial (see page 42)
UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode.
16. PROGRAM AE (see page 38)
PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in
CAMERA mode.
17. DSE (see page 40)
DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode.
18. BLC (see page 37)
BLC works in CAMERA mode.
19. FADE
FADE works in CAMERAmode.
(see page 46)
20. DC Jack
21. Recharging Indicator
22. S-VIDEO out
23. Lithium Battery (see page 20)
Side View
23. Lithium Battery
13. MENU ON/OFF
12. BATTERY EJECT
14. ENTER (MF)
15. UP/DOWN Dial
20. DC Jack
21. Recharging Indicator
22. S-VIDEO out
16. P.AE
18. BLC
19. FADE
17. DSE
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Rear View
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24. ZOOM (see page 32)
25. Cassette Compartment
26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 20)
27. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 50)
28. LENS cap
29. Hand Strap (see page 19)
30. POWER Switch (see page 22)
- CAMERA : Select to record.
- OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder.
- PLAYER :Select to play back.
31. START/STOP (see page 26)
START/STOP works in CAMERA mode.
32. Battery pack compartment (see page 22)
33. D.ZOOM (see page 32)
D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode.
24. ZOOM
25. Cassette
Compartment
27. AUDIO/VIDEO out
28. LENS cap
29. Hand Strap
33. D.ZOOM
26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap
31. START/STOP
32. Battery pack compartment
30. POWER Switch
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
OSD (On Screen Display)
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✤ You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off.
✤ The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is
turned off.
✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor.
OSD in CAMERA mode
OSD in PLAYER mode
a. Zoom position (see page 32)
Indicates zoom position.
b. PB DSE
Shows that the PB DSE mode is active.
c. Battery level (see page 24)
Indicates the power left in the battery.
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d. Manual Focus (see page 36)
Indicates manual focus is on.
Auto Focus is not displayed.
e. BLC (see page 37)
Indicates BLC is activated.
f. Program AE (see page 38)
Indicates Program AE mode is
activated. ( , , , , )
g. EASY & CUSTOM
Shows when the easy or custom mode
is active.
h. LIGHT
Shows when the Light is switched on.
i. Date (see page 42)
Indicates the date of the recording.
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OSD (On Screen Display)
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j. Time (see page 42)
Indicates the time you are recording.
k. Title (see page 44)
Indicates the recorded title you have set.
It is superimposed on the scene.
l. Self diagnosis (see page 57)
(TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the Camcorder.
m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 40)
Indicates the DSE mode is activated.
The operation modes are SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC,
WIDE(16:9) and CINEMA.
n. Tape counter
Indicates amount of the tape used.
o. Operation mode
Indicates the operation mode is activated.
The operation modes are STBY, REC, STOP, PLAY, FF, REW, EJECT.
p. DEW condensation (see page 60)
Monitors the moisture condensation.
q. Digital zoom (see page 32)
Indicates digital zoom is activated.
r. White Balance mode (see page 47)
Indicates the White Balance mode is activated.
The White Balance modes are AUTO, INDOOR and OUTDOOR.
s. Hi8
Indicates the use of the Hi8 tape in recording or playing back modes.
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder
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Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
Basic Accessories
1. AC Power Adapter. (see page 21)
2. AC cord. (see page 21)
3. Battery Pack. (see page 22)
4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 50)
5. Shoulder strap. (see page 20)
6. Instruction Book.
7. Lithium Battery for Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025, see page 20)
Optional Accessories
8. Cassette. (see page 25)
9. Carrying Case.
10. S-VIDEO Cable. (see page 51)
1. AC Power Adapter
AD44-00038A
AD39-40200A
2. AC cord 3. Battery Pack
5. Shoulder Strap
4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable
6. Instruction Book
7. Lithium Battery
Video Camcorder
8mm
9. Carrying Case
8. Cassette
AD43-10130H
AD39-00028A
AD63-00202A
AD43-00065A
AD69-00001A
10. S-VIDEO Cable
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Preparing
Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap
Hand Strap
✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording.
✤ The hand strap enables you to:
- Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.
- Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand.
1. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release
the Hand Strap, adjust its length and stick it
back onto the Hand Strap cover.
2. Close the Hand Strap cover back up again.
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Preparing
Shoulder Strap
✤ The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder with complete safety.
1. Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on
the camcorder.
2. Put the end of each strap through the buckle,
adjust the length of the strap, then pull it tight in
the buckle.
✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title 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 8~10 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.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.
1. Take out the holder from the lithium battery
compartment.
2. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward
the bottom of the holder.
3. Reinsert the holder into the lithium battery
compartment.
Note:
If the holder is inserted in the wrong direction,
it will not fit correctly.
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arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children. Should the battery be
swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
Lithium Battery Installation
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