Samsung Electronics Co 04GAMMA2 DIGITAL CAMCORDER User Manual scd6050 01

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd DIGITAL CAMCORDER scd6050 01

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Users Manual 1

ENGLISHELECTRONICS*Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Pagehttp://www.samsungusa.com AD68-00616BTHIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:SERVICE DIVISION400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG(1-800-726-7864)
ENGLISHDigital Video CamcorderOwner’s Instruction ManualBefore operating the unit, please read thisinstruction manual thoroughly, and retain it forfuture reference. AF Auto FocusCCD Charge Coupled DeviceLCD Liquid Crystal DisplaySCD6050ELECTRONICSUS PATENT 4415844
ENGLISHNotices and Safety InstructionsNotices and Safety Instructions1. READ INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before theCAMCORDER is operated.2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for futurereference.3. HEED WARNINGS:All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operating instructionsshould 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 notuse liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.6. ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments not recommended by th CAMCORDER productmanufacturer 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 wetbasement, 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 achild or adult, and serious damage to the unit.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by themanufacturer or sold with the CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unitshould follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mountingaccessory recommended by the manufacturer.A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quickstops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the applianceand cart combination to overturn.PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanyingthis product.To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug towide slot and fully insert.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRICSHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVECOVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
ENGLISHNotices and Safety Instructions9. VENTILATION:Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensurereliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it fromoverheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Neverplace your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface:on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER should not beplaced in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless properventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have beenadhered to.10. POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of powersource indicated on the label.If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult yourappliance dealer or local power company. ACAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or otherwources, 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 theplug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace youroutlet. 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 bewalked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, playingparticular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and thepoint 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 someprotection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, providesinformation with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supportingstructure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure,grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-inwire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors,location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodesand requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure below.ELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENTGROUNDCLAMPANTENNALEAD IN WIREANTENNADASCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ENGLISHFunctions14. 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 ofoverhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it canfall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antennasystem, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such powerlines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.16. OVERLOADINGDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in arisk of fire or electric shock.17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openingsas they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that couldresult in a fire or electric shock.Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should spillageoccur, 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 orother hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing toqualified 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 theCAMCORDER.c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following theoperating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered bythee operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls mayresult in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has beendamaged.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 hasused replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having thesame characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or otherhazards.21. SAFETY CHECK:Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask theservice technician to perform safety checks to determine that theCAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
ENGLISHFunctions22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do notexpose this appliance to rain or moisture.23. If this power supply is used at 240V AC, a suitable plug adapter shouldbe use.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention toArticle 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and,in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry aspractical.USER INSTALLER CAUTION:Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if youmake changes or modifications not expressly approved by this partyresponsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.NOTE:"Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUSTBE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE ORFEDERAL LAWS"NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto 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 whichthe receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and foradditional suggestions.The user may find the following booklet prepared by the FederalCommunications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TVInterference Problems."This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.FCC WarningThe user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.FCC ID: A3L04DELTA2This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.Operations is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired opration.
ENGLISHContents22Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8Quick Start .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9Features ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ................................................................................................................................................................ 16Basic Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16Front & Left View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17Rear & Left View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18Rear & Right View ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19Rear & Bottom View ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20Remote Control ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) .................................................................................................................................................... 22OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes ........................................................................................................................................................ 23Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ........................................................................................................................................................ 24How to Use the Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................................................ 25Battery Installation for the Remote Control .......................................................................................................................................................... 25Self Timer Recording using the Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................. 25Adjusting the Hand Strap .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 26Hand strap ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26Shoulder strap.........................................................................................................................................................................................................26Connecting a Power Source ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 27Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable ................................................................................................................................................ 27Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .......................................................................................................................................................................... 28Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ................................................................................................................................................................ 28Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ......................................................................................................... 29Battery Level Display ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30The Camcorder : Preparation 25Notes and Safety Instructions 10Getting to Know Your Device 15Start 8
ENGLISHContents33Setting the Power Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 31Using the 5-Way Button and the Mode Dial ............................................................................................................................................................... 32Adjusting the LCD Monitor ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 33Adjusting the LCD in REC Mode ......................................................................................................................................................................... 33Adjusting the LCD in PLAY Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................ 33Using the Viewfinder ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 34Adjusting the Focus ................................................................................................................................................................................................34Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker.........................................................................................................................................................35Using the MENU ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 38Setting the DATE/TIME ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 39Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE). .................................................................................................................... 40Setting the Beep Sound .........................................................................................................................................................................................41Setting the OSD Language ....................................................................................................................................................................................41Viewing the DEMONSTRATION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 42Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY) ................................................................................ 43Setting the DATE / TIME Display ......................................................................................................................................................................... 44Using EASYQ Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 46Auto Focusing ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46Manual Focusing ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................................................................ 47Zooming In and Out .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................. 48Inserting a Cassette ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 48Ejecting a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 48Protecting a Cassette ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 49Making Your First Recording .................................................................................................................................................................................... 50Recording Video ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50Record Search (REC SEARCH) .......................................................................................................................................................................... 51Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ......................................................................................................................... 52The Camcorder : Basic Recording 48The Camcorder : Functions 38
ENGLISH44Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ................................................................................................................................... 53Setting the PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 54Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) .......................................................................................................................... 55Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) ........................................................................................................................................ 56Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ................................................................................................................................................................. 57Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE) ....................................................................................................................................... 58Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 59Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ...................................................................................................................................................... 60Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use ......................................................................................................................................................... 61Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 62Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ............................................................................................................................................................ 63Setting the Slow Shutter Speed ................................................................................................................................................................................ 64NITE PIX ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65POWER NITE PIX ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66Setting the Shutter Speed and Exposure ................................................................................................................................................................ 67Using the Fade In / Out Function .............................................................................................................................................................................. 68Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................... 69DATE/TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 69WL.REMOTE( ) ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 69DIS( ) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 69DSE (Digital Special Effects) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 70PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70WHT.BALANCE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70SHUTTER / EXPOSURE ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 71Taking Photos ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 72Various Recording Techniques ................................................................................................................................................................................. 73Playing Back a Recorded Tape ................................................................................................................................................................................. 74Various Functions in PLAY modes ............................................................................................................................................................................ 75Playback Pause .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 75Picture Search – Forward/Reverse ...................................................................................................................................................................... 75ContentsThe Camcorder : Playback 74The Camcorder : Advanced Recording 53
Slow Playback – Forward/Reverse ...................................................................................................................................................................... 75X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ............................................................................................................................................................................76Frame Advance – Frame by Frame .................................................................................................................................................................... 76Searching Still Images ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 77Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording............................................................................................................................................. 78Dubbing the Sound ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 78Playing Dubbed Sound .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 79Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ............................................................................................................................................... 80PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback ...................................................................................................... 81PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ..................................................................................................................................................................... 82Using the Memory Card ...............................................................................................................................................................................................83Memory Card Functions .......................................................................................................................................................................................83Inserting a Memory Card ......................................................................................................................................................................................84Ejecting a Memory Card .......................................................................................................................................................................................84Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip..............................................................................................................................................85Numbering Stored Pictures..........................................................................................................................................................................................86Setting the Picture Quality............................................................................................................................................................................................87Setting the Picture Size................................................................................................................................................................................................88Setting the Menu Language.........................................................................................................................................................................................89Setting the LCD Brightness..........................................................................................................................................................................................90Setting the Clock ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................91Setting the IMPRINT Option ........................................................................................................................................................................................92Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE).............................................................................................................................93Using the Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................................................94Taking and Viewing Your First Photo ..........................................................................................................................................................................96Taking Still Images: AUTO Mode..........................................................................................................................................................................96Taking Still Images: EASYQ Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................96Viewing Still Images..............................................................................................................................................................................................97ENGLISHContents55The Camera : Preparation 83The Camera : Functions 86The Camera : Basic Picture Taking 96
Viewing a Single Still Image .................................................................................................................................................................................97Viewing a Slide Show ...........................................................................................................................................................................................98Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review.....................................................................................................................................................99Deleting Recorded Pictures .......................................................................................................................................................................................100Deleting One Image in Single Image View ........................................................................................................................................................100Deleting Multiple Images in Multiple Image View ..............................................................................................................................................101Delayed Shooting – Self Timer ..................................................................................................................................................................................102Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera.......................................................................................................................................................103Recording a Motion Clip (MPEG) onto a Memory Card....................................................................................................................................104Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG)...........................................................................................................................................................................105Setting the Focus .......................................................................................................................................................................................................106Using the Built-In Flash ..............................................................................................................................................................................................107Setting the Focus Modes ...........................................................................................................................................................................................108Auto Focus Mode................................................................................................................................................................................................108Manual Focus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................................................................108Continuous Auto Focus Mode ............................................................................................................................................................................109Macro Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................................................110Setting the Exposure ..................................................................................................................................................................................................111Locking the Auto Exposure: AE LOCK ...............................................................................................................................................................111Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE .............................................................................................................112SCENE (Program AE) Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes.........................................................................................................................113Manual Exposure Compensation........................................................................................................................................................................114Setting the Aperture ............................................................................................................................................................................................115Setting the Shutter Speed...................................................................................................................................................................................116Setting the ISO Sensitivity..........................................................................................................................................................................................117Setting the White Balance..........................................................................................................................................................................................118Setting the Preset White Balance.......................................................................................................................................................................118Setting the Manual White Balance .....................................................................................................................................................................119Using Digital Special Effects ......................................................................................................................................................................................120Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing.........................................................................................................................................121Taking Multiple Images Using Continuous Shot........................................................................................................................................................122Setting the Sharpness................................................................................................................................................................................................123ENGLISH66The Camera : Advanced Techniques 106
Using the Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................................................................................................124Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu...............................................................................................................................................................125Memorizing Your Current Settings......................................................................................................................................................................125Loading Your Customized Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................126Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image .....................................................................................................................................127Zooming & Trimming Recorded Pictures (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing............................................................................................................128Zooming the Picture............................................................................................................................................................................................128Trimming the Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................128Rotating a Stored Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................129Resizing a Stored Picture ..........................................................................................................................................................................................130Protecting Stored Pictures .........................................................................................................................................................................................131Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ...........................................................................................................................................................133Printing Your Pictures – Using the DPOF..................................................................................................................................................................137Connecting to Other Devices – TV and VCR............................................................................................................................................................138Connecting to Other Devices – PC............................................................................................................................................................................144Connecting to a PC using DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable...................................................................................................................................144Connecting to a PC using USB cable ................................................................................................................................................................146Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder .................................................................................................................................................................149After Using Your Camcorder...............................................................................................................................................................................149Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...................................................................................................................................................150Using Your Camcorder Abroad ..................................................................................................................................................................................151Trouble Shooting ........................................................................................................................................................................................................152Self Diagnosis Display ........................................................................................................................................................................................152ENGLISH77Miscellaneous Information 133Specifications 155INDEX 157Warranty 159Troubleshooting 152Maintenance 149
ENGLISHStart88Precautions on Camcorder CarePlease note the following precautions for use:Please keep your device in a safe place. This device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children.Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction.Do not aim the device at the sun while looking through the viewfinder; this may cause permanent damage to your eyes.To avoid electric shock, do not touch your device or power cable with wet hands.Do not use the flash close to another’s eyes. The flash emits a strong that may cause damage similar to direct sunlighton one’s eyesight. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 3feet from your subject.If the device is out of order, please consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service facility. Disassembling thedevice yourself may cause irrecoverable damage which will be difficult to repair.Clean the body with a dry, soft cloth. Use a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution for removing stains. Do notuse any type of solvent, especially benzenes, as they may seriously damage the finish.Keep your device away from rain and saltwater. After using, clean the device. Saltwater may cause the parts to corrode.For better quality, please use (CAMERA) mode when taking still images.(Image quality of (CAMERA) mode is betterthan CAMCORDER mode.)“Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OFACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.”Note
ENGLISHStart99Quick StartThis device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and therefore provides a variety offunctions. Please read this manual in its entirety.Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order:1. Install the battery pack. Insert a cassette (refer to page48).2. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot (refer topage 83).3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable tothe camcorder.4. Set your device to Camcorder mode or (Camera) modeby setting the Power Switch (refer to page 31).5. Press the START/STOP button to record a video, or pressthe PHOTO button to record a still picture.6. When finished, set the Power Switch to OFF.OFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFOFF135START/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPSTART/STOPPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTOPHOTO246
ENGLISHNotes and Safety Instructions1010Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD ScreenDo not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor.Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder.1. LCD monitor is closed.2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor.3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top.4. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the front.5. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the left.6. Recording with the LCD monitor closed.135246
Television programs, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorizedrecording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws.All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with yourSamsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.For Example:Entering or leaving a heated place on a cold day might cause condensation inside the product.To prevent condensation, place the product in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to a sudden change intemperature.2. If the (DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with thecassette compartment opened and the battery is removed.1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F).For example, in a parked closed car in summer or exposed to direct sunlight.2. Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain, saltwater, or any other form of moisture. Theproduct will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high levels of moisture.ENGLISHNotes and Safety Instructions1111Notes Regarding the CAMCORDERNotices Regarding COPYRIGHTNotes Regarding Moisture Condensation
ENGLISHNotes and Safety Instructions1212Notes Regarding the Battery PackMake sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.If your device is in Camcorder modes, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with atape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.Make sure that the battery pack is attached firmly in place.The new battery pack provided with the product is not charged.Before using the battery pack, you need to fully charge it.Do not drop the battery pack. Dropping the battery pack may damage it.It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD monitor when recording for long periods, because the LCDmonitor consumes more battery power.Fully discharging a Lithium-Ion battery damages the internal cells. The battery pack may be prone to leakage when fullydischarged.To avoid damage to the battery pack, make sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.Batteries must be disposed of as chemical waste.Be careful not to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder.
ENGLISHNotes and Safety Instructions1313To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shaped distortsplayback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with adry type cleaning cassette.Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor).1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing directly towards the sun.Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when setting the camcorder in a sunny place or near awindow exposed to sunlight.2. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder.3. Applying excessive force to the viewfinder may damage it.1. The LCD monitor has been manufactured using the high precision technology.However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in color) thatappear on the LCD monitor.These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture inany way.2. When you use the LCD monitor under direct sunlight or outdoors,it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly. If this occurs, werecommend using the viewfinder.3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor.Notes Regarding Video Head CleaningNotes Regarding the LensNotes Regarding the Electronic ViewfinderNotes Regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ Using the LCD
ENGLISHNotes and Safety Instructions1414Notes Regarding the Hand StrapTo ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is properly adjusted.Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed.2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will flash for about five seconds when you setthe Power Switch to REC (RECORD) mode.Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell
ENGLISH1515Supports IEEE 1394 Digital Data TransferBy incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used totransmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making itpossible to produce or edit various images.Unique Style & Free Style ShootingAn integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with aflip of the Power Switch, ensuring comfortable and easy recording.High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera)Employing 5 Mega Pixels CCD, a maximum resolution of 2592x1944 is available.Digital ZoomAllows the user to magnify an image up to 900x (Camcorder Mode) or 12x (Camera Mode) its original size.Color TFT LCDAhigh-resolution color TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordingsimmediately.Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)The DIS compensates for any natural shaking movements, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnifications.Various Digital EffectsThe DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows the user to give the film a special look by adding various special effects.MULTI OSD LANGUAGEYou can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, Potuguese, German and Italian.Various Scene (Program AE) ModesThe SCENE modes enable you to easily alternate the shutter speed and aperture settings to suit the type of scene/actionbeing filmed.NITE PIXThe NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.USB Interface for Digital Image Data TransferYou can transfer still images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.Supports Various Memory Card TypesMultimedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital Memory Card (SD Card), Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Pro memory cardsare supported.Supports DPOF & PictBridge Printing AidDPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) and PictBridge interfaces are supported. By using these features, you can print yourstill images without using a PC using a printer that supports these features.ENGLISHGetting to Know Your DeviceFeatures
ENGLISH1616Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack2. AC Power Adapter3. AC Power Cord4. Multi AV Cable5. Instruction Book6. Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock7. Shoulder Strap8. USB Cable9. Software CD10. Remote Control11. Memory Stick12. Lens CoverENGLISHGetting to Know Your DeviceAccessories Supplied with the CamcorderBasic Accessories1. Lithium Ion Battery pack(AD43-00128A)3. AC Power Cord(AD39-00076A)4. Multi AV Cable(AD39-00099A)10. Remote Control (AD59-00085A)13. MiniDV Cassette Tape8. USB Cable(AD39-00073A)7. Shoulder strap(AD72-00050A)5. Instruction Book2. AC Power Adapter(AA-E8-00090A)11. Memory Stick(1109-001222)12. Lens Cover(AD97-07250B)9. Software CD6. Lithium battery forRemote Control andClock (CR2025 type)(AD043-10130H)
ENGLISH1717Getting to Know Your DeviceFront & Left View1Built-in MIC2Built-in Flash3Camcorder Lens4Camera Lens5Focus Button MF/AF6Mode Dial for Camera7Display button85-way Button9Menu button10 EasyQ button11 LCD open12 Remote Signal Receiver13 Charge Indicator14 Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume)1. Built-in MIC2. Built-in Flash3. Camcorder Lens4. Camera Lens5. Focus Button MF/AF6. Mode Dial for Camera7. Display button8. 5-way Button9. Menu button10. EasyQ button11. LCD open12. Remote Signal Receiver13. Charge Indicator14. Navigation Wheel (QuickMenu / Focus / Volume)
ENGLISH1818Getting to Know Your DeviceRear & Left View1PLAY/STILL (FADE)2STOP (BLC)3REW4Multiple Display5Delete6FF7Built-in Speaker8USB Cable Jack9DV Cable Jack10 Multi AV Cable Jack11 DC Power in Jack12 Viewfinder13 Battery Release11. DC Power in Jack10. Multi AV Cable Jack9. DV Cable Jack8. USB Cable Jack7. Built-in Speaker6. FF5. Delete4. Multiple Display3. REW 2. STOP (BLC)1. PLAY/STILL (FADE)12. Viewfinder13. Battery Release
ENGLISH1919Getting to Know Your DeviceRear & Right View1PHOTO2FOCUS ADJUST3Power Switch4START/STOP5Hook for Shoulder Strap6SLOW SHUTTER7NITE PIX8ZOOM LEVER9External MIC input jack10 Memory Card Slot11 Hand Strap1. PHOTO2. FOCUS ADJUST3. Power Switch4. START/STOP5. Hook for Shoulder Strap8. ZOOM LEVER7. NITE PIX6. SLOW SHUTTER9. External MIC input jack10. Memory Card Slot11. Hand strap
ENGLISH2020Getting to Know Your DeviceRear & Bottom View1Hook for shoulder strap2Battery Release3Tripod Receptacle4Tape Eject Slide Button5Lithium Battery Holder6Hook for Shoulder Strap7Hook for Hand Strap1. Hook for shoulder strap2. Battery Release3. Tripod Receptacle4. Tape Eject Slide Button5. Lithium Battery Holder6. Hook for Shoulder Strap7. Hook for Hand StrapMemory Card slotMemory StickMemory Stick PROSD/MMC(Usable MEMORY CARDs)
ENGLISH2121Getting to Know Your DeviceRemote Control1PHOTO2START/STOP3SELF TIMER4ZERO MEMORY5PHOTO SEARCH6A.DUB7(FF)8(REW)9(PLAY)10 DIRECTION( ,)11 F.ADV12 (STOP)13 (STILL)14 (SLOW)15 DATE/TIME16 X217 ZOOM18 DISPLAYSTART/STOPSELFTIMERA.DUBBRM-D2AEZEROMEMORYPHOTO DISPLAYX2SLOW PHOTOSEARCHDATE/ TIMEF.ADV1. PHOTO2. START/STOP3. SELF TIMER4. ZERO MEMORY5. PHOTO SEARCH6. A.DUB7. (FF)8. (REW)9. (PLAY)10. DIRECTION( ,) 11. F.ADV13. (STILL)14. (SLOW)15. DATE/TIME16. X217. ZOOM18. DISPLAY12. (STOP)
ENGLISH2222Getting to Know Your DeviceOSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes)1. Battery Level (refer to page 30)2. EasyQ Mode (refer to page 45)3. Slow Shutter (refer to page 64)4. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 58)5. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (refer to page 63)6. SCENE (Program AE) Mode (refer to page 53)7. White Balance Mode (refer to page 55)8. Manual Focus (refer to page 46)9. POWER NITE PIX (refer to page 66)10. Zoom Position (refer to page 56)11. Shutter Speed and Exposure (refer to page 67)12. NITE PIX (refer to page 65)13. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 39)14. USB (refer to page 146)15. WL.REMOTE (refer to page 40)16. Wind Cut (refer to page 62)17. Audio Recording Mode (refer to page 61)18. Message Line19. Zero Memory Indicator (refer to page 80)20. Remaining Tape (Measured in Minutes)21. Tape Counter22. Operating Mode23. Record Speed Mode (refer to page 60)24. PHOTO mode25. Self recording and Waiting timer (refer to page 25)26. DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) (refer to page 57)27. PB DSE (refer to page 81)28. Audio Playback Channel (refer to page 79)29. Volume Control (refer to page 35)30. DV IN (DV data transfer mode) (refer to page 144)31. DEW (refer to page 11)32. PB ZOOM (refer to page 82)OSD in REC modeOSD in PLAY modeTAPE !NITE PIXMIRRORMF PSHUTTERZOOMSHUTTEREXPOSUREEXPOSUREEASY M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 5 5 min1 6 bit1 2 : 0 0 AM O C T. 1 0 , 2 0 0 4RECS 1 / 30TWBLC. . . D123456781011926 25 24 23 2221201917161514131218. . . DSOUND [ 2 ]MIRROR8 . 0 XPB ZOOM0 : 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 5 5 min1 6 bit1 2 : 0 0 AM O C T . 1 0 . 2 0 0 4VOL. [ 1 1 ]DVTAPE !273228 313029
ENGLISH2323Getting to Know Your DeviceOSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes1. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30)2. Camera Mode (refer to page 32)3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 120)4. Flash Modes (refer to page 107)5. Self recording and Waiting timer (refer to page 102)6. Macro Mode (refer to page 110)7. SPOT AE Mode (refer to page 112)8. Card (Memory Card Type) Indicator (refer to page 83)9. AE LOCK (refer to page 111)10. Manual Focus (refer to page 108)11. Focus Area12. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 91)13. Exposure Compensation (refer to page 114)14. White Balance Mode (refer to page 118)15. ISO Sensitivity (refer to page 117)16. Sharpness (refer to page 123)17. Image Quality (refer to page 87)18. Image Size (refer to page 88)19. Image counter20. Level Zoom Indicator 21. PLAY Mode (refer to page 97)22. Motion Clip Indicator 23. Message Line24. Erase Protection Indicator (refer to page 131)25. Card (Memory Card Type) Indicator (refer to page 83)26. Current Image counter27. Image counter- Current still image / Total number of recordable still images28. Print Mark29. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30)OSD in CAMERA modeISOISO4009999999925922592SD01:00 PM01:0 0 PM2004.01.012004 .01.01MFBWALAOSD in CAMERA PLAY modeNO IMAGE !99992 2 / 2 4 0SD1422011513272617161819345671110981229 282524212223
ENGLISH2424Getting to Know Your DeviceTurning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / OffTurning the OSD on / offPress the DISPLAY button.1. Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off2. When you turn the OSD off,In REC / (CAMERA) modes: The STBY, REC, EASYQ modes are always displayed on the LCD monitor even when the OSD is turned off and key input is displayed for 3 seconds before disappearing.In PLAY mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds before it disappears.Turning the DATE/TIME on / off1. The DATE/TIME is not affected when the DATE/TIME function is switched ON or OFF.2. To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode(refer to page 44).3. You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME on or off (refer to page 44).(Only in REC / (CAMERA) modes)You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:You purchase the camcorderDATE/TIME indicator flashes for about five seconds when you set the PowerSwitch to REC modeEnsure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and –markings.Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children. Should any battery beswallowed, consult a doctor immediately.Battery Installation for the Internal ClockWarning
ENGLISH2525The Camcorder : PreparationHow to Use the Remote ControlYou need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:You purchase the camcorderThe remote control does not workEnsure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and –markings.Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording beginsautomatically after 10 seconds.1. Turn on your device by setting the Power Switch to REC or (CAMERA)mode.2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed onthe LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.3. Press the START/STOP button for video or the PHOTO button for still imagesto start the timer.After 10 seconds, recording or photography begins.Press the START/STOP button again when you want to stop recording.Battery Installation for the Remote ControlSelf Timer Recording Using the Remote ControlSTART/STOPSELFTIMERA.DUBBRM-D2AEZEROMEMORYPHOTO DISPLAYX2SLOW PHOTOSEARCHDATE/ TIMEF.ADVSELF TIMER
ENGLISH2626The Camcorder : PreparationAdjusting the Hand StrapIt 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 START/STOP, and PHOTO button without having to change theposition of your hand.1. Pull open the Hand Strap to release the Hand Strap.2. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap.The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorderaround in complete safety.1. Insert the end of Shoulder Strap into the Shoulder StrapHook on the camcorder.Insert the other end of the strap into the ring attached tothe Hand Strap.2. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length of thestrap and then pull it tight in the buckle.Be sure to secure the shoulder strap. Improper threading of theshoulder strap may result in serious damage if the camcorder dropsand hits a hard surface.Hand StrapShoulder StrapNote1122
ENGLISH2727The Camcorder : PreparationConnecting a Power SourceThere are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder.-The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings.-The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings.1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord.2. Connect the AC Power Cord to a wall socket.The plug and wall socket type may differ according toyour country of residence.3. Plug in the DC jack of the AC Power Adapter into thePower In jack of your camcorder.4. Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to the REC / PLAY,or (CAMERA) modes.Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC CableNote
ENGLISH2828The Camcorder : PreparationUsing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack1. Attach the Battery Pack to the device.2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC Power Cord and connect the AC Power Cord to awall outlet.3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the device.4. Turn the device off and the charging indicator will start to flash, showing that the battery ischarging.5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery packand the AC Power Adapter from the device.The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:-The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.-How often the Zoom / flash is used.-Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD monitor etc.).-Ambient temperature.It is recommended to have additional battery packs available.Even when the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.Fully discharging the Lithium battery pack is not required since there is no memory effect.For prolonged use of the Battery Pack, remove the Battery Pack from the camcorder after use/charging.Blinking time Charging rateOnce 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 off Error - Reset the battery pack and thefor another second DC cable Charging the Lithium Ion Battery PackNotesRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFOFF
ENGLISH2929The Camcorder : PreparationWhen you close the LCD monitor, it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on.The continuous recording times given in the table are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.The Battery Pack should be recharged in an environment between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).The Battery Pack should never be charged in a room with a 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 intemperatures above 104°F (40°C) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.Do not put the Battery Pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).Do not disassemble, apply pressure to or heat the Battery Pack.D not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery Pack to be short-circuited.It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or fire.NotesCharging Time Continuous Recording TimeLCD ON CVF ONSB-LS110SB-LS220Approx. 2HRApprox. 3HR 30MIApprox. 1HR 30MINApprox. 3HR 10MINApprox. 2HRApprox. 4HR 10MINBattery TimeTable of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type
ENGLISH3030The Camcorder : PreparationThe Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack.a. Fully Chargedb. 20 ~ 40% usedc. 40 ~ 80% usedd. 80 ~ 95% usede. Exhausted (flickers)(The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible)Acharge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has beencharged or not.Two colors are provided (red and grey). You may choose which one indicates charged andwhich indicates discharged.Please refer to the Table on page 29 for approximate continuous recording times.The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating instructionsare measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77°F (25°C). As the environmental temperature and conditions maydiffer from your actual use of the camcorder, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuousrecording times given in the instructions.NotesabcdeBattery Level DisplayTips for Battery Identification
ENGLISH3131The Camcorder : PreparationSetting the Power SwitchUse the Power Switch to select the working mode of the device.1. OFF mode: Turn the device off. To recharge the Battery Packattached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while thePower Switch is set to OFF.2. REC mode: Record onto a cassette tape3. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape4. (CAMERA) mode: Switches to Digital Still Camera mode and you cantake still images and save images on a memory card.Switching to (CAMERA) mode by setting the Power Switch will activate theDigital Still Camera Lens to pop out. Do not obstruct the lens when it is moving,as it may damage the mechanism.NoteOFFOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFF1234
ENGLISH3232The Camcorder : PreparationThe 5-way button is used to make a selection, and to move the cursor left, right, upand down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigatethe menu.The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes.1. LEFT button2. RIGHT button3. DOWN button4. UP button5. OK buttonTurn the Mode Dial to select a Camera mode by setting the desired mode to the selector as illustrated. Available Camera Modes are:(AUTO): Automatic Mode, sets automatically most of settings for the user’s convenienceSCENE: Preset Automatic Modes contains predefined settings for various situationsA: Aperture Priority ModeS: Shutter Speed Priority ModeM: Full Manual Mode, you can customize options to suit your needsMySET: Saves and Loads your frequent settings(Movie): Movie Mode, records motion clips into the memory card(PLAY): Playback ModeUsing the 5-Way Button and the Mode DialThe 5-Way ButtonThe Mode Dial12345SCENEASM
ENGLISH3333The Camcorder : PreparationAdjusting the LCD MonitorYour camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enablesyou to view directly what you are recording or playing back.Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors forexample), you can adjust:BRIGHT ADJUSTCOLOR ADJUST1. Set the Power Switch to REC mode.In PLAY mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is being played back.2. Open the LCD monitor. The LCD turns on.3. Press the MENU button.4. Press the DOWN button to select “VIEWER” and then press the OK button.5. Press the DOWN button to select “LCD ADJUST” and then press the OK button.6. Select an item you want to adjust using the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.7. Adjust the selected item by pressing the DOWN or UP button.Available adjustment range for “BRIGHT ADJUST” and “COLOR ADJUST” is 0 ~ 35.8. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen when you are finished.You can adjust the LCD during playbackThe adjustment method is the same as the above procedures for REC mode.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEAdjusting the LCD in REC ModeAdjusting the LCD in PLAY Mode
ENGLISH3434The Camcorder : PreparationUsing the ViewfinderThe viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open.Use the Focus Adjustment Knob on the viewfinder to provide myopic individuals with clearer images.1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the viewfinder.2. Use the Focus adjustment knob on the viewfinder to find the best picture.Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the viewfinder for a prolonged periods may be harmful, or causetemporary impairment.The viewfinder will work when the LCD is closed or facing the front.Adjusting the FocusNotes
ENGLISH3535The Camcorder : PreparationControlling the Sound from the Built-In SpeakerThe Built-In Speaker works only in PLAY mode.When you use the LCD monitor for playback, you can hear the recorded sound through the Built-In Speaker.Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute the speaker volume while in PLAY mode.Take the following steps to decrease/increase the volume or mute the sound while playing acassette on the camcorder.1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to play the tape.3. Once the tape is playing and you hear sound, use the Navigation Wheel to adjust the volume.The Volume Level Display will appear on the LCD monitor.Levels may be adjusted between 00 ~ 19. You will not hear any sound when the volume is setto 00.If you close the LCD while playing, you will hear no sound from the speaker.When the MULTI-AV cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the Built-In Speaker and cannot adjust the volume.The sound will return when you remove the connected Multi-AV cable from the jack of your camcorder.0 : 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 5 5 minVOL. [ 1 1 ]Notes
ENGLISH3636The Camcorder : PreparationUsing the MENUUse the MENU button to change or select recording settings and hardware functions.MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. It is easier to manipulate your device using theLCD monitor.MENU SUB MENU Functions PageINITIALCLOCK SET Setting the Time 38CAMERAA/V VIEWERRECPLAYUsing the Remote Control 40BEEP SOUND Play various sound effects 41LANGUAGE Selects OSD language 41DEMONSTRATION Demonstrates the camcorder functions 42PROGRAM AE Selecting the PROGRAM AE Function 53WHT.BALANCE Controls the White Balance 55D.ZOOM Controls the Digital Zoom 56DIS Sets the Digital Image Stabilizer on or off 57DSE SELECT Selects Digital Special Effects 58REC MODE Selects recording speed 60AUDIO MODE Selects the audio quality for recordings 61Removes Wind Noise 62PHOTO SEARCH Searches Still Images recorded in tape 77PB DSE Selecting Playback DSE 81AV IN/OUT Redirects the AV terminal 141AUDIO SELECT Selects the Sound tracks 79LCD ADJUST Setting the brightness and color of the LCD monitor 33DATE/TIME Setting the Date and Time 39TV DISPLAY Sets the OSD output to AV out on / off 43WL.REMOTEWIND CUT
ENGLISH3737The Camcorder : PreparationAvailable menu items according to the current mode are shown below.MENU SUB MENU REC ModeAvailable ModesPLAY ModeINITIALCLOCK SET (only without a tape)CAMERAA/V VIEWERRECPLAYWL.REMOTE BEEP SOUNDLANGUAGEDEMONSTRATIONPROGRAM AEWHT.BALANCED.ZOOMDIS DSE SELECTREC MODEAUDIO MODEWIND CUTPHOTO SEARCHPB DSEAV IN/OUTAUDIO SELECTLCD ADJUSTDATE/TIMETV DISPLAY
ENGLISH3838The Camcorder : FunctionsCLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLAY modes.The DATE/TIME information is automatically recorded with the video.1. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL” then press the OK button again.The CLOCK SET Menu is selected and the Year blinks.3. Set the current Year using the UP or DOWN button and then press the OK button.The Year is set, and the Month begins to blink.4. Set the current Month, Date and Time by following the same procedure.The word “COMPLETE!” appears and then automatically returns to the INITIAL SET Menu.5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.Aseparate Clock setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 91).NoteREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODESetting the Clock
ENGLISH3939The Camcorder : FunctionsDisplays the DATE / TIME on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a video.The DATE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLAY modes.1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “VIEWER” then press the OK button.The submenu including “DATE/TIME” is displayed.4. Press the DOWN button to select “DATE/TIME” then press the OK button.The options available for DATE/TIME display are listed.5. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.The selected option is applied.6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.Date and Time information is automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.The DATE/TIME will read “- - -” under the following conditions:During playback of a blank section of a tape.If the tape was recorded before setting the clock in Camcorder mode.When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead.Before setting the DATE/TIME, be sure to set the CLOCK. Refer to Setting the Clock in page 38.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODENotesSetting the DATE/TIME
ENGLISH4040The Camcorder : FunctionsThe WL.REMOTE menu works in both REC and PLAY modes.The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use inCamcorder modes.1. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”.The submenu including “WL.REMOTE” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “WL.REMOTE” then press the OK button.WL.REMOTE toggles between ON – OFF.4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.Aseparate Remote Control Setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 93).If you set the WL.REMOTE to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon will blink for 3 seconds on the LCDmonitor and then disappear.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODESetting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)Notes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4141The Beep Sound function works in Camcorder modes.1. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”.The submenu including “BEEP SOUND” displays3. Press the DOWN btton to select “BEEP SOUND” then press the OK button.BEEP SOUND toggles between ON – OFF.4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screenSelect the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Geman andItalian. The Language function works in Camcorder modes.1. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”.The submenu including “LANGUAGE” displays3. Press the DOWN button to select “LANGUAGE” then press the OK button.The available LANGUAGE options are listed.4. Select a language for OSD using the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.The OSD is refreshed in selected language.5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screenSeparate Language setting is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 89).REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODESetting the Beep SoundSetting the OSD LanguageNote
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4242The Demonstration automatically guides you through the major functions of your camcorder so that you may more easilytake advantage of all the features provided.The DEMONSTRATION is only available in Camcorder mode (when no tape is inside).The DEMONSTRATION operates repeatedly until DEMONSTRATION mode is switched OFF.1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “DEMONSTRATION” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “DEMONSTRATION” then press the OK button.DEMONSTRATION toggles between ON – OFF.4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen and the DEMONSTRATION will automaticallybigin.The DEMONSTRATION function only works when there is no TAPE inside the camcorder.The DEMONSTRATION mode is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes afterswitching to REC mode (when no tape has been inserted in the camcorder).If you press any other buttons during the DEMONSTRATION, it will temporarily stop and resume again after 10 minutes ofidle time.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODENotesViewing the DEMONSTRATION
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4343The TV DISPLAY function works in both REC and PLAY modes.You can select the output path for the OSD (On Screen Display).OFF: The OSD appears only on the LCD monitor and the CVF.ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, the CVF and the TV screen.Use the DISPLAY button located on the left side of the camcorder to turn On/Off all of the OSD for the LCD/CVF/TV.1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “VIEWER” then press the OK button.The submenu including “TV DISPLAY” is displayed.4. Press the DOWN button to select “TV DISPLAY”.“TV DISPLAY” menu item is highlighted.5. Select your option by pressing the OK button.Each press of the OK button toggles between ON and OFF.6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODETurning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY)
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4444Display the DATE / TIME on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a video. The DATE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLAY mode.Set your Power Switch to REC or PLAY mode for DATE / TIME setup.1. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed.2. Press DOWN button to select “VIEWER” then press the OK button.The submenu including “DATE/TIME” is displayed.3. Press DOWN button to select “DATE/TIME” then press the OK button.The options available for DATE/TIME display are listed.4. Select an option using the UP or DOWN button then press the OK button.The selected option is applied.5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.Date and Time information is automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.The DATE/TIME will read “- - -” under the following conditions:During playback of a blank section of a tape.If the tape was recorded before setting the clock in Camcorder mode.When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead.Before setting the DATE/TIME, be sure to set the CLOCK. Refer to Setting the Clock in page 38.Setting the DATE / TIME DisplayREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODENotes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4545Using EASYQ ModeEASYQ mode only works in REC or (CAMERA) modes.EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings.1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode.EASYQ will appear on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS .DATE/TIME will be displayed too if it has been previously set (refer to Setting the DATE/TIMEon page 39).3. Press the START/STOP or PHOTO button to start recording.Recording will begin when the red REC indicator appears on the screen.4. Press the EASYQ button again to turn EASYQ mode Off.The camcorder will return to the previous settings.EASYQ mode will not turn off during a recording. EASYQ mode setting is reset when the battery pack is removed from the camcorder.In EASYQ mode, certain functions including MENU, BLC, MF/AF are not available. If you want to take advantage of suchfunctions, turn EASYQ mode Off.mark is displayed in (CAMERA) modes instead of the ENotes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4646Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF)MF/AF mode only works in REC and (CAMERA) modes.In most situations, you will obtain the best results using AF (Auto Focus).Manual Focus may not be the optimum setting for everyday filming.Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions thatmake automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable.In REC mode, the camcorder will be set to Automatic Focus when the Camcorder isturned On. In (CAMERA) mode, pressing the PHOTO button halfway down willautomatically set the focus.In the following cases, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.a. A picture containing several objects where some objects are close to the camcorder and others arefarther 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 at an athletic event or in a crowd.1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the AF/MF button.MF icon is displayed on the LCD screen.3. Turn the Navigation Wheel to manually adjust the focus until the subject is sharp. If you can’tobtain clear focus on the subject, try turning the Navigation Wheel in the opposite direction.4. To return to AF (Auto Focus), press the AF/MF button again.MF icon disappears and the camcorder returns to Auto Focus mode.Manual Focus is not available in the EASYQ mode.Auto FocusingManual FocusingNote23
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Functions4747Zooming In and Out with the Digital ZoomYour camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a techniquethat lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps to createmore professional looking recordings. You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.Use these features for different shots.Please note that over-use of the Zoomfeature can lead to unprofessional lookingresults and faster consumption of batterypower.1. Move the zoom lever slowly for a gradualzoom; move it faster for a high-speed zoom.2. The subject will appear closer when you pullthe Zoom Lever toward the T (Tele) side.The subject appears farther away when you push the Zoom Lever toward the W (Wide) side.You can record a subject at least 3 feet away from the lens surface in the TELE position, or about 1/2 inch away from thelens surface in the WIDE position.Frequent use of zooming may result in faster battery power consumption.Slow and smooth manipulation of Zoom lever is a very useful technique when recording. Rapid zoom movement may causeunclear focusing, and produce motion in the clip that makes viewing uneasy.Refer to page 124 on Zooming for Camera use of this unit.Zooming In and OutNotesTELEWIDE1-1 1-2
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording4848Inserting and Ejecting a CassetteDo not apply excessive force when inserting a cassette or closing the cassette holder, as it maydamage the moving parts.Do not use any tapes other than MiniDV cassettes.1. Turn on your Camcorder then slide the TAPE EJECT button on the bottom of the camcorder andopen the cassette door until it clicks.The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward.2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and the protection tabtoward the top.3. Press the [PUSH] label on the cassette holder and wait until it clicks and goes back into place. Donot apply excessive force or pressure on the cassette holder. Do not forcibly push the cassettetray into the camcorder.The cassette is automatically loaded.4. Close the cassette door.1. Slide the TAPE EJECT button to open the Cassette holder and open the cassette door until itclicks.2. Remove the cassette tape, which is automatically ejected by pulling the cassette out.3. Press the [PUSH] label on the cassette holder and wait until it clicks and goes back into place.4. Close the cassette door.Cautions on Tape Storage: Avoid places with magnets or magnetic fields. Avoid humidity and dustprone places. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.Inserting a CassetteEjecting a CassetteNote
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording4949When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from beingaccidentally erased .a. Protecting a Cassette: Push the Write Protect Tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.b. Removing Cassette Protection:If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the Write Protect Tab back sothat it covers the hole.Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference for cassete tape storage. Electromagneticfields may affect the recordings.Avoid humid and dew prone places.Keep the cassette in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.Avoid dropping your cassette tapes.Protecting a CassetteNotesa. SAVEb. REC
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording5050Making Your First RecordingBefore you begin!-Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28)-Charge your battery (refer to page 28)-Set the Clock (refer to page 38)-Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 48)1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your subject on the screen.3. To Start recording, press the START/STOP button.The REC indicator is displayed on LCD.4. To Stop recording, press the START/STOP button again.The STBY indicator is displayed on LCD.If the Write Protection Tab on the cassette tape is set to protect, the “PROTECTION!” message appears on the screen.Release the Write Protection Tab to record.If the Lithium Ion battery is not installed, the DATE/TIME and the Tape Counter will not work properly.Detach the Battery Pack when you are finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.Recording VideoNotesOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFFOFF123
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording5151You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function while 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 either button presseddown.If you press the REC SEARCH - button just once while in STBY mode, your camcorder will playin reverse for 3 seconds and then automatically return to the original position.Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in Record Search mode.When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STBY under REC mode for more than 5 minutes without beingused, it will switch off automatically.To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off shortly and then set it back toREC mode.This Auto Power Cut feature is designed to save the battery power.Record Search (REC SEARCH)Note
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording5252Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD MonitorYou can monitor the recorded video on the LCD monitor.1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 48).3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle of the screen. Adjust the LCD Brightness or Color ifnecessary (refer to page 33).4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the desired viewing point.To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button. The camcorder will automatically stop rewindingwhen the tape is fully rewound.5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start the playback.You can view the recording on the LCD.To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button.You can also view the recording on a TV screen, by connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR (refer to page 138).For searching and viewing still images recorded onto tape, refer to page 77.Various functions are available in PLAY mode (refer to page 75).NotesOFFOFFOFFRECPLAYOFFOFF
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording5353Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE)The Program AE function works only in REC mode.The Program AE function works only in CAMCORDER mode. It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different recording conditions as well as allowing creativecontrol over the depth of field.The available Program AE modes are:AUTO Auto balance between the subject and background to get the best result. Suitable for most conditions. The shutter speedautomatically varies from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.SPORTS For recording fast moving people or objects. This mode is suitable for sports events, and recording the outside from the insideof a moving vehicle.PORTRAITFor focusing the background of a subject, when the background is out of focus. This mode is most effective when usedoutdoors. The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/1000 per second.SPOTLIGHT Compensates for a subject that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such asspotlights. It is suitable for recording indoor events such as concerts and school performances.SAND/SNOW SAND/SNOW mode creates good results when the ambient light is very strong such as on a beach shore or in the snow.HIGH S.SPEED High Shutter Speed mode. This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stableslowmotion playback. It is useful for slowmotion playback of fast moving objects such as a golf player’s swing.Program AE functions are not available in EASYQ mode.NITE PIX and Program AE cannot be used at the same time.Notes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording54541. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA” then press the OK button.The submenu including “PROGRAM AE” is displayed.4. Press the OK button to select “PROGRAM AE”.The available options are listed.5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.The selected option is applied.6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.The selected PROGRAM AE indicator appears on the LCD screen.No indicator will appear on the LCD screen when AUTO mode is selected.Setting the PROGRAM AENoteREC MODEREC MODEOFFRECPLAYOFFOFFOFFOFFREC MODEREC MODE
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording5555Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE)The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) determines color using color temperature, White Balance is a tool used to adapt videoequipment to the color temperature of the dominant light source in a given scene/environment. By adjusting the WhiteBalance, a white surface will again appear white in the recording no mater what the lighting situation.Both Auto and Preset White Balance are provided and will maintain optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.However, when using digital functions or in certain situations, you may get better results using the manual adjustment.AUTO : Automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.HOLD : Keeps the current White BalanceINDOOR : When the light source is standard indoor light bulbs.OUTDOOR : When recording outdoors on a sunny day.1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA” then press the OK button.The submenu including “WHT.BALANCE” is displayed.4. Press the DOWN button to select “WHT.BALANCE” then press the OK button.The available White Balance options are listed.AUTO – HOLD – INDOOR – OUTDOOR5. Select an option using the DOWN button then press the OK button.The selected option is applied.6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.WHT.BALANCE and NITE PIX modes cannot be used at the same time.WHT.BALANCE mode is not available in EASYQ mode.Turn the Digital Zoom off for more accurate White Balance setting.For normal outdoor recording, setting the White Balance to AUTO may provide the best results.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODENotes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording5656Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM)Your camcorder provides a 10x optical zoom. Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to900x when combined with the optical zoom.1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA” then press the OK button.The submenu including “D.ZOOM” is displayed.4. Press the DOWN button to select “D.ZOOM” then press the OK button.The available D.ZOOM options are listed.OFF – 100X – 200X – 400X – 900X5. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.The selected option is applied.Using the DIS function (refer to page 57) to obtain a more stable, clearer image when recordingusing the deep zoom.Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODExxxxREC MODEREC MODExNotes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording5757Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)The Digital Image Stabilizer works only in REC mode.DIS is a function that, within reasonable limits, compensates for shaking movements producedwhen filming hand-held. DIS provides a more stable image when:-Recording with deep Zooming-Recording a close up picture of a small object-Recording while walking, or moving-Recording through the window, from inside a vehicle1. Turn on your camcorder and Set the Power Switch to REC mode.2. Press the MENU button.The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA” then press the OK button.The submenu including “DIS ” is displayed.4. Press the DOWN button to select “DIS ” then press the OK button to toggle the DISmode between ON and OFF.5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.It is recommended to turn DIS mode Off when recording using a tripod.EASYQ mode automatically sets the DIS to ON.REC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODEREC MODENotes
ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording5858Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE)The Digital Special Effect function works only in REC mode.You can select various special effects using the Digital Special Effects menu.Digital effects enable you to give more creative look to your recordings. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type ofpicture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.Available Digital Special Effects:a. ARTArtistic effects on your video.b. MOSAICAMosaic overlay appears on your videoc. SEPIAChanges the colors to sepia tones, creating the look of old filmd. NEGAReverses the colors, creating the look of a negativee. MIRRORThis mode cuts the picture in half, using a Mirror effectf. BLK&WHTThis mode changes the images into Black and White.g. EMBOSSEmbossing effecth. CINEMACuts the top and bottom off to create a widescreen ratioi. MAKE-UPThis mode allows the image to be appear either Red, Green, Blue or Yellow in color.bdce fhgia

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