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[ ENGLISH _ Digital Video Camcorder Mini [ _ r _ SCD67 / D70 AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit , please read this instruction book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference . I US PATENT 4415844 I
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ENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions _ , his symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock . CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( OR BACK ) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE , REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and SERVICE PERSONNEL maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product . To prevent etectdc shock match wide blade of plug to w de sot and fu y nsert . 1 . READ INSTRUCTIONS : 7 . WATER AND MOISTURE : All the safety and operating instructions should be read Do not use this CAMCORDER near water ; before the CAMCORDER is operated . for example , near a bathtub , wash bowl , kitchen sink , laundry tub , in a wet basement , near a swimming pool or lake . 2 . RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS : 8 . ACCESSORIES : The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference . Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart , stand , tripod , bracket or table . The CAMCORDER may fall , causing serious injury to 3 . HEED WARNINGS : a child or adult , and serious damage to the unit . All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operatinginstructions Use only with a cart , stand , tripod , bracket , or table recommended by should be adhered to . the manufacturer or sold with the CAMCORDER . Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use 4 . FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS : All operating and maintenance instructions should be folIowed . a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer . 5 . CLEANING : A . An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care . Quick stops , excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before cleaning . Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners . appliance and cart combination to overturn . PORTABLE CART WARNING Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets . ( Symbol provided by RETAC ) 6 . ATTACHMENTS : Do not use attachments not recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be hazardous .
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ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions 9 . VENTILATION : 13 . OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROU NDING : Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from CAMCORDER , be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to overheating . These openings must not be blocked or covered . provide some protection against voltage surges and built - up static Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed , sofa , rug , or other similar charges , Section 810 of the National Electrical Code , ANSI / NFPA No . surface : on or near a radiator or heat register . 70 - 1984 , provides information with respect to proper grounding of the This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built - in installation such mast and supporting structure , grounding of the lead - in wire and as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the supporting structure , grounding of the mast and supporting structure , manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to . grounding of the lead - in wire to an antenna discharge unit , size of grounding to conductors , location of 10 . POWER SOURCES : antenna - discharge unit , connection to grounding electrodes and The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power requirements for the grounding electrode . source indicated on the label . See figure below . If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home , consult your appliance dealer or local power company . A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power , or other sources , refer to the operating instructions . 11 . GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION : This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized 2 - wire AC line plug ( a plug having one blade wider than the other ) or a 3 - wire grounding type plug , a plug having a third ( grounding ) pin . If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet , try reversing the plug . If the plug still fails to fit , contact your electrician to replace your outlet . Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug . 12 . POWER - CORD PROTECTION : Power - supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them , paying particular attention to cords or plugs , convenient receptacles , and the point where they exit from the unit .
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ENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions 14 . LIGHTNING : 19 . DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE : For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing to when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time , unplug qualified service personnel under the following conditions : it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system . a . When the power - supply cord or plug is damaged . This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and b . If any liquid has been spilled onto , or objects have fallen into the CAMCORDER . power - line surges . c . If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water . 15 . POWER LINES : d . If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following the An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of operating instructions , adjust only those controls that are covered by overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it the operating instructions . Improper adjustment of other controls can fail into such power lines or circuits . When installing an outside may result in damage and will antenna system , extreme care should be taken to keep from touching often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal . the CAMCORDER to its normal operation . 16 . OVERLOADING : e . If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in damaged . a risk of fire or electric shock . f . When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in performance , this indicates a need for service . 17 . OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS : 20 . REPLACEMENT PARTS : Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through When replacement parts are required , be sure the service technician openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having part that could result in a fire or electric shock . the same characteristics as the original part . Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER . Should spillage Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire , electric shock or other occur , unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use . hazards . 18 . SERVICING : 21 . SAFETY CHECK : Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself . Opening or Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER , ask removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards . the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order . Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel .
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ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER : This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820 - 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and , in particular , specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cabte entry as practical . USER INSTALLER CAUTION : Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment couId be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules .
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_ ENGLISH _ Contents Notices and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features 910 Accessories Suppliedwith your camcorder DescriptionsT FRON & LEFT VIEW 1112 LEFT SIDE VIEW RIGHT & TOP VIEW 111345 REAR & BOTTOM VIEW REMOTE CONTROL 1168 OSD ( On Screen Display ) How to use the Remote Uontrol Preparing 2190 L _ th _ umBattery installation Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap 2212 Connecting a Power Source Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 25 Insert _ ngand Ejecting a Cassette Basic Recording 2268 Making your First Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording 2299 Adjusting the LCD Using the VlEWFINDERing 3O31 Playing back a record on the LCD Controlling Soundfrom the Speaker Advanced Recording Using the various Functions 32 Settingthe menu item 3334 Avallabllltyof functions ineach mode LCDADJUST CUSTOM SET 333456 DISIP P 3379 Zoomng In and Outwith DIGITALZOOM A PROGRAMAE
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LENGLISH _ Contents DSE i D , glta ] Special Effectsl 402 WHITE BALANCE 4 SHUTTER 43 IRIS 44 REC HODE 45 REC LAMP 46 WIND CUT 46 AUDIO MODE 47 DISPLAY 48 DATE TIME 49 DEMO 50 CLOCK SET 51 Easy mode 523 Custom mode 5 MF AFLManual FocusAuto Focusj 5455 BLC Fade In _ nd Out 56 Audio dubbing 5758 PHOTO Lighting Techniques 60 Vanous Recording Techniques 61 Playing back a Tape To watch with the LCD 62 To watch with a TV monitor 62 Playback 6364 Vanous Functions in PLAYER mode IEEE 1394 Data Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Maintenance After finishing a recording 69 Cleaning afld Maintaining the Camcorde { 70 Using Your Camcerder Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 _ .
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_ ENGLISH _ Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen Pleaserotatethe LCDscreencarefullyas illustrated Unintendedrotationmaycausedamageto the insideof the hingethatconnectsthe LCDscreento the Camcorder 1 LCD screen closed 1 2 2 Standard recording by using the LCD screen 3 3 Mak = nga recording by Iook = ngat the LCD screen from the top 4 Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front 5 Making a recording with the LCD screen closed 90 A
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[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions Television programs , video tapes , DVD titles , films , and other program materials may be copyrighted . Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law . 1 . A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder . for examole : - When you move the camcorder from cold outside to warm inside during the winter . - When you move the camcorder from cool inside to hot outside during the summer . 2 . If the " DEW " protection feature is activated , leavethe camcorder for at least two hours in a dry , warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery removed . 1 . Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature ( above 60 ° C or 140 _ F ) . For example , in a parked car in the sun or under direct sunlight . 2 . Do not let the camcorder get wet . Keep the camcorder away from rain , sea water , and any other form of moisture . If the camcorder gets wet , it may be damaged . Sometimes malfunction cannot be repaired . A
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IENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before recording outdoors . - To preserve battery power , keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it . - When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode , if it is left in STBY modewithout operation for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed , it will automatically turn oft to protect against unnecessary battery discharge . - Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place . Dropping the battery pack may damage it . - A brand new battery pack is not charged . Before using the battery pack , charge it completely . - It is a good idea to usethe viewfinder instead of the LCDwhen recording for a long time , because the LCD uses up more battery power . " When the battery reaches the end of its life , please contact your local dealer . The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste . - To ensure normal recording and a clear picture , clean the video heads reguarly . If a square block - shaped noise distorts playback pictures , or ifonly a blue screen is displayed during playback , the video heads may be dirty . If this happens , clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette . - Do not use a wet type cleaning cassette . It may damage the video heads . A
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[ ENGLISH _ Notices and Safety Instructions - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun . Direct sunlight candamage the CCD ( Charge Coupled Device ) . 1 . Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointingtowards the sun . Direct sunlight candamage the inside of the viewfinder . Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window . 2 . Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder . 3 . Over - rotation of the viewfinder may damage it . 1 . The LCD monitor is manufactured using high precisiontechnology . However , there can be tiny dots ( red , blue or green in color ) that appear x O on the LCD monitor . These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way . 2 . When you use the LCD monitor in direct sunlight or outdoors , it may be difficult to see the picture . If this occurs , we recommend that the viewfinder is used . 3 . Direct sunlight candamage the LCD monitor . To ensure a steady picture during filming , checkthat the hand strap is properlyadjusted . Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it . A
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[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions Warning : Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children . Should any battery be swallowed , consult a doctor immediately . 1 . The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings ; even if the battery pack orAC adapter is removed . 2 . The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation . 3 . When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead , the date / time indicator will flash for about five seconds when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA . In this case , replace the lithium battery with a new one ( type CR2025 ) . A
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[ ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder • Digital data transfer function with IEEEf394 By incorporatingthe IEEE 1394 ( i . LINKTr _ : i . LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectiosnystem , used to transmit DV data ) high speed data transport port , moving and still images can be transferred to your PC , making it possible to produceor edit various images . • PHOTO The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound , while in Camera mode . • 500x Digital zoom Allows you to magnify an image to upto 500 times its original size . • ColorTFT LCD A high resolution color TFT LCD ( with 112,320pixels ) gives you dean , sharp imagesas well as the ability to review your recordings immediately . • Digital Image Stabilizer The DIS compensates for hand shake , reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification . • Various digital effects The DSE ( Digital Special Effects ) allows you to give your recordings a special look by adding various special effects . • Back Light Compensation ( BLC ) When you record a subject with the light source behind it or a subject with a light background , the BLC function compensates for the bright background . • Program AE The Program AE enables you to alter the shatter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene / actionto be recorded , A
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IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the fotIowing basic accessories are supplied with your digitaI video camera . Basic Accessories 1 . Lithium Ion Battery pack 3 . AC cord 2 . AC Power Adapter 1 . Lithium Ion Battery pack 2 . AC Power Adapter 3 . AC cord AD43 - 0B070A AD44 - 00038A AD39 - 00028A 4 . AUDIO / VIDEO cable 5 . Instruction Book 6 . Shoulder Strap 4 . AUDIO / VIDEO cane 5 . Instruction Book 6 . Shoulder Strap 7 . Lithium batteries for Remote Control and Clock . AD39 - 0B001 A AD63 - 00202S ( TYPE : CR2025 , SCD67 ; 1 EA / SCD70 ; 2 EA ) 9 . Remote Control 7 . Uthium batteries 8 . S - VIDEO cable ( 2EA ) - CR2025 8 . S - VIDEO cane ( SCD70 only ) 9 . Remote Control ( SCD70 only ) AD43 - 10130H AC39 - 42001Z AD59 - 00066A
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[ ENGLISH _ Getting to Know Your Camcorder 9 . Viewfinder 1 . Lens 8 . TFT LCD monitor 2 . REC indicator 7 . EASY button 3 . Remote sensor - - J 6 . CUSTOM button 4 . Hook for Hand Strap 5 . Internal MICs 1 . Lens 2 . REC indicator 3 . Remote sensor 4 . Hook for Hand Strap ( see page 20 ) 5 . Internal MICs ( Left and Right ) 6 . CUSTOM button ( see page 53 ) 7 . EASY button ( see page 52 ) 8 . TFT LCD monitor 9 . Viewfinder ( see page 29 ) A
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IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder BLC EDIT - FADE EDIT + MF / AF REW PLAY / _ ILLFF SLOW 2 . SPEAKER 1 . Function Buttons 1 . Function Buttons PLAYER : CAMERA • ( STOP ) : BLC ( see page 55 ) ( REW ) : EDIT - , / 11 ( PLAY / STILL ) : FADE ( see page 56 ) I _ ( FF ) : EDIT + P , ( SLOW ) : MF / AF ( see page 54 ) 2 . SPEAKER
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I ENGLISH _ Getting to Know Your Camcorder 1 . Zoom lever and Volume Control 8 . OPEN / EJECT button 2 . PHOTO button 7 . Audio / Video out 3 . Power switch ( CAMERA or PLAYER ) 6 . External MIC in 5 . DV IN / OUT 4 . S - VIDEO out 1 . Zoom lever and Volume Control ( see page 37 ) 2 . PHOTO button ( see page 58 ) 3 _ Power switch ( CAMERA or PLAYER ) ( see page 21 ) 4 _ S = VIDEOout 5 _ DV IN / OUT 6 . External MIC in ( see page 57 ) 7 . Audio / Video out 8 _ OPEN / EJECT button ( see page 25 )
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IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder - - 9 . Battery Release button Battery Holder 1 . Charging indicator 2 . MENU ON / OFF button 3 . ENTER / DISPLAYbuttor , 4 . MENU DIAL 5 . LCD open button 6 . Hook for shoulder strap 7 . DC jack 8 , START / STOP button 1 . Charging indicator ( see page 22 ) 8 . START / STOP button ( see page 26 ) 2 . MENU ON / OFF button ( see page 32 ) 9 . Battery Release button ( see page 69 ) 3 . ENTER / DISPLAY button 10 . Lithium Battery holder ( see page 19 ) 4 . MENU DIAL ( see page 32 ) 5 . LCD open button 6 . Hook for shoulder strap 7 . DC jack ( see page 21 ) , = k
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IENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 16 . DISPLAY 1 . PHOTO 2 . START / STOP 15 . Zoom WIDE 3 . SELF TIMER 14 . Zoom TELE 4 . ZERO MEMORY 13 . A.DUB 5 . l _ ( FF ) 6 . d4 ( REW ) 12 . II ( STILL ) 7 . • ( PLAY ) 8 . X2 11 . • ( STOP ) 10 . FrameAdvance 9 . I ) ' ( SLOW ) v 1 . PHOTO 10 . Frame Advance ( see page 65 ) 2 . START / STOP 11 . • ( STOP ) 3 . SELF TIMER ( see page 18 ) 12 . II ( STILL ) 4 . ZERO MEMORY ( see page 66 ) 13 . A , DUB ( see page 57 ) 14 . Zoom TELE 5 . I _ ( FF ) 15 . Zoom WIDE 6 . d < ( REW ) 7 . • ( PLAY ) 16 . DISPLAY ( see page 17 ) 8 . X2 ( see page 65 ) 9 . I1 ' ( SLOW )
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IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder 1 . Battery level ( see page 24 ) 2 , Zoom position ( see page 37 ) 3 , Manual focus ( see page 54 ) 4 , DSE ( Digital Special Effect ) mode ( see page 40 ) 24 23 22 21 20 t9 5 . White Balance mode ( see page 42 ) 6 , Shutter speed and IRIS ( see page 43 , 44 ) 7 , Audio Record mode ( see page 47 ) 8 , Self record and waiting timer ( see page 18 ) ( SCD70 only ) 9 , WIND CUT ( see page 46 ) 10 , DATE / TIME ( see page 49 ) 11 . Self diagnosis ( see page 72 ) 12 . DEW condensation ( see page 72 ) 13 , PIP ( Picture in Picture ) ( see page 36 ) 14 , Photo shot ( see page 58 ) 15 , Digital zoom mode ( see page 38 ) 16 , Remaining Tape ( measured in minutes ) 17 , Tape counter 18 , Zero memory indicator ( SCD70 only ) ( see page 66 ) 19 . Operating mode 20 . Record speed mode ( see page 45 ) 21 , Custom or Easy mode ( see pages 52 - 53 ) 22 . DIS ( Digital Image Stabilizer ) ( see page 35 ) 23 . Program AE ( see page 39 ) 24 , BLC ( Back Light Compensation ) ( see page 55 )
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I ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder 25 . Volume control ( see page 31 ) 26 , Audio playback channel ( see page 58 ) 27 . Audio playback mode 28 . DV IN ( DV data receiving mode ) ( see page 67 ) 29 , A . DUB ( SCD7O only ) ( see page 57 ) DEW TAPE VOLUME I - 0 16 20 - 1 Turning the OSD on / off ( On Screen Display ) + When you set the power switch to CAMERA , the OSD is automatically turned on . + When you set the power switch to PLAYER , the OSD is automaticalIy turned off . + Refer to page 48 . • Turning the OSD on / off Press the ENTER button on the rear side panel Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off . When you turn the OSD off , in CAMERA mode : You can see those features being used . In PLAYER mode : All OSD messages flash for 3 seconds then disappear . • Turning on / off the DATE / TIME The DATE / TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF . To turn the DATE / TIME on or off , access the menu and change the DATE / TIME mode . ( see page 49 )
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IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder Battery Installation for the Remote Control + You must insert or replacethe lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder . SELF - - - The remotecontrol doesn't work . TIMER + Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly , foIIowingthe + and - markings . , { . Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery . Self Record using the Remote Control The Self Timer function onthe remote control enables you to start and stop recording automatically . Example : Scene with all members of your family Two options are available • WAIT - 10S / SELF - 30S : 10seconds wait , 30 seconds of recording . • WAIT - 10S / SELF - END : 10 seconds wait , records untiI you press the START / STOP button again , 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . 2 . Press the SELFTIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the viewfinder : • WAIT - 10S / SELF - 30S • WAIT - 10S / SELF - END 3 . Press the START / STOP button to start the timer . : After a 10 second wait , recording starts . : If you have selected SELF - 30S , recording stops automatically after 30 seconds . : If you have selected SELF - END , press START / STOPagain when you wish to stop recording .
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[ ENGLISH ] Preparing + The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings ; even if the battery pack orAC power adapter is removed . _ , The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation . _ , When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead , the date / time indicatorflashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA . When this occurs , replace the lithium batterywith type CR2025 . 1 . Remove the Lithium battery holder from the camera . 2 . Position the Lithium cell in the holder , with the positive ( _ ) terminal face down . 3 . Reinsert the holder intothe lithium battery compartment . The holder must be inserted in the correct direction or it will not fit properly . Warning : Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children . Should any battery be swallowed , consult a doctor immediately .
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IENGLISHI Preparing It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap is correctly adjusted before you begin your recording . The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable , comfortable position . - Press the Zoom and START / STOPbutton without having to change the position of your hand . Hand strap a . Pull open the Hand - Strap cover and release the Hand Strap . b . Adjust its Iengthand stick it back onto the hand strap cover . c . Close the Hand Strap cover back up again . Shoulder Strap The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder around in complete safety . 1 . Insert the end of the strap into the ShouIder Strap hook on the camcorder . Insert the other end of the strap into the ring insidethe hand strap . 2 . Thread each end intothe buckIe , adjust the length of the strap and then puII it tight in the buckle . , , &
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[ ENGLISH _ Preparing There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder . The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording . The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording , To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable 1 . Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord . 2 . Connect the AC cord to a wall socket . The plug and wall socket type may be different depending on the country you're in . 1 3 . Connect the DC cane to the DC jack socket on the camcorder . 4 . Set the camcorder to the CAMERA or PLAYER mode by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to the CAMERA or PLAYER position . , , &
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IENGLISHI Preparing To use the Lithium Ion Battery Pack + The amount of continuous recordingtime availabIedepends on : - The type and capacity of battery packyou are using . - How much you use the Zoom function . it is recommendedthat you have several available . Charging the LithiumIon Battery Pack 1 . Lift the viewfinder up and attach the battery pack to the camcorder . 2 . Connect the AC Power Adapter to an AC cord and connectthe AC cord to a wall socket . 3 . Connect the DC cabIe to the DC jack socket on the camcorder . 4 . Turn the camera POWER switchto oft , the charging indicatorwilI start to flash showing that the battery is charging . Blinking time Charging rate Once in a second Lessthan 50 % Twice in a second 50 % ~ 75 % Three times in a second 75 % ~ 99 % Stays on steady FulIycharged On for a second and Error - Reset the battery and oft for a second DC cabIe . 5 . When it hasfinished charging , disconnect the battery and AC Power Adapterfrom the camcorder . Even with the power switched off , the battery wilI stilI discharge is left connectedto the camcorder . • The battery pack may be chargeda little at the time of purchase . • To prevent reductionin the life and capacity of the battery pack , always remove it from the camcorder after it is fuIly charged .
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[ ENGLISH _ Preparing Tableof continuousrecordingtime based on model and battery type = Charging Continuous recording time Time time LCDON EVFON Approx . Approx . Approx . SB - L110 2hr lhr 10min lhr 30min Approx . Approx . Approx . SB - L22g 3hr 3Omin 2hr 2gmin 3hr + If you close the LCD monitor , it switches off and the EVF is switches on automatically . + The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate . 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 ) . It should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 32 ° F ( g ° c ) . • The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 ° F ( 0 ° C ) or left in temperatures above 104 ° F ( 4O ° C ) for a long period , even when it is fully recharged . • Do not put the battery pack near any heat source ( fire or flames , for example ) . • Do not disassemble , process , pressure , or heat the Battery Pack . • Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery pack to be short - circuited . It can cause Ieakage , heat generation , induction of fire and overheating .
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IENGLISHI Preparing Battery level display • Thebatteryleveldisplayindicatesthe amountof powerremaininginthe batterypack . a . Fully charged b . 10 % used c . Half used 4 _ d . Mostly used e . Completely used ( flickers ) ( camcorder will turn offsoon , change the battery as soon as possible ) [ i e Please refer to the table on page 23 for approximate continuous recording times . The recording time is affected by environmentaltemperature and conditions . The recording time becomes very short in a coIdenvironment . The continuous recording time in the operating instructions is measured using a fully charged battery pack at 77 ° F ( 25 ° C ) . As the environmental temperature and conditions may be different when you actually usethe camcorder , the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions . Tips for Battery Identification A charge mai _ is provided onthe battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not . Two colors are provided ( red and black ) - you may choose which one indicates charged and which indicates discharged . + The Charge mark does not affect the battery's charge status . , , &
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[ ENGLISH Preparing + Use Mini DV Cassettes only . + When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder , do not apply excessive force . It can cause a malfunction . + Do not use tapes other than Mini DV CASSETTE . 1 . Connect a power source . Slide the OPEN / EJECT button forward and open the cassette door all the way . The compartment opens automatically . 2 . Insert a tape intothe cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and Tape window the protection tab toward the top . 3 . Press the area labelled PUSH on the cassette hoIding mechanism until it clicks into place . The cassette is loaded automatically . 4 . Close the cassette door . The camcorder wilI not operate with the cassette door open . Cassette holder Cassette door you you _ Note _ When have recorded something that wish to keep , you can protect it so that it wilI not be accidentally erased . a . Recording Impossible ( Protection ) : Pushthe safety tab on the cassette so that the hoIe is not covered . a . SAVE b . Recording possible : If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette , push the protection tab back so that it covers the hole . • How to keep a tape a . Avoid placeswhere there are magnets . b . REC b . Avoid humidity - and - dust prone places . c . Keep it in an vertical position and avoid storing in direct sunlight . d . Avoid dropping or knocking your tapes .
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IENGLISHI Basic Recording 1 . Connect a Power source . ( see page 21 ) ( Battery pack orAC power adapter ) • Insert a cassette . ( see page 25 ) 2 . Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand strap . 3 . Set the power switch to the CAMERA position . • Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STBY is displayed . • If the protection tab of the cassette is open , STOP will be displayed . • Make sure the image you want to record appears in the LCD monitor or viewfinder . • Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your expected recording time . 4 . To start recording , press the START / STOPbutton . • REC is displayed in the LCD . To stop recording , press the START / STOP button again . • STBY is displayed in the LCD .
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[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and thecamcorder is leff in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being USed , it will switch Offaut0matical ! y . To use it again , push the START / STOP button or set the Power - switch to OFF and then backto CAMERA , This Auto Power offfeature is designed to save battery po _ er , Edit Search • X , You can view a recording using with the EDIT + , - function in STBY mode . EDIT - enables you to play it backwards and EDIT + enables you to play it forwards , for as long as you keep pressing . _ , If you press the the EDIT - button quickly in STBY mode , your camcorder will play in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically . • Mosaic shape noise mayappear on the screen during edit search mode .
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IENGLISHI Basic Recording • While recording , it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly , • Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it on the hand strap . ( refer to figure ) Recording with the LCD monitor 1 . Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap . 2 . Place your right elbow against your side . 3 . Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it . Do not touch the built - in microphone . 4 . Choose a comfortable , stable position for the shots that you are taking . You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability . Do not forget to breathe gently . 5 . Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal p ( ane . 6 . Whenever possible , use a tripod . Recording with Viewfinder 1 . Hold the camcerder firmly using the hand strap . 2 . Place your right elbow against your side . 3 . Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it . Be sure not to touch the built - in microphone . 4 . Choose a comfortable , stable position for the shots that you are taking . You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability . Do not forget to breathe gently . 5 . Place your eyefirmly against the viewfinder eyecup . 6 . Usethe viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane . 7 . Whenever possible , use a tripod . , , &
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[ ENGLISH _ Basic Recording + Yourcamcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display ( LCD ) screen , which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly . + Depending on the conditions in which you are usingthe camcorder ( indoors or outdoors for example ) , you can adjust ; • Brightness • Color 1 . Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER position . 2 . Open the LCD monitor , the LCD switches on . 3 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . 4 . Turn the MENU DIAL so that LCDADJUST is highlighted . 5 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . 6 . Turn MENU DIAL so that it highlights the menu item you want to adjust ( BRIGHT , COLOR ) . • LCD ADJUST • SP STBY ( MENU ) SP STBY / 7 . Press ENTER again . • You can adjust the LCD using MENU DIAL . CUSTOMSET DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF COLOR PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF RETURN 8 . Press ENTER . DZOOM . . . . . . . . . . OFF PROGRAMAE AUTO • Forfurther adjustment , repeat steps 6 , 7 , 8 . SELENTER _ MENU MENU 9 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button to finish the setting . Adjusting the Focus Usethefocusadjustmenkt noboftheVIEWFINDERto focusthe picture . ( referto figure )
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IENGLISHI Basic Recording • t , You can view the playback picture on the LCD monitor . • t , Make sure that the battery pack is in pIace . f . Hold down the tab of the Power switch and turn it to the PLAYERposition . 2 . Insertthe tape you want to view . 3 . Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STOP is displayed . Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor and set the brightness or the color if necessary . 4 . Press the _ ( REW ) button to rewind the tape to the start point . • To stop REWIND , press the • ( STOP ) button . • Camcorder stops automatical ( yafter rewinding . 5 . Press the I ' / 11 ( PLAY / STILL ) button to start playback . • You can see the pictureyou recorded on the LCD . • To stop the PLAYoperation , press the • ( STOP ) button . • You can also view the picture on a TV screen , after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR . ( see page 62 ) • Various functions are available in piayback mode . ( see page 64 )
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IENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY • X , You can adjust the LCD during playback . _ , The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode . ( see page 29 ) The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only . / MENU ) SP STOP • When you use the LCD monitor for playback , you can hear the recorded sound from the built - in Speaker . LCD ADJUST If you do not want to hear the sound set SPEAKER to OFF in the menu . PHOTO SEARCH AUDIO $ EL . . . . . . . SOUND1 REC MODE . . . . . . . . SP 1 . Set the power switch to PLAYER mode . DISPLAY . . . . . . LCD 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight SPEAKER . 4 . Press the ENTER button to change the setting . 5 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button to finish the SPEAKER setting . • If you dose the LCD monitor , both the LCD and speaker are switched off . • If the speaker does not work properly , check these points ; - Is the LCD monitor closed ? Is the volume adjusted to a low ? Is the SPEAKER set to OFF in the menu ? Volume Control • X , Thevolumeof theSpeakeriscontrolledby movingtheZOOMlever ( VolumeControl ) duringplayback . &
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[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recording • Setting the menu item Power switch CAMERA PLAYER LCDADJUST , CUSTOMSET , LCDADJUST , DIS , PIP , DIGITALZOOM , PHOTO SEARCH , PROGRAMAE , DSESELECT , AUD { O SELECT , SPEAKER , WHITEBALANCE , SHUTTER REC MODE , DISPLAY , Functions in menu SPEED , IRIS , REC MODE , DATE / TIME REC LAMP , WIND CUT , AUDIO MODE , PHOTOMODE DISPLAY , DATE / TIME , DEMO , CLOCKSETTING • Setthe camcorderto CAMERA or PLAYER mode . 1 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . The MENU OSD is displayed . r , OIENUFF ON , ( MENU ) SP STBY The cursor ( Imr _ l _ lE ' _ ln'i ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting . 2 . Using the MENU DIAL and ENTER buttons on the rear side panel , select and activate the item . CUSTOMSET DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF 3 . You can finish the menu mode by pressing the MENU ON / OFF button . DZO © M . . . . . . . . . OFF PROG _ AMAE AUTO • _ ¸ MENU
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • Availability of functions in each mode Reques _ d Digitalfunctions DigitalSpecialEffects OTHER Opem _ n Mode DIS DZOOM PHOTO P ( P GHOST EFFECTS D ( S _ o o o x o DZOOM 0 _ 0 0 0 0 PHOTO X X _ X x X PiP 0 o q q q GHOST q 0 q x q DSEOTHER 0 0 0 x q EFFECTS 0 : The requested mode will work with the operating mode . q : The requested mode will override the operating mode . X : The requested mode is disabled . • If the menu item displays DISABLE for some functions , you are not able to change that menu setting . • When you set the IRIS mode to manual ( net AUTO ) mode , - The PROGRAM AE mode will be changed to AUTO . • When you set the SHUTTER SPEED mode to manual ( not AUTO ) mode , The PROGRAM AE mode will be changed to AUTO . • When you set the PROGRAM AE mode to manual ( not AUTO ) mode , The SHUTTER SPEED and IRIS mode will be changed to AUTO .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • LCD ADJUST + The LCDADJUST function works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode . Please see page 29 . • CUSTOM SET + You can customize settings and save them for future use . • The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA mode only . + If you want to use the CUSTOM function ( see page 53 ) properly , set the status of each item to what you want before using . + You can set and store the following items : • DIS , PIP , D . ZOOM , PROGRAM AE , DSE , SHUTTER , IRIS . ( MENU ) SP ST £ Y f . Set the power switch to CAMERA mode . 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button , to bring up the MENU list . 3 . Turning the MENU DIAL , select CUSTOM SET and press the ENTER button . O CUSTOM SET O Sp ST £ Y 4 . Using the MENU DIAL and ENTER button , set the status of each item to what you want . PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF DZO © M . . . . . . . . . OFF PROGRAM AE ¸ AUTO 5 . To store settings and to exit the menu , press the MENU ON / OFF button . DSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF W BALANCE AUTO _ MENU • If you want to activate the CUSTOM function , press the CUSTOM button in CAMERA mode . • If you set the SHUTTER to 1 / 8,1 / 15,1 / 30 , the DIS will be changed to OFF . • If you set the IRIS to manual , the PROGRAM AE will be changed to AUTO . , J &
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I ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording • DIS ( Digital Image Stabilizer ) + The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only . + DIS ( Digital Image Stabilizer ) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder ( within reasonable limits ) . + It provides more stable pictures when : • Recording with the Zoom • Recording a small object close - up • Recording and walking at the same time • Recording through the window of a vehicle 1 . Setthe camcorder to CAMERAmode . LCDADJUST LCDADJ _ ST C _ 70MSET GU _ TOM _ ET 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF PIP . . . . . . . . . . OFF • The menu list will appear . DZOOM . . . . . . . . OFF DZO © M . . . . . . . . . OFF PROGRAMAE AUTO PROGRAMAE AUTO MSEEPNPNSUSTUYTB MENU _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DIS . 4 . To activate the DIS function , press the ENTER button . • The DIS menu is changed to ON . • ( fyou do not want to use the DIS function , set the DIS menu to OFE 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • It is recommendedthat you deactivate the handshake compensation function when using a tripod . • The DIS function will not operate in the low SHUTTER 1 / 8,1 / 15,1 / 30 mode . • If you set the DIS function to ON in GHOST mode , the GHOST modewill be switched off . • If you use the DIS function , the picture quality may deteriorate .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • PiP ( Picture - in - Picture ) 4 , The PiP ( Picture - in - Picture ) function works in CAMERA mode only . 4 . The PiP feature works by using a small , superimposed screen to show an image that is wider than the one being recorded . ( Ex . DigitaI Zoom ) . This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are recording . f . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . ( MENU ) SP STBY 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . LCDADJUST LCD AD3UST CUSTOMSET CUSTOM SET • The menu list will appear . DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D _ ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . OFF PROGRAMAE AUTO PROGRAM AE _ _ AUTO ( MENU ) SP STBY 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PIP . _ MENU _ MENU 4 . To activate the PIP function , press the ENTER button . • The PIP menu is changed to ON . • If you do not want to use the PIP function , set the PIP menuto OFF . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • When you use the PIP function , the PIP screen will be recorded on the tape . • The PIP function will not operate in the DSE function . • If you set the SHUTTER to manual ( 1 / 8 , 1 / 15 , 1 / 30 ) in PIP mode , the PIP will disappear . , &
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • Zooming In and Out with DIGITALZOOM 4 - Zoomworksin CAMERAmodeonly . Zooming in and Out 4 - Zooming is a recording techniquethat lets you change the size of the subject in the scone . For more professional looking recordings , do not usethe zoom function too often . 4 - You can zoom using a variable zoom speed . 4 - Usethese features for differentshots ; Please note that over use of the zoom feature can leadto unprofessionallooking results and a reduction of battery usage time . 1 . Move the zoom lever a little for a gradual zoom , VOL - • o • o = VOL ÷ move it further for a high - speed zoom . Yourzooming is monitored on the OSD , 2 . T ( Telephoto ) side : Subject appears closer . 3 . W ( Wide angle ) side : Subject appearsfarther away . WIDE Youcan record a subject that is a minimum of 1 m ( about 2.65 feet ) away from the lens surface in the TELE position , or about 10 mm ( about 0.5 inch ) away in the WIDE position .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording Digital Zoom + Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally . + The picture quality deteriorates the more you zoom in on the subject . + We recommend that you use the DIS feature with the DIGITALZOOM for picturestabiIity . f . Set thecamcorder to CAMERA mode . • D ZOOM • SP STBY ( MENU ) SP STBY LCDADJUST CUSTOMSET OFF 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF 44D PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF • The menu list will appear . PROGRAMAE AUTO SELENTER MENU _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to D . ZOOM 4 . Press ENTERto enter the sub - menu . 5 . Turn the MENU DIAL so that it highlights the zoom magnification . • Press ENTER to activate the digital zoom and returnto main menu . • If you exit the sub - menu without pressing the ENTER button , the DIGITALZOOM mode is not changed . 6 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • If you use the digital zoom function , the picturequality may deteriorate . , &
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I ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording • PROGRAM AE + The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only . + The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions . + They give you creative control over the depth of field . • AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background . - To be used in normal conditions . - The shutter speed automatically varies from 1 / 60 to 1 / 250 second , depending on the scene . • PORTRAIT mode ( _ ) - For focusing on the background of the subject , when the background is out of focus . - The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors . - The shutter speed automatically varies from 1 / 60 to 1 / 1000 second . • SPORT mode ( _ ) - For recording people or objects moving quickly . • HSSmode ( _ ) - For recording fast - moving subjects such as golfers or tennis players . Setting the PROGRAM AE 1 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . • PROGRAM AE • SP STBY / MENU / SP STaY / • The menu Iist will appear . LCD ADJUST CUSTOM SET PORTRAIT 2 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight PROGRAM AE . DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF SPORT PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF HSS 3 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . RETURN DZQOM . . . . . . . . . OFF PROgRa _ m4 AUTO SELENTER 4 . Using the MENU DIAL , select the PROGRAM AE mode . MENU _ MENU • Press ENTER to confirm the PROGRAM AE mode . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • DSE ( Digital Special Effects ) SELECT + The DSE functionworks in CAMERA mode only . + The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects . + Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect that you wish to give . + There are 10 DSE modes . a . ART mode This mode gives the images a coarse effect . b . MOSAIC mode This mode gives the images a mosaic effect . c . SEPIA mode This mode gives the images a reddish - brown pigment . d . NEGA mode This mode reverses the colors of the image creating a negative image . e . MIRROR mode This mode cuts the picture in half , using a mirror effect . f . B / W mode This mode changes the images to black and white . g . EMBO mode This mode creates a 3D effect ( embossing ) . h . CINEMA mode This mode covers the upper / lower portions of the screen to give a movie - like effect . i . MAKE UP mode This mode allows the images to be selected in red , yellow , green or blue colors . j . GHOST mode This mode gives the images a dragging effect .
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[ ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording Selecting an effect MENU 1 . Setthe camcorderto CAMERAmode . 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . • The menu list will appear . 3 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight DSE SELECT . SP STBY / MENU ) SP STBY m • SESELECT • 4 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF ART RIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF MOSAIC 5 . Using the MENU DIAL , select the DSE mode . [ _ ZOOM . . . . . . . . . OFF SEPIA £ _ Q _ R / _ JI AE AUTO NEGA • Press ENTER to confirm the DSE mode . _ 8 _ OFF M ) RROR CL _ STOM SET / i _ i ) SEL ENTER - In MAKE - UP mode , a MENU list for selecting REDIGREENIBLUEIYELLOW MENU _ MENU will appear . 6 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • PIP will shut off when the DSE mode is operated . • GHOST function will not operate in DIS and 1 / 8 , 1 / 15 , 1 / 30 SHUTTER modes .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • W . BALANCE ( WHITE BALANCE ) + The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only . + The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition . + You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain a good quality color of the image . • AUTO : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automaticaIly . • HOLD : Fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value . • INDOOR : Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience . • OUTDOOR : Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . Q W _ ALANCE • SP STBY ( MENU } SP STBY DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF HOLD D ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . OFF INDOOR PR © GRAMAEAUTO © _ TDOOR • The menu list will appear . D _ ESELE _ TOFF RETURN SELENTER iw _ ) _ AUTO _ MENU _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight W . BALANCE . 4 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . 5 . Using the MENU DIAL , select the WHITE BALANCE mode . • Press ENTER to confirm the WHITE BALANCE mode . 6 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • SHUTTER + The SHUTTER SPEED function works in CAMERA mode only . + The shutter speed can be controlled , allowing you to record both fast and slow moving objects . • You can select one of the following . AUTO , 1 / 8 , 1 / 15 , 1 / 30 , 1 / 60 , 1 / 100 , 1 / 250 , 1 / 500 , 1 / 1000 , 1 / 2000 , 1 / 4000 , 1 / 10000 second . AUTO is fixed at 1 / 60 second . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . • S _ U _ ER • SP STBY / MENU } SP STBY / ( AUTO } PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF DZOOM . . . . . . . . OFF ] 8 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . PROGRAM AE - _ _ _ AUTO 1115 DSE SELECT _ _ _ _ _ OFF ] 30 • The menu list will appear . W BALANCE AUTO 1160 _ 8 _ _ . . . . . . AUTO / / 1 _ 3 SEL ENTER MENU _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight SHUTTER . 4 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . 5 . Using the MENU DIAL , select the SHUTTER SPEED mode . • Press ENTER to confirm the SHUTTER SPEED mode . 6 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • The SHUTTER SPEED function will not operate with either the DIS ON or the GHOST modes ON .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • IRIS + The IRISfunction works in CAMERA mode only . + The IRIS controls the quantity of light entering through the lens . + If you select a higher value , the iris opens , and the image will be brighter . If you select a lower value , the iris closes , and the image will bedarker . • You can select one of the following , AUTO : It selectsthe iris value for the proper exposure . MANUAL : 0 ~ 29 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . • The menu list will appear . 3 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight IRIS . • IAIS • 4 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu , • If you want to use manual mode , select MANUAL and press ENTER . • Using the MENU DIAL , select the IRIS value . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • REC MODE + The REC MODEfunction works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes . + This camcorder records and plays back in SP ( standard play ) mode and in LP ( long play ) mode . • SP ( standard play ) : This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape . • LP ( long play ) : This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM6Otape . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode . / MENU } SP STBY / ( MENU ) LP STBY DSESELECTOFF DSESELECTOFF 2 , Press the MENU ON / OFF button . W BALANCEAUTO W BALANCEAUTO SHUTTER . . . . . . . . . AUTO SHUT [ ER . . . . . . . . . AUTO • The menu Iist will appear . IRIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO IR ( S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO RROGRAMAEAUTO PROGRAMAEAUTO 3 , Turn the MENU DIALto highlight REC MODE . 4 , To select the REC MODE , press the ENTER button . • The REC MODE is switches between SP and LP with each press . 5 , To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • We recommend that you use this camcorder to play back any tape recorded on this camcorder . Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped noise . • When you record in SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in LP mode , the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes . • Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • REC LAMP + The REC LAMP function works in CAMERA mode only . + You can turn the REC indicator on or off during recording . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . ( MENU } SP STBY / MENU ) SP STBY DSESELECT - - OFF DSESELECT - - - OFF WBALANCE - - - AUTO W BALANCE - - - AUT © 2 , Press the MENU ON / OFF button . SHUTFER . . . . . . . . AUTO SHUTTER . . . . . . . . . AUT © IRIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO IRIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO • The menu list will appear . REC MODE . . . . . . . . SP RECMODE . . . . . . . SP _ MENU _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight REC LAMP . 4 . To turn the REC lamp indicator ON or OFF during recording , press the ENTER button . • The REC LAMP menu is changed to ON or OFF respectively . • If you want to turn off the indicator , set the REC LAMP to OFF , 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • WIND CUT + The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA mode only . + The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise during recording . - When the wind cut is on , some low sounds are cut out along with the sound of the wind . + The WIND CUT menu selecting method is the same as the REC LAME
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[ ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording • AUDIO MODE • % * The AUDIO MODEfunction works in CAMERA mode only . + This camcorder records the sound in two ways . ( 12 BIT , 16BIT ) • 12 BIT : You can record two 12 bit stereo sound tracks . The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN ( SOUND1 ) track . Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB ( SOUND2 ) track ( SOD70 only ) . • 16 BIT : You can record one high quality stereo sound track using the 16 bit recording mode . Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . ( MENU ) SP STBY SHUTTER . . . . . . . . . AUTO SHUTTER . . . . . . . . AUTO 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . IR _ S . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO IRIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTO RECMODE . . . . . . . SP REC MODE . . . . . . . SP • The menu Iist will appear . REC LAMp . . . . . . . . . ON REC LAMP . . . . . . . . ON WIND CUT . . . . . . . . . . OFF WIND CUT . . . . . . . . . OFF / MENU ) SP STB ¥ 3 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight AUDIO MODE . _ MENU _ MEN _ 4 . To select the AUDIO MODE , press the ENTER button . • The AUDIO MODE is switches between 12 BIT - 16 BIT with each press . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • SCD67 cannot record dubbed audio . However , it can play back 12 BIT dubbed audio recorded on other camcorders . , , &
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • DISPLAY 4 . The DISPLAY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes . 4 . You can select the output path for the OSD ( On Screen Display ) . 4 . There are two ways ; • LCD : The OSD appears in the LCD monitor and EVF only . • LCDN - OUT : The OSD appears in the LCD monitor , EVF and TV . 1 . Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode . 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . REC MODE . . . . . . . SP REC MODE . . . . . . . SP REC LAMp . . . . . . . . ON REC LAMP . . . . . . . . ON • The menu list will appear . WIND CUT . . . . . . . . OFF WIND CUT . . . . . . . . OFF AUDIO MODE _ _ _ - / 2 BIT AUDIO MODE _ _ . _ J2 BIT PHOTO MODE FIELD PHOTO MODE FIELD 3 . Turn the MENU DIALto highlight DISPLAY . / MEN ) MENU SP STBY / ( MENU ) SP STBY _ MENU 4 . To select the DISPLAY mode , press the ENTER button . • The DISPLAY mode switches between LCD _ LCDN - OUT with each press . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . 6 . To turn the OSD ON or OFF , press the ENTER button . A
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I ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording • DATE / TIME + The DATE / TIME function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER mode . + The date and time is automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape . + You can choose what you want to display - either the date , the time or both . • DATE only • TIME only • DATE / TIME 1 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . SP STBY / MENU / SP STaY / • DATE [ lIME • • The menu list will appear . REC LAMP . . . . . . OFF WND C T . . . . . . . . OFF ; _ ; AUDIO MODE 12 BIT DATE PHOTO MODE F _ ELD TIME 2 . Turn the MENU DIALto DATE / TIME . D _ SPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD DATFJTIME SEL ENTER 3 . Press ENTER to enter the sub - menu . MENU _ MENU 4 . Using the MENU DIAL , select the DATE / TIME mode . • Press ENTER to confirm the DATE / TIME mode and return to the main menu . • If you exit the sub - menu without pressing ENTER , the DATEmME mode is not changed . 5 . To exit , press the MENU ON / OFF button . • The DATE / TIME is not affected by the OSD ON / OFF ( ENTER ) button . • The DATE / TIME will read " - - - " in the following conditions . - During playback of a blank section of tape . - If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE / TIME in the camera's memory . - When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead .
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[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recording • DEMO + Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily . + The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA modewhen you are not recording . + The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMO mode is set OFF . f . Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode . WIND CUT . . . . . . . OFF AUDIO MODE12 BIT SAMSUNG 2 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . PHOTO MODE ¸ ¸ ¸ ¸ FIELD DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . LCD • The menu list will appear . DATE _ IME . . . . . . . . . OFF DEMONSTRATEON ( MENU } _ MENU 3 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DEMO . 4 . To activate the DEMO function , press the ENTER button so DEMO . . . ON appears . • Press the menu button to quit the menu . • The demonstration will start . 5 . To end the demonstration , set the DEMO to OFF . • The DEMO function only works without a TAPE inserted . • If you set the DEMO to ON during recording or STBY mode , the demonstration will activate 3 minutes later after the tape is ejected . • If you press other buttons ( ZOOM , FADE , BLC , PHOTO , EASY , CUSTOM ) during the DEMO mode , the DEMO stops . The DEMO mode will resume in 3 minutes if no other buttons are pressed . , J &
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • CLOCK SET + The CLOCK can only be set in the CAMERA mode 4 , The DATE / TIME is automatically recorded on a tape . Before recording , set the DATE / TIME . 1 . Press the MENU ON / OFF button . • CLOCK SETTING • SP STBY / MENU } SP STBY / • The menu list will appear . AUDIO MODE _ _ _ _ _ 12 BIT PHOTO MODE _ _ _ _ F _ ELD DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . LCD DATE / TIME . . . . . . . . OFF 2 . Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CLOCK SET . DEMO . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF MENU MENU 3 . Press the ENTER button to enter the SETTING mode . • BLINKING indicates the setting to be changed , The year will be the first to blink . • CLOCK SETTING • SP STBy ( OMPL _ E ) 4 . Using the MENU DIAL , change the year setting . 1025 PM FEB 32002 FEB 3 2002 • CLOCK SE _ ING • SP STBY / 5 . Press the ENTER button . _ MENU MENU • The month will blink . 6 . Using the MENU DIAL , change the month setting . 7 . Press the ENTER button . • The day will blink . 8 . You can set the day , hour and minute foilowing the same procedure used for setting the year and month . 9 . Press ENTER after setting the minute . • The OSD will blink , and then a few seconds later , the menu screen will return to the main menu .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • t . Even a beginner can make a recording using the EASY mode . • The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode . 1 . Set the power switch to CAMERA mode . 2 . By pressing the EASY button , all the functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode . • Battery level , recording mode , counter , DATE / TIME , DIS ( _ ] ) will be displayed . • The word " EASY " will appear on the LCD at the same time . The DATE / TIME will only be seen if it has been set , ( see page 49 ) 3 . Press START / STOP to start recording . EASY SP STBY • Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings . 4 . Pressing the EASY button again turns the EASY mode off . • The camera will return to the settings that were set prior to the EASY mode being switched on , • In the EASY mode , BLC , FADE , MF / AF and all MENU functions are not available . - If you want to use these functions , you must first switch the EASY mode off . • The EASY mode settings are stored in the camera ( provided a good lithium battery has been installed ) .
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[ ENGLISH _ Advanced Recording + You can customize settings and save them for future use . • The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA mode only . + Please set custom settings before using this function . ( see page 34 ) 1 . Set the power switch to CAMERA mode . 2 . To activate the CUSTOM function , press the CUSTOM button . • " CUSTOM " will be displayed on the screen . CUSTOM 3 . Press START / STOP to start recording . • Recording will begin using the CUSTOM settings . 4 . To switch the CUSTOM mode off , press the CUSTOM button again . • The camcorder will revert to the settings that were set prior to the custom mode being selected . • Once settings have been made in the Custom mode , you turn the Custom mode off to make changes to these settings . • The CUSTOM settings will be stored in the camera ( providing a good lithium battery has been installed ) .
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IENGLISHI Advanced Recording • t , The MF / AF function works in CAMERA mode only . • t , In most situations , it is better to use the automatic focus feature , as it enabies you to concentrate onthe creative side of your recording . • t , ManuaI focusing may be necessary under certain conditionsthat make automatic focusing inadequate . Auto Focusing 4 . If you are inexperienced with camcorders , we recommend that you make use of the Auto Focus mode . Manual Focusing _ , In the following cases you could obtain better results by adjustingthe focus manually . a . A picture containing several objects , some dose to the camcorder , others further away . b , A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow . c . Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car , d . Peopleor objects moving constantlyor quickly such as an athlete or crowd . 1 . Set power switch to CAMERA mode . 2 . Press MF / AF ( I1 _ ) button . 3 . Turn MF DIAL ( MENU DIAL ) up or down until the object is focused . r _ u • Zoom out a Iittle if focusing is difficult . _ ls _ L _ v 4 . To return to AF ( Aato Focus ) , press the MF / AF button again . , all MF / AF
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IENGLISH Advanced Recording * BLCoff * BLCon 4 , BLCworks in CAMERAmode . 4 , Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background : • The subject is placed in front of a window . • The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background ; the person'sface is too dark to distinguish their features . • The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast . • The light sources are too bright . • The subject is against a snowy background . 1 . Set the POWER switch to CAMERA mode . 2 . Press the BLC button . • Normal - BLC - Normal • BLC enhances only the subject .
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[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording • P The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only . • P You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence . To Start Recording 1 . Before recording , hold down the FADE button . The picture and sound gradually disappear ( fade out ) . 2 . Press the START / STOPbutton and at the same time release the FADE button . Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually appear ( fade in ) . To Stop Recording ( use FADE IN / FADE OUT ) 3 . When you wish to stop recording , hold down the FADE button . The picture and sound gradually disappears ( fade out ) . 4 . When the picture has disappeared , press the START / STOPbutton to stop recording . a . FADE OUT Press the FADE button a , FADEOUT Gradualdisappearance D ( Approx . 4 seconds ) b , FADE IN ( Approx . 4 seconds ) b , FADE IN Release the FADE button Gradual appearance