I ENGLISHI Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL610/L630/L650 Hi_ SCL610/L630/L650 Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
[ENGLISH I Contents Features................................................................................................................................................................... Descriptions • Front View/Side View/Rear View ........................................................................................................ 13, 14, • OSD (On Screen Display) .............................................................................................................................
[ENGLISH 1 Contents (continued) DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, SCL630/L650 only) ................................................................................................... MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ......................................................................................................................... BLC..........................................................................................................................................................................
IENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Unintended rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder, 1) LOD screen closed. 2) Standard recording by using the LCD screen. 0o 3) Making a recording by looking at 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.
IENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions 1) Do not place the camcorder so that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window. 2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. 3) Unintended rotation may cause damage to the viewfinder. X 1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
IENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors. To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.
IENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions 1) The LCD monitor is manufactured by using high precision technoiegy. However, there may be some tiny specks (red, 2) 3) btue or green in color) that appear on the LCD monitor. These specks are normaI and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. When using the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, it may be difficult to view. If this occurs, use the viewfinder. The LCD monitor's OSD is turned off when the LCD is placed in the forward direction.
IENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL To prevent electric shock match wide bade of pug to w de sot and fu y insert. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsutated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
IENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
[ENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for tong 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.
LENGLISH l Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to calt the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
_ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back. Snap Shot (SCL630/L650 only) The Snap Shot function lets you record an object at a standstill for a limited time in Camera mode. (see page 52) PIP (SCL630/L650 only) The PiP function shows where the center of the image is while recording in Digital Zoom of the Camera mode.
IENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder 3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) 4. EDIT _ (FF) 2. EDIT _ (REW) 5. DATE/TIME (STOP) 6. TAPE EJECT 13. VIDEO LIGHT 7. EVF (CVF for SCL650) 1. LENS t0. LCD 9. Remote Sensor 8. MIC tl. CUSTOM t2. EASY 1, Lens (see page 67) 2. EDIT _ (REW) EDIT _ works in STANDBY mode. (see page 28) REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 58) PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) (see page 57) PLAY/STiLL works in PLAYER mode. LIGHT works in CAMERA mode. EDIT _+_(FF) EDIT _'_ works in STANDBY mode.
IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder 24. BLC MENU ON/OFF 23. FADE 15. ENTER (iF) 16. UP/DOWN Dial (VOLUME) 20. SPEAKER 22. LCD Open -- 17. S-VIDEO out 18. P.AE 19. DSE 21. Lithium Battery 14. MENU ON/OFF (see page 30) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 15. ENTER (MF) (see page 30) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. 16. UP/DOWN dial (VOLUME) UP/DOWN diaI works in MENU mode. (see page 30) VOLUME works in PLAYER mode. 19.
IENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder 25. ZOOM 36. BATTERY EJECT 27. Hooks for shoulder stra I [ 26. CASSETTE Compartment 37. SNAP SHOT/D.ZOOM 28. AUDIONIDEO Out 33. External MIC 32. START/STOP (SCL630/L650) 35. Batter, 38. Recharging Indicator 29. LENS Cap 34. DC Jack 30. Hand Strap 31. POWER Switch 25. ZOOM (see page 34) 33. External MIC (see page 67) 26. Cassette Compartment 34. DC Jack (see page 22) 27. Hooksfor Shoulder Strap (see page 21) 35.
IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off. The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. The OSD is displayed in the vie_Minder and the LCD monitor. a. Zoom position (see page 34) indicateszoom position. b. DIS (SCL630/L650 only) (see page 39) indicates DIS is activated. c, Batterylevel (see page 25) indicatesthe power left in the battery. d.
_ENGLISH 1 Getting to Know Your Camcorder j. Time (see page46) Indicates the time you are recording. k. Title (see page 48) Indicates the recorded title you have set. It is superimposed on the scene. Self diagnosis (see page 63) (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the Camcerder. I. m. n. o. p. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 44) Indicates the DSE mode is activated. The operation modes are GHOST, STROBE, SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, WIDE (16:9) and CINEMA.
IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. AC Power Adapter. (see page 22) AC cord. (see page 22) Battery Pack. (see page 23) AudiolVideo Cable. (see page 56) Shoulder strap. (see page 21) Instruction Book. 7. Remote Control. (see page 19) (SOL650 only) Lithium Battery for Remote Control. (see page 19) (SCL650 only) Lithium Battery for Clock. (TYPE: 0R2025, see page 21) 8.
IENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder Description of Buttons 1. 2. Start/Stop (see page 27) Self Timer 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 1I. 12. Still (see page 58) WIDE (see page 34) TELE (see page 34) Display (see page 16) _ (Play) (see page 57) ),1_ (FF) (see page 58) << (REW) (see page 58) • (Stop) (see page 57) Counter Reset (see page 58) Zero Return (see page 58) Remote Control Battery Installation You must insert or replace this battery when: - You purchase the camcorder.
IENGLISHI Preparing 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. CAMERA Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the LCD: • WAIT-10S/SELF-30S • WAIT-10S/SELF-END 2 I_ AIT-10S ELF-30S Press START/STOP button to start the timer. : After waiting for 10 seconds, recording starts. : If you have selected SELF-30S, recording stops automatically after 30 seconds. : If you have selected SELF-END, press STARTtSTOP again when you wish to stop recording.
IENGLISH I Preparing Shoulder Strap The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder with complete safety. 1. Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on the camcorder. 2. Put the end of each strap through the buckle, adjust the length of the strap, then pull it tight in the buckle. The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.
IENGLISHI Preparing There are two ways to connect power source. Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording. Using the Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power Adapter 1. Connect the AC PowerAdapter to the AC cord, 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall socket type may be different depending on regional conditions. Connect the other end of the DC cable to DC jack of the camcorder. To set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode. a.
IENGLISH I Preparing How long will the battery last for recording? Depends on how often zoom tens is used in recording. Prepare as many battery packs as possible. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wail socket. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the camcorder. I Turn off the camcorder power, and the recharging indicator will start blinking and begin recharging.
I ENGLISH I Preparing Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type.
IENGLISH I Preparing Battery Level Display The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fully charged 10~40% consumed 40~60% consumed 60~80% consumed 5. (prepare a charged one) 80~95% consumed 6. (change the battery) 100% consumed (camcorder wilt turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) I ;,_,,_.j ............... 3 t ...............4 CCI ............... s ! I ...............
I ENGLISH I Preparing There are several cassette types, depending on: Color system used Recording/playback time. Hi8 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette Check to see if the battery pack is in place or the AC adapter is connected. 1. Press the EJECT button. The compartment opens automatically. Insert the cassette with the transparent window TAPE EJECT facing outward and the protection tab toward the top. 2. Press the PUSH mark until the compartment clicks into place. Note: a.
IENGLISH I Basic Recording Please make these preparations before recording. • Did you connect a power source? (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) • Did you set the power switch to CAMERA position? • • Did you insert a cassette? (see page 26) Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STANDBY is displayed in the OSD • • • (if the red tab of the cassette is opened, STANDBY will not be displayed) Did you open the LENS CAP? Make sure the image you want to record appears in the LCD monitor.
I ENGLISH I Basic Recording To stop recording, press the red START/STOP button again. When Recording stops, STANDBY should be displayed on the LCD. When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically. To use it again, push the red START/STOP button or set the power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power Off feature Js designed to save battery power and to protect the Head Drum and tape.
IENGLISH I Basic Recording • While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. For stable recording, fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it on the hand strap. (refer to figure) • Recording 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Recording 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. with the LCD monitor Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. (see page 20) Place your right elbow against your side. Place your left hand under or next to the LCD to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone.
I ENGLISH I Basic Recording Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which allows you to view recording or playback directly. Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: • Brightness • Color 1. 2. Make sure that the battery pack is in place. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 3. 4. Open the LCD monitor, then the LCD will turn on.
IENGLISH I Basic Recording 9. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD color setting. 10. Press ENTER. • For further adjustment, repeat steps 7, 8, 9. 11. Press the MENU ONtOFF button to end the setting. Notes: • If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, the setting will disappear. • The MENU ONtOFF function will not operate in EASY or CUSTOM mode. Focus: Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
I ENGLISH I Basic Recording You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor, Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and push the switch to PLAYER mode. 2, Insert the tape you have just recorded. Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STOP is displayed on the OSD. 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 beginning.
IENGLISH I Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY The LCD adjustment method in PLAYER mode is identicaI to step number 4 of page 30, except the power switch must be set to PLAYER. Controlling the Sound from the Speaker When you use the LCD monitor while playing back, you can hear sound from the Speaker. Volume of the Speaker is controlled by the UPtDOWN dial tab on the camcorder. If you close the LCD monitor, the LCD monitor and Speaker are turned off.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording Digitat Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the "T" side. We recommend that you use the DIS (SCL630/L650) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 39) "_u 1 _"'- "_51 f Loo_o_OST _ / CLOCK SET f_-_U _oon ......... OFF --":;........ 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 35. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 2. Press the MENU ONtOFF button. • 3. 4. The MENU list wilt appear. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D. ZOOM. CUSTOT_ CLOCK SET SET D ZOO_,I OFF DENO OFF LCDADJUST CUSTOm{ CLOCK SET SET DENO OFF Press ENTER. LCD • 5. The DIGITAL ZOOM setting will change. ADJUST CUSTOTkt SET CLOCK SET DEMO OFF Press the MENU ONtOFF button to end setting.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recordin l Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode. • The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 22). 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode. • Battery level, recording mode, counter, datettime, DIS ( E{_ ) wilt be displayed as the camcorder starts to run.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording You can customize the settings and save them for future use. • The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. UST 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU tist. 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM ..........SET is highlighted. CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE OFF DIS OFF EXIT MENU 4. Press the ENTER button, the CUSTOM menu will appear. • Set the status of each item to what you want. LCD ADJUST 5.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording 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 in the Zoom In mode • Recording a small object close-up • Recording and walking at the same time • Recording through the window of a vehicle 1, Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.
i ENGLISH i Advanced Recording The MFIAF function works in the CAMERA mode only. In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing _, The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording 4. 5. Turn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused. You will obtain a sharp picture after zooming out. 6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY, CUSTOM or MENU mode. BLC works in the CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is placed in front of a window.
[ENGLISHJ Advanced Recording The PROGRAM AE function works in the CAMERA mode only. The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and aperture to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of the field. There are 6 automatic exposure modes. 1. 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 picture. 2.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the P.AE button_the (_:{_') symbol will be displayed. 00000 CUSTOM STBY JAN Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. • No Display : Full Auto mode. Notes: • • The screen status that is changed by the P.AE button will be recorded on the tape. To end the RAE function, press the P.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording The digital effects enable you to give a creative took to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record. There are several DSE modes. (SCL610:8 modes, SCL630/L650:10 modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 6. Normal picture. GHOST: This mode gives the image a dragging effect. (SCL630/L650 only) STROBE: This mode works by inserting a cutting effect on the image.
IENGLISH I Advanced Selecting Recording and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the DSE button, GHOST or SEPIA will be displayed. 3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed. 4. Press the STARTISTOP button to start recording. 5. To exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or several times until no DSE mode is displayed on the LCD. Notes: • • It is recommended that you set the DSE mode in STBY mode.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording Setting and recording the date/time feature works in the CAMERA mode only. You can record the date/time on your tapes, so you will knew when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed on the viewfinder or LCD. Setting a DATE/TIME Setting the DATE/TIME is possibie in STANDBY of CAMERA mode only. 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY. (see page 21) The LITHIUM BATTERY is needed to maintain the clock. 2.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording 7, Press ENTER. • The monthto be reset wilt blink. 000 8. I • CLOCK SET • I ÷q<-_, 2cos • CLOCK SET • I • Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. 000 9. Press ENTER. • Theday to be reset wil) b(ink. 000 10. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure used for setting the year and month. 11. Press ENTER after setting the minute and the clock setting screen will disappear. The selected date and time will then be displayed. Recording 1.
I ENGLISH I Advanced Recording Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only. The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder's memory. You can also select the language of the titles. Selecting a Language and Setting a Title Selecting a language is possible in STANDBY in CAMERA mode only. The factory default language is ENGLISH. You can change the language. 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY or have the AC adapter attached.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording Turn the UP/DOWN diat to select the appropriate language. • You may select languages from ENGLISHIFRENCHt GERMAN/ITALIAN/SPANISH/RUSSIAN. #RENCH GERMAN iTAUAN SPANISH RUSSIAN Press ENTER. • Then,the title list in the languageyou chosewill appear. 8. Turn UP/DOWN dial to whichever TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER. • The selected title wilt appear on the screen for 2 ~ 3 seconds and will disappear. At the same, the camcorder will return to the menu mode.
I ENGLISHI Advanced Recording The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button. Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually appear (fade in). To Stop Recording 3.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording The PIP(Picture-In-Picture) feature works in combination with the DIGITAL ZOOM function by using a smaII, superimposed screen to show an image that is wider than the image being recorded. This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are recording. The PIP function works in CAMERA mode only. 1, Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn on DIGITAL ZOOM. (see page 35) 3, Pressthe MENU ON/OFF button,the MENU List wilI be displayed. 4.
I ENGLISHI Advanced Recording With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder functions like a regular film camera, allowing you to take single still pictures. The SNAP SHOT function operates in the CAMERA mode. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. Aim the Camera at the image you want to record and press the SNAP SHOT button. • At this time, be careful not to shake your camcorder because the image will be blurred.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording 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 good quality color of the image. AUTO: This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. INDOOR: Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience. OUTDOOR: Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience. Setting a White Balance Mode 1. 2.
i ENGLISHi Advanced Recording 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 mode when you are not recording. The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear. 3. Turn the UPIDOWN dial so that DEMO is highlighted. 4.
IENGLISH I Advanced Recording When you use your camcorder, there are only two possible recording environments. You wilt be recording outdoors (Normal recording or through an ND(NeutraI Density) filter). You will be recording indoors (Video light recommended or required). The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of brightness, measured in lux. The following table lists a few common situations, the corresponding level of brightness and any associated recommendations. situations 1. 2.
I ENGLISHI Playing back a Tape To view a tape that you have recorded. Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. There are two ways to see a tape; • To watch with LCD: recommended for outdoor use. • To watch with TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. To view a tape using the LCD monitor in a car or the outdoors. (see page 32) It is practical to use a TV monitor to view tapes indoors. To ptay a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible color system.
IENGLISH I Playing back a Tape Notes: • SCL6101L630/L650 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR are stereo, • connect the audio cable to input "L" of your TV or VCR. You can use an S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have an S-VIDEO connector on your TV. • While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Playback 1. 2. 3. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV.
I ENGLISHI Playing back a Tape To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) Press PHI (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. To resume playback, press IHI (PLAY/STILL) button again. Note: PLAY/STILL Your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to prevent tape and head-drum wear. To locate a scene (picture search) Press _t,-(FF) or _I,9(REW) buttons during playback. To resume normal playback, release the buttons.
IENGLISH I Playing back a Tape The LCD control in PLAYER mode is identical to step 3 of page 30, except the power switch must be set to PLAYER mode. The speaker is turned ON/OFF by opening/closing the LCD. The speaker ON/OFF setting operates when the LCD is opened. When it is set to OFF, the speaker won't turn on even after opening the LCD. 1. 2. 3. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. Press the MENU ONIOFF button, then the MENU list will appear. Turn the UPIDOWN dial to SPEAKER. 4.
[ENGLISH 1 Playing back the Tape This Camcorder can convert an NTSC tape recorded in the SP mode to the "PAL60" format, allowing you to view it on a PAL TV which has Vertical sync adjustment circuitry for 60Hz. - "PAL60" is a special output signal format with which a PAL TV can be used to view a tape recorded by an NTSC recorder. 1. Set POWER switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert an NTSC tape you want to see. 3. Press MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear. 4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to "PAL.CONV.
IENGLISH I Maintenance Cleaning the Viewfinder 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. • Releasing the Eyecap Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the screw counter-clockwise. Pull the EYECAP out. Clean the EYECAP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. • Reattaching the Eyecap Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER. Put the screw back on. Cleaning the LCD panel Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Be carefut not to damage the panel. Cleaning the Video Heads a. b, 1. 2. 3. 4.
[ENGLISH 1 Using Your Camcorder Abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources • • You can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the power used. Color system • You can view your recording on the LCD or viewfinder.
IENGLISH I Troubleshooting Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks. They might save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display E::) Display Blinking slow Inform that,L Action the battery pack is almost discharged Change it to a charged one. the battery pack is fully fast discharged. Change it to a charged battery. TAPE END slow the tape has almost reached its end. Prepare a new one.
I ENGLISHI Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the probtem. If these instructions do not allow you to soive the problem, take a note of: • The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder. • Your warranty, if applicable. Then contact your nearest authorized service center. Symptom - Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. • Check the battery pack (see page 23) or the AC power adapter.
IENGLISH I Troubleshooting Symptom I Explanation/Solution A vertical stripe appears when you record a bright subject against a dark background (candle flame, for example), • The contrast between the subject and the background is too great for the camcorder to operate normally. Make the background bright to reduce the contrast or use the BLC function while you are recording. (see page 41) The image quality on the LCD is poor. • The use of VIEWFINDER is recommended when recording under sunlight.
I ENGLISHI Troubleshooting If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the tens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder has a built-in moisture sensor. If there is moisture inside the camcorder, "DEW" is displayed.
IENGLISH I Specifications These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System " Recording system SCL610tL630tL650 Video signal Usable cassette Tape speed Speed mode Recording time FF or REW time Image device Optical zoom ratio Focal length: f F Filter diameter Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system NTSC color, EIA standard SCL610/L63O/L650 : Hi8 or 8ram SP: 14.345 mm/sec Record: SP only Playback: SP only P6-120:120 min. P6-120: approx. 6.5 rain.
LENGLISH 1 Index 'A- -E- ABROAD ................................................................... 62 AC POWER ADAPTER ............................................. 22 ADJUSTING .............................................................. 30 AF .............................................................................. 40 AUDIO ....................................................................... 56 AUTO FOCUSING .................................................... 40 AUTO MODE ..................
[ENGLISH 1 Index "0 = OPERATION MODE .................................................. 17 OSD ........................................................................... 16 =p. PtP ............................................................................. PLAY.......................................................................... PLAYER..................................................................... PORTRAIT MODE ..................................................... POWER CONSUMPTION .........
[ENGLISH 1 Warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it's option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
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