ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD73/D75/D77 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus ST ST ART/ OP Charge Coupled Device PH SE TIM LF ER OTO DISP LA ZE MEM RO ORY Y B Liquid Crystal Display TE LE X2 SL ST OW ILL F.AD V Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS US PATENT 4415844 WID E A.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
ENGLISH 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 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 long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and power-line surges. 15.
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 cable entry as practical.
ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen 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. LCD screen closed. 1 2. Standard recording by using the LCD screen. 2 90° 3. Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3 90° 4. Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front. 4 90° 5.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. Notices regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from cold outside to warm inside during the winter.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the battery pack - Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notice regarding the LENS - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window. 2. Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. 3.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 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 or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnection system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, moving and still images can be transferred to your PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with your camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC cord 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable AD43-00070A 4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable 6. Shoulder Strap 8. S-VIDEO cable AD39-00028A 6. Shoulder Strap Digital Video Camcorder 5. Instruction Book 7.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 11. Viewfinder 1. Lens 2. REC indicator 10. TFT LCD monitor 9. EASY button 8. CUSTOM button 3. Remote sensor 4. Video Light 5. Hook for hand strap 7. Mode switch 6. Internal MICs 1. Lens 3. Remote sensor 8. CUSTOM button (see page 53) 4. Video Light (see page 61) 9. EASY button (see page 52) 5. Hook for hand strap (see page 20) 10. TFT LCD monitor 6. Internal MICs (Left and Right) 11. Viewfinder (see page 29) ↕ 2. REC indicator 7.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons *SCD73 BLC STOP EDIT— FADE REW PLAY/STILL EDIT+ MF/AF FF SLOW 3. SPEAKER 2. Card Eject Switch (SCD77 only) *SCD75/D77 BLC EDIT— FADE EDIT+ MF/AF DELETE 1. Function buttons PLAYER : (STOP) : (REW) : (PLAY/STILL) : (FF) : (SLOW) 12 CAMERA BLC (see page 55) EDIT – FADE (see page 56) EDIT + MF/AF (see page 54) DSC PLAYER (SCD75/D77 only) DELETE (see page 83) : MEM.– : SLIDE (see page 81) : MEM.+ 2.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever and Volume control 8. OPEN/EJECT button 2. PHOTO button 3. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 7. Audio/Video out 6. External MIC in 5. DV IN/OUT 4. S-VIDEO out 1. Zoom lever and Volume control (see page 31, 37) 2. PHOTO button (see page 59) 3. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) (see page 21) 4. S-VIDEO out 5. DV IN/OUT (see page 70) 6. External MIC in (see page 57) 7. Audio/Video out 8.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 12. Lithium Battery Holder 11. Battery Release button 1. Charging indicator 2. MENU ON/OFF button 3. ENTER/DISPLAY button 4. MENU DIAL 5. LCD open button 6. LIGHT switch 7. Hook for shoulder strap 8. USB jack 10. START/STOP button 9. DC jack 1. Charging indicator (see page 22) 8. USB jack (see page 74) 2. MENU ON/OFF button (see page 32) 9. DC jack (see page 21) 3. ENTER/DISPLAY button 10. START/STOP button (see page 26) 4.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. (FF) 6. (REW) 7. (PLAY) 8.X2 9. (SLOW) START/ STOP SELF TIMER PHOTO DISPLAY ZERO MEMORY 16. DISPLAY 15. Zoom WIDE 14. Zoom TELE WIDE A.DUB TELE 13. A.DUB STILL X2 SLOW F.ADV 12. (STILL) 11. (STOP) 10. Frame Advance 1. PHOTO 9. 2. START/STOP 10. Frame Advance (see page 67) 3. SELF TIMER (see page 18) 11. (STOP) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 68) 12. (STILL) 5. (FF) 13. A.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in Camcoder mode) 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) 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) 9. WIND CUT(see page 46) 10.DATE/TIME (see page 49) 11. Self diagnosis (see page 91) 12.DEW condensation (see page 91) 13.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in DSC mode) ✤ These items are available on models SCD75/D77 only. 31. Folder number-file number (see page 78) 32. Message line (see page 92) 33. Photo mode (FRAME/FIELD) (see page 79) 34. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. 35. CARD (memory) indicator 36. Image recording and loading indicator (see page 76) 37. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recorded still images. 38.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You must insert or replace the lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and – markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery. START/ STOP SELF TIMER PHOTO ZERO MEMORY DISPLAY SELF TIMER TELE STILL X2 SLOW F.
ENGLISH Preparing Lithium Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA. When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025. 1.
ENGLISH Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap is correctly adjusted before you begin recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand strap a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap. b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover. c.
ENGLISH Preparing Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note 1 The plug and wall socket type may be different depending on the country you’re in. 2 3 3.
ENGLISH Preparing Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack To use the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on : - The type and capacity of battery pack you are using. - How much you use the Zoom function. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion 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 connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3.
ENGLISH Preparing Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON EVF ON SB-L110 Approx. 2hr Approx. 1hr 10min Approx. 1hr 30min SB-L220 Approx. 3hr 30min Approx. 2hr 20min Approx. 3hr Time Battery ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the EVF switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time depends on usage.
ENGLISH Preparing Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a. b. c. d. e. Fully charged 10% used Half used Mostly used Completely used (flickers) (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please refer to the table on page 23 for approximate continuous recording times. ✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions. The recording time decreases in a cold environment.
ENGLISH Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ 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 cassette holding mechanism opens automatically. 2.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source. (see page 21) (Battery pack or AC 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. ■ Set the mode switch to CAMCORDER position. (SCD75/D77 only) ■ Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STBY is displayed. ■ If the protection tab of the cassette is open, 'TAPE' will flash on the display.
ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power. Edit Search ✤ You can view a recording using with the EDIT +, – function in STBY mode.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it 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.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; ■ Brightness ■ Color 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or PLAYER position. MENU ON/OFF 2. Open the LCD screen, the LCD switches on. ENTER 3. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. DISPLAY 4.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a recording on the LCD ✤ You can view 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 turn it to the PLAYER position. 1 2. Insert the tape you want to view. 3. Open the LCD screen and make sure that STOP is displayed. Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or the color if necessary. 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the start point.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 29) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - If you do not want to hear the sound, set SPEAKER to OFF in the menu. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using the Various Functions ● Selecting Power switch the menu item CAMERA Mode switch CAMCORDER mode Functions in menu LCD ADJUST CUSTOM SET DIS PIP DIGITAL ZOOM PROGRAM AE DSE SELECT WHITE BALANCE SHUTTER SPEED IRIS REC MODE REC LAMP WIND CUT AUDIO MODE PHOTO MODE DISPLAY DATE/TIME DEMO CLOCK SETTING DSC mode (SCD75/D77 only) PHOTO MODE QUALITY MEMORY FORMAT LCD ADJUST CUSTOM SET DIS PIP DIGITAL ZOOM PROGRAM AE DSE SELECT WHITE BALANCE SHUTTER SPEED IRIS DISPLAY DATE/TIME
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● Availability of functions in each mode Requested Mode Operating Mode Digital functions DIS DIS Digital Special Effects D.ZOOM PHOTO PIP Sub OTHER EFFECTS O O O ✕ O O O O O ✕ ✕ ✕ q q D.ZOOM O PHOTO ✕ ✕ PIP O O q GHOST q O q ✕ O O O ✕ DSE OTHER EFFECTS q q O : The requested mode will work with the operating mode. q : The requested mode will override the operating mode. ✕ : The requested mode is disabled.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● LCD ADJUST ✤ The LCD ADJUST 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) correctly, 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. 1.
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. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ✤ The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PIP feature works by using a small, superimposed screen to show an image that is wider than the image being recorded. (Ex. Digital Zoom). This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are recording. 1. Set the camcoder to CAMERA mode. (MENU) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PIP. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using a variable zoom speed. ✤ Use these features for different shots; Please note that over use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.
ENGLISH 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 DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn MENU DIAL to D.ZOOM. (MENU) SP STBY LCD ADJUST CUSTOM SET DIS............................OFF PIP............................OFF D.ZOOM ..................
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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The DSE function works 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. a b c d e f g h i j b.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect MENU ON/OFF 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. ENTER 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. DISPLAY 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DSE SELECT. 4. Press ENTER to enter the sub-menu. 5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode. ■ Press ENTER to confirm the DSE mode. – In MAKE-UP mode, a MENU list for selecting RED/GREEN/BLUE /YELLOW will appear. (MENU) SP STBY CUSTOM SET DIS............................OFF PIP.................
ENGLISH 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 good quality color of the image. ■ ■ ■ ■ AUTO : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. HOLD : Fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.
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. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight SHUTTER.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● IRIS ✤ The IRIS function 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 will be closed more, and the image will be darker. ■ You can select one of the following. AUTO : It selects the iris value for the proper exposure. MANUAL: 0 ~ 29 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (MENU) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. ■ 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 DVM60 tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3.
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) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ This camcorder records the sound in two ways. (12BIT, 16BIT) ■ 12BIT: You can record two 12bit 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. ■ 16BIT: You can record one high quality stereo sound track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DISPLAY ✤ The DISPLAY function works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. ✤ You can select the output path of OSD (On Screen Display). ✤ There are two ways; ■ LCD: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and EVF only. ■ LCD/V-OUT: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, EVF and TV. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DISPLAY. 4. To select the DISPLAY mode, press the ENTER button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ 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. ■ The menu list will appear. (MENU) SP STBY REC LAMP ...............OFF WIND CUT ...............OFF AUDIO MODE ..........12BIT PHOTO MODE.........FIELD DISPLAY..............
ENGLISH 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 mode when you are not recording. ✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMO mode is set to OFF. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DEMO. (MENU) WIND CUT ...............
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● CLOCK SET ✤ The CLOCK can only be set in the CAMERA mode. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded on a tape. Before recording, set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CLOCK SET. 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. (MENU) SP STBY AUDIO MODE ..........12BIT PHOTO MODE.........FIELD DISPLAY.........
ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM Mode ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in 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 ✤ If you are inexperienced with camcorders, we recommend that you make use of the Auto Focus mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA mode. ✤ 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’s face 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ 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 FADE 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). ➔ 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in the SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal, or an external microphone. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing sound with microphone 1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode ■ If you want to use the external microphone, connect the microphone to the external MIC input on the camcorder. 2.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Playing back dubbed Audio 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU ON/OFF button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight AUDIO SEL. 3. Press ENTER to enter the sub-menu. (MENU) SP STOP LCD ADJUST PHOTO SEARCH AUDIO SEL ..............SOUND1 SPEAKER.................ON REC MODE ..............SP DISPLAY...................LCD : MENU 4. Using the the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel. ■ Press ENTER to confirm the audio playback channel and return to main menu.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO ✤ The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in CAMERA mode. ✤ You can select one of these PHOTO modes ; ■ FIELD : You can record a normal resolution still picture. ■ FRAME: You can record a high resolution still picture. – If you shoot a fast moving subject in this mode, you may get a duplicated still picture. – We recommend you use this mode to shoot a motionless object. 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Taking still pictures 1. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The still picture appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder. ■ To quit the PHOTO mode without recording, press the PHOTO button again. 2. Press the START/STOP button. ■ The still picture (with sound) is recorded for about 8 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO recording, PHOTO mode is canceled. Notes ■ ■ ■ To record the still picture with audio, you must press the START/STOP button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using the VIDEO LIGHT ✤ VIDEO LIGHT works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. ✤ VIDEO LIGHT works in SP mode only. – If you turn on the LIGHT in LP mode, the LIGHT indicator ( ) “LP” will blink in the LCD. Danger ■ ■ ■ ■ The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques ✤ The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of light, measured in lux. ✤ The following table lists a few common conditions of usage, along with the corresponding level of brightness and any associated lighting recommendations. Situations • Snow-covered mountains or fields. • Sandy beach on a hot summer’s day. • Sunny around midday. • Sunny day in the middle of the afternoon. • Overcast day around midday.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for better results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 1 2. Downward recording. 2 Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3. Upward recording. 3 Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the bottom. 4.
ENGLISH Playing back a tape ✤ To watch a tape you recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. To watch with the LCD ✤ View a tape using the LCD when a TV is not available. To watch with a TV monitor ✤ To play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible color system. ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source of the camcorder. Connecting to a TV with Audio and Video input jacks 1. Connect the camcorder and TV with the Audio/Video cable.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the comcorder and VCR with the Audio/Video cable. ■ The yellow plug : Video ■ The white plug : Audio(L) ■ The red plug : Audio(R) – STEREO only 2. Connect a TV with the VCR. 3. Set the power switch of camcorder to PLAYER. 4. Turn on the TV and VCR. ■ Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW, SLOW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2 buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 3 minutes in STILL or SLOW mode. Playback pause ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback or Slow playback. ✤ To resume playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Frame advance (To playback frame by frame) ✤ Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control in Still mode. The F.ADV function function works in still mode only. ✤ To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. START/ STOP SELF TIMER PHOTO ZERO MEMORY DISPLAY WIDE A.DUB TELE X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) STILL X2 ✤ Forward X2 Playback ■ Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback. ■ To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ZERO MEMORY SP STOP M 0:20:00 33MIN ✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or recording at the point you want to return to later.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connection Connecting with DV (Digital Video) device ✤ Connecting with other DV standard products. ■ DV standard connecting is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port with the correct cable. !!! Be careful. There are two types of DV port. (4pin, 6pin) this camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ● System requirements ■ CPU : faster Intel ® Pentium IIITM 450Mhz compatible Operating system : Windows® 98SE, ME, Mac OS Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card ■ ■ ■ (Not Supplied) 6Pin Recording with DV connecting cable 4Pin 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) to the DV IN/OUT port of the camcorder and to the DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device.
ENGLISH USB interface Transferring Digital Image by USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer the still image from the camera, tape, memory or Smart Media Card to PC without other optional add-on cards via USB connection. ✤ You can transfer the image to PC via USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to PC, you must install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
ENGLISH USB interface Program installation 1. 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive. - Installation selection screen appears in the monitor. 2. If the Installation selection screen does not appear after inserting CD, click “Run” on the Windows “Start” menu and execute SETUP.EXE file to begin installation. - When CD-ROM drive is set to “D:” drive: type “D:\setup.exe” and press Enter. 3. Click a button to install the selected software. ■ USB Driver ■ USB Software ■ Photo Editing Software 6.
ENGLISH USB interface Install the Photo editing Software (Photo SuiteTM) 7. 4. Repeat steps 1~3. 5. When you see the Start window, click “Photo SuiteTM” to continue installation. 6. Select a language and click “OK”. 8. 7. When the dialog box appears, click the “NEXT” button. 8. When the License Agreement window appears, click the “YES” button. 9. Choose the Destination Folder: ■ To install to default folder, click “NEXT” ■ To install to different folder, click “Browse” and select another folder. 9. 10.
ENGLISH USB interface Connection with PC 1. Connect USB cable into USB connector on the PC. 2. Connect USB cable into the proper terminal of camcorder. (USB jack) Notes ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 74 If you disconnect the USB cable from PC or camcorder during data transfer, the data may be damaged. If you connect the USB cable to PC via USB HUB or connect the USB cable with other USB devices simultaneously, The camcorder may not work properly.
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ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) SmartMediaCard and Built – in Memory ✤ The SmartMediaCard (SMC) or Built-in Memory (4MB) store and manage still images recorded by the camera.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Inserting and ejecting the SmartMediaCard (SCD77 only) ● Inserting card 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the SmartMediaCard into the CARD slot located beneath the camcorder in the direction of the arrow. ● Ejecting card D S C 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Open the LCD monitor. 3. Slide down the Card Eject switch and pull out the card.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Structure of folders and files on the Smart Media Card and built- in memory ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved as JPEG files on the card or memory. DCIM 100 SSDVC DCAM 0001 DCAM 0002 ... D S C ✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder. ■ A file number from DCAM0001 to DCAM9999 is assigned to each recorded image in order. ■ Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded on the CARD or in MEMORY .
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Selecting the quality of image ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. PHOTO MODE select ✤ This function is the same as PHOTO in the CAMCORDER mode. (see page 59) Select the quality of image 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA Mode and set the mode switch to DSC. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight QUALITY. 4. Press ENTER to enter the sub-menu. 5.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Recording Still images to an SMC or MEMORY ✤ It is impossible to record a moving Picture onto a SmartMediaCard or built-in memory. ✤ Audio can not be recorded onto a card or memory. Recording images to a card or memory DSC CAMCORDER 1. Set the mode switch to DSC. D S C PHOTO 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3. Press the PHOTO button to capture the image.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Viewing Still images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on SmartMediaCard or built-in memory. ✤ There are 2 ways to view recorded images. ■ Single : To view a image frame by frame ■ Slide show :To view all images automatically in order To view a Single image 1. Set the mode switch to DSC. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. ■ The last recorded image appears.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Protecting from accidental erasure ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. ■ If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. (MENU) 1. Set the mode switch to DSC. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. ■ The last recorded image appears. ■ If there are no recorded images on the Smart Media Card, NO STORED IMAGE and MEM. will blink on the screen. D S C 3. Using the (MEM.+) and : MENU (MEM.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the SmartMediaCard or built-in memory. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, release the image protection first. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. ● FILE DELETE ● (MENU) 1. Set the mode switch to DSC. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 3. Using the (MEM.+) and (MEM._) buttons, search the still image that you want to delete. ■ Press the DELETE button.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Marking images for printing (SCD77 only) ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can print images recorded on a SmartMediaCard on a DPOF supporting printer. (It is not necessary to interface the Camera through your computer.) ✤ Images on a SmartMedia Card must be marked before they can be printed. There are 3 ways to mark a DPOF mark. ■ SELECTED : To print a number of sheets of the same image.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) SELECTED 6. “DPOF000” and “DPOF SELECT000” appear on the screen. 7. Using the MENU DIAL to select the number of copies you want to print of a selected image and press ENTER. ■ You can print up to 999 copies of one image. 8. Using the (MEM.+) and (MEM._) select another image that you want to mark. DPOF000 DPOF SELECT 005 : FF/REW : MENU 9. To exit the menu, press the MENU ON/OFF. D S C ALL1 6. “DPOF001” appears on the screen. 7.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Formatting a SMC or built-in memory ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on a SmartMediaCard and built-in memory, including protected images. ✤ The format function restores a SmartMediaCard or built-in memory to initial state. ✤ The SmartMediaCard supplied with this camcorder has already been formatted.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD75/D77 only) Copying still images to a cassette ✤ You can copy images on the SMC or built-in memory to a cassette. ✤ There are 2 ways to copy images from a card or memory to a cassette ■ Single ■ ALL 1. Set the mode switch to CAMCORDER. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. (MENU) FILE COPY (MEMORY→ FILE DELETE PROTECT SET DPOF LCD ADJUST DISPLAY...................LCD ) : MENU 3. Locate the point on the cassette where you want to start copying and set it to stop.
ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ Leaving the battery pack on the camcorder after completing recording will reduce battery life. After completing a recording session 1. Slide the EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow ■ Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically. ■ Wait until the tape is completely ejected. 1 2. After removing the tape, close the door and store the camcorder in a dust free environment.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the viewfinder 1 2 3 4 ● Releasing the Eyecup 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the two screws counter-clockwise. 2. Pull EYECUP out. 3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. ● Reattaching the Eyecup 4. Put the EYECUP on the VIEWFINDER. 5. Refit the screws.
ENGLISH Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources ■ ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet. Color system ■ You can view your recording in the viewfinder.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display 2MIN TAPE END TAPE TAPE C.EMG D.EMG L.EMG R.EMG DEW Blinking slow fast slow no slow slow slow slow Informs that... the battery pack is almost discharged. the battery pack is fully discharged. When the remaining time of the tape is about 3 minutes. the tape reached its end.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in DSC made Display 92 Blinking NO MEMORY! slow MEMORY IS FULL NO STORED IMAGE slow slow CONFIRM WRITE PROTECTION CONFIRM PROTECTION Informs that... Action Change to a new card or erase recorded image. Record new images. slow There no card or memory in the camcorder. The CARD or memory is damaged. There is not enough memory to record. There are no images recorded on the SMC or memory. The card or memory is record protected. Insert a card.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, contact your nearest authorized service center. Symptom You cannot switch the camcorder on Explanation/Solution Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. START/STOP button does not operate while recording Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette. The camcorder goes off automatically.
ENGLISH Specifications Model name: SCD73/D75/D77 System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter NTSC standards 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette SP: approx. 18.81mm/s LP: approx. 12.56mm/s SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60) LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) Approx. 150 sec.
ENGLISH Specifications General Power source Power source type Power consumption (Recording) Operating temperature Storage temperature External dimension Weight Built-in MIC Remote control DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Power supply (100V~240V) 50/60Hz 6.5W(LCD), 5.2W(EVF) 0˚~40˚C (32˚F~104˚F) -20˚C ~ 60˚C (-4˚F ~ 140˚F) Length 153mm(6.22 in.), Height 93mm(3.66 in.), Width 87mm(3.43 in.) 595g (1.
ENGLISH INDEX -A- -P- ART ......................................................................................................................40 AUDIO MODE ......................................................................................................47 AF .........................................................................................................................54 PAL ..................................................................................................................
ENGLISH 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.
ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. 105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park N.J 07660-0511 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungusa.
