[ENGLISH 1 Video Camcorder 8ram COLOR LCD SCL700/L710/L750/L770 Hi[] SCL7001L7101L7501L770 Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
IENGLISHI Contents Notices and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Descnpt_ons • Front V_ewSFdeV_ewRear V_ew • OSD [On Screen Dtsplayl Accessones SupRhed w_ththe Camcorder Remote Control iSCL710 L750 L770 onlyl • Self Timer Recording 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 19 Preparing Ad ust_n the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap Ltt_lum [_atter_ Installation Connecting the Power Source • To use the AC Power Adapter • To use the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack • Continuous Recording t_metable •
I ENGLISH_ Contents (continued) ProqramAE (Automatic Exposurel DSE IDrgttal Special Effects_ in CAMERA mode Settm and Recordln DATE TIME SeIec_ng and Recor_ng a T_tle Fade hqand Out PIP (SCL750,L770 onry;; Snap Shot ISCL750,L770 only; White Balance Demonstration Setting the Date Title color Lightrng Techniques 42 44 46 48 5O 51 52 53 54 55 56 Playing back a Tape To watch with LCD To watch wtth TV monttor Various Functrons in PLAYER mode Adjusting the LCD Setting the S_p_eaker QNIOFF DSE i_ PLAYER mode
IENGLISHI Notices Notices and Safety regarding rotation Instructions of LCD screen Please rotate t_e LCD screen carefully as illustrated Unintended rotation may cause da['nage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to [he Camcorder 1] LCD street, crosed 2) 2] Standard recording by using the LCD screer, 31 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 51 Making a recording with the LCD screen close
I ENGLISH_ Notices and Safety Instructions Notices 1) regarding electronic viewfinder Do not place the camcorder so that the 2 vlewflndef is pointing towards the sun Direct sunlight can damage the msrde of the vieMinder Be careful when p[acm9 the camcorder under sunlight or by a window 2) Do not p_ck up the camcorder by the vieMmder 3_ Unintended rotabon may cause damage to the v_ewf_nder Notices regarding X 3 X I, moisture condensation 1) A sudden nse _natmosphenc temperature may cause conden
IENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions Notices "l' regarding the battery pack Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outaoors ,,l, To preserve battery power keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating rt ,,l, 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 ,,l, It is a good idea to use the v,ewflnder instead of the LCD when recor
I ENGLISH_ Notices and Safety Instructions Notices with Recording or Playback by using LCD 1) The LCD monitor is manufactured by using high precrslon technology 2) However there may de some tiny specks I red, blue or green in colorj that appear on the LCD monitor These specks are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way When using the LCD monitor outdoors m direct sunlight It may be difficult to view If this occurs use the vlewflnder 3_ The LCD monitor's OSD ,s turned off when the
LENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions ___ //'/'J_'X'X, consbtute risk product of fire ors electric shock / ', magn_tude dangerous to voltaqe withina the enclosure that may be of sufhclent 1 ] //',, This symbol //'k This symbol is ts intended intended to to alert alert the the user user to to the the presence presence of of important unmsulated / '|, ', operating and malnterlance irlstructlonsm the literatureaccompanylrlg / Z 'k this product To prevent electnc shock match w_d
[ ENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure retiabte 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.
IENGLISHI 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, unptug 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.
[ ENGLISHI Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to caII 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 he connected to the grounding system of the building as cIose to the point of cable entry as practical.
IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back Snap Shot (SCL750/L770 only) The Snap Shot function lets you record an object at a standst=ll for a I=m,tedt=me =nCamera mode I'see page 521 PIP (SCL750/L770 only) The PIP function shows where thecenter of the image is while recording ,nD,gital Zoom of the Camera mode qsee page 51 BLC When you record a sublect w_th the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use
I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 3 REC SEARCH - (REW), 4 REC SEARCH '+ (FF) 2 PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) 5 DATE/TIME (STOP) 6 TAPE EJECT 7 EVF 13 VIDEO LIGHT I LENS 9 Remote Sensor 10 LCD 8 MIC I1 CUSTOM 12 EASY 2 3 4 5 Lens (see page 72) 6 TAPE EJECT (see page 26) Use when ejecting the tape PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) (see page 58) PLAY.
IENGLISHI Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 24 BLC MENU ON/OFF 23 FADE 15 ENTER (MF) 16 UP/DOWN Dtal (VOLUME) 20 SPEAKER 22 LCD Open-- 17 S-VIDEO out 18 PAE 19 DSE 21 Ltth=umBattery 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 kIF works in CAMERA mode (see page 40] 16 UP/DOWN dial (VOLUME) UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode (see page 30] VOLUME works tn PLAYER mode qsee page 60_ 19 DSE (see page 44) DSE works ,n C
I ENGLISH_ Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 25 ZOOM 36 BATTERY EJECT 26 CASSETTE Compa_ment 37 28 AUDIONIDEO Out $?__ 39 USB JACK (SCL770 only) 32 START/STOF • 35 Battery Pack '_'-- 33 External MIC It-, (SCL750/L770 only) LENS Cap 38 Recharging Ind=cator 34 DC Jack 30 Hand Strap 31 POWER Sw=tch 25 ZOOM (see page 34) 33 External MIC (SCL750/L770 only) (see page 72) 26 34 DC Jack (see page 22) 27 Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 21) 35 Battery Pack Compartment (see page 23) 28 A
IENGLISHI Getting OSD (On to Know Screen Your Camcorder Display) •t, •t, You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operaLed even after the OSD is Lurnedoff •t, The OSD is displayed _nthe vtewfinder and the LCD monitor a Zoom position (see page 34) Indicates zoom postL_on b DIS (SCL7501L770 only) (see page 39) Indtcates DIS ts activated c mode bat r sq Battery level (see page 25) Indicates the power left in the bat
I ENGLISH_ Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) J T=me(see page 46) Indicates the time you are recordFn9 k T=tle see page 48 ndlcates the recorded tlte you have set It _ssupenmposed on the scene I Self dmgnosls (see page 68) Displays different diagnostic indicators concerning the camcorder s operation rn DSE (D=g=talSpecml Effect) (see page 44) Indicates the DSE mode _sactwated Theoperatron modesare GHOST STROBE SEPIA B&W NEG MIRROR ART MOSArC 169(WIDE_andCINEMA n Wh=te Balance mode (
[ENGLISH] Getting to Know Accessories Supplied Your Camcorder with Camcorder "Vlake sure Lhat the followtng bastc accessories are supphed with your camcorder I AC PowerAdapter Basic Accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 AC PowerAdapter (see page 221 AC cord {see page 221 Battery Pack isee page 23) Audio/Video Cable qsee page 57_ Shoulder strap (see page 21) Instruction Book Remote Control {see page "91 ['SCL7"fO/L750/L770 only) 8 Dthtum Battery for Remote Control ['see page 19){SCL710/L75O/L770 onlyl Dthtum Bat
I ENGLISHJ Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL 710/L 750/L 770 only) Description of Buttons 1 2 Start/Stop (see page 27] Self Timer 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Still Isee page 59) WIDE (see page 34; TELE ['see page 341 Display tsee page 16; _.- {Play) {see page 581 _-I_-(FF] {see page 591 .ql< (REW) isee page 59; • (Stopl isee page 58) Counter Reset (see page 59; Zero Return {see page 591 3 1 -...
IENGLISHI Preparing 1 Set power sw_tch to CAMERA mode ' CAMERA _r -J_{r -- --_--, / / 2 Press Self Timer button until the appropriate tnd,cator ts disprayed on the LCD • WAIT-10S/SELF-30S • WAIT-10S/SELF-END IIL 3 Press START/STOP button to start the ttmer [ 3 the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap Hand Strap It ts very rmportant to adJust the hand strap for better recording The hand strap enables you to - Hold the camcorder tn a stable comfortable posibon - Press the Zoom and [he red Record bu
I ENGLISH_ Preparing Shoulder Strap + 1 2 The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder withcomplete safety Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on the cai'ncorder Put the end of each strap through the buckle adjust the length of the strap then pull it tight m the buckle Lithium Battery Installation "I' 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 ,,I, The lithium battery for the camcorde
LENGLISHI Preparing Connecting the Power Source 4" There are b.'_o ways to connect powersource Usingthe AC PowerAdapter used for indoor recording Using the Battery Pack used for outdoor recording To use the AC Power Adapter 1 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter [o the AC cord Connect the AC cord to a wall socket Note 3 4 The plug and ;,.
I ENGLISH_ Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long wtll the battery last for recording 9 ,,l, Depends on how often zoom ts used m recording Prepareas many batterypacks as posstble Recharging the Battery Pack 1 Attach the batterypack to the camcorder ', lilr 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter to [he AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket 3 Connect the DC cadre to the DC Jack of the camcorder Turn off the car'ncorder power and the recharging _ndlcator 4 will start blinking and begin rechargin
[ENGLISHI Preparing Using the Battery Pack Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type Model Battery SCL700 L710 SCL750 L770 LCD ON E/IF OFF LCD OFF EVF Or4 LCD ON EVF OFF LCD OFF EVF ON Appro>'kmatel7 90 r=III}L_[_S Apprc>'kmatel/ 130 m_nute_ Apprl3zHIiateFy 80 minutes Appro×lma[ely 120 minutes SB-L16:_ Approykmatel/ 130 m_nute_ ApprcYkmately 190 m_nutes Approzlmately 120 mlrlu[es Appro×lmacely 160 minutes SB-Ld2O Approykmatel/ 260 m_nutes ApprcYkmately 390 m_nutes
[ ENGLISHI Preparing Battery Level Display •t- The battery tevel display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. Fully charged 2. 10+40%consumed 3. 40+60% consumed 4. 60+80% consumed (preparea charged one) 5. 80+95% consumed (change the battery) 6. 100%consumed (camcorderwifl turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) •t•t- _ 1 JI _ 2 3 ! _°_+'_ 5 t \ , 6 Please refer to the table on page 24 for approximate continuous recording times.
[ENGLISHI Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette 4, There are several cassette types depending on Color system used Recording/playback ttme Hr8 Insertmg and Ejecting a Cassette 4" Check to see tf the battery pack ts _n place or the AC adapter _s connected t Press the EJECT button The compartment opens automattcally Insert the cassette ;',,tth the transparent wtndow facing outward and the protectton tab toward the top 2 Press the PUSH mark untg the compartment chcks mto place a Note a When you h
I ENGLISH_ Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Please make these preparations before recording • Did you connect a power source? (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapterl • Did you set the power switch to CAMERA positron? CAMERA LS.
IENGLISHI Basic Recording b. Tostop recording, pressthe red START/STOPbutton again. When Recordingstops, STANDBYshould be displayed on the LCD. [ When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STANDBYmode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically,To use it again, pushthe red START/STOP buttonor set the power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA,This Auto PowerOff feature is designedto save batterypower and to protect the Head Drum and tape.
I ENGLISH_ Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording • While recording • For stable recording fix the LENS cap firmly by chpp_ng _ton the hand strap (refer to figure) Recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 with the LCD monitor I I i ', iI I with the Vmwfinder 5 Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap (see page 20) Place your nght elbow against your srde Place your left hand under the carncorder to support tt Do not touch the bufl[-tn mtcrophone Choose a comfortable stable posrbon for the shots
[ENGLISHI Basic Recording AdJusting the LCD + Yourcamcorder is equippedwith a 2 Sinch color LiquidCrystal D_splay{LCD; screen which allowsyou to wew recording or playback directly Depending on the conditions _nwhich you are using the camcorder undoors or outdoors for examplel, you can adjust • Brightness • Color 1 2 Make sure that the battery pack is in prace Set the power switch to CAMERA mode [see page 22_ 3 Open the LCD monitor then the LCD will turn on 4 Press the MENU ON/OFF button the MENU lis
I ENGLISH_ Basic Recording 9 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD color setting 10 Press ENTER • 1I For further adjustment repeat steps 7, 8, 9 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end the settm 9 Notes • If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, the settm 9 w_ll disappear • The MENU ON/OFF function wdl not operate _nEASY mode Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER Focus: Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDERto focus the p_cture A
[ENGLISHI Basic Recordin 9 Playing back a tape on the LCD ,,t, You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD mon,tor •t, Make sure that the battery pack Is In place Hold down [rle tab of the power switch and push the switch to PLAYER mode 1 2 Insert the tape you have just recorded r f2 ,' ,,,--"_ :__'_-_ , 3 Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STOP is displayed on the OSD Adjust the angle of the LOB monitor and set the brightness or the color ,f necessary 4 Press the _'
[ ENGLISHI Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY The LCD adjustmentmethod in PLAYERmode is identicalto step number 4 of page 30, exceptthe power switchmust be set to PLAYER. Controlling •t, •t, 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 UP/DOWN dial tab on the camcorder. •t, if you close the LCD monitor, the LCD monitor and Speaker are turned off.
[ENGLISHI Advanced Zooming Recording In and Out '_ ÷ Zoom works _n CAMERA mode onry Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the stze of the subject tn the p_cture For more professtonal '_ Iooktng recordings do not use the zoom functton too often You can also choose from two zoom speeds to suit d_fferent needs • Gradual zoom 19-12 seconds from TELE/WlDE to WlDE/TELEI '_ • Htgh-Speed zoom 1'3-6 seconds from TELE/WlDE to WlDE/TELE) rise these features for d_fferent shots, please note tha
I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording Digital Zoom + + Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode on4y Zooms more than 22x are performed d_gltally + + The p_cture quahty detenorates as you go towards the T' s_de We recommend that you use the DIS {SCL750/L770_ feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability {see page 391 L:[5 _C [51_" OZO2H , gErl ZT • _,'_ - rl r,ff,T r :r,,, Set the power switch to CAMERA mode i'see page 221 • Open the LCD monitor and adjust trle LCD monitor so as to see comfortably 2 "V
[ENGLISHI Advanced Recording Setting the DIGITAL '{' ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL750/L770 1 Set the power sw_tch to CAMERA mode (see page 22] 2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button • only) The DIGITALZOOM feature ts explainedon page 35 L:D Z_DJJ$" [;Zi The MENU hst wtll appear :'1 - .
I ENGLISH_ Advanced EASY Mode Recording (for Beginners) Even a beginner can easrly make a recording using the EASY mode • The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode I Set the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 22) 2 By pressrng 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 date/time.
[ENGLISH] Advanced CUSTOM.Creating •t. Recording your own customized recording settings You can customize the settings and save them for future use • The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode u:D_DJJ_T GI_ Gz__r, _1_ 1 Set the power switch to CAMERA mode ITZ_ ' irl£ 2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to bring up the MENU list :FF :FF :FF .
I ENGLISH] Advanced DIS (Digital Recording Image Stabilizer, SCL 750/L 770 only) •I, The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only •I, DIS (Digital Image Stabllzeo is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder ['within reasonable limits) + 1 2 • Recording rn the Zoom Inmode • Recording a small obJeCt crose-up • Record,ng through the w,ndow of a vehmre It prov,des more stable plctures when l Record,ng and walklng at the same
[ENGLISHI Advanced Recordin 9 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) 4, The r,4F/AF function works in the CAMERA mode only •t, In most situations tt ts 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 focumng _nadequate 4, Auto Focusing ,,I, The AF ['AutoFocus) mode is set automaticallywhen you switchon the Power sw_tch *l, if you are inexpenenced w_th camcorders t
I ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin 9 4 Turn the UP/DOWN d_al up or down until the object ,s focused 5 You wdl obtain a sharp p_cture after zooming out 6 To return toAFqAuto Focus) press the MF button again MF icon will d_sappear Note The MF function will not operate in EASY mode BLC BLC works rn the CAMERA mode Back lighting exists when the sub;ect is darker than the background The subject is placed in front of a window The person to de recorded _sweanng white or shiny clothes and is placed against a d
[ENGLISHI Advanced PROGRAM 4, Recordin 9 AE (Automatic Exposure) The PROGRAM AE function works rn the CAMERA mode only 4, The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and aperture to su_t d_fferent recording conditions They give you creative control over the depth of the field •X, There are 6 auLomatlc exposure modes 1 AUTO mode • • Auto balance between the subject and the background To be used rn normal conditions • The shutter speed automatrcally varies from 1/60 to 1/250 second depe
[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recordin 9 Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the powerswitchto CAMERAmode. 2. Press the P.AE button, the (_) symbol will be displayed. 3. Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. • No Display : Full Auto mode. Notes: • • • The P.AE mode chosen will be recorded on the tape. To end the RAE function, press the RAE button once or several times, until the RAE Icon is no longer displayed. The RAE function will not operate in EASY mode.
[ENGLISHI Advanced Recording DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode The dtgital effects enable you to give a creattve look to your recordtng by adding various spectal effects 4" Select the appropnate dtg_tal effect for the type of p_cture that you wtsh to record 4, There are several DSE modes (SCL700/L710 1 2 3 4 5 8 modes SCL750/L770 10 modes) Normal pcture GHOST Thts mode gtves the image a dragging effect (SCL750/L770 only) STROBE Thts mode works by inserting a cuttrng effect on the tmage Ther
[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recording Selecting 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 START/STOP 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.
[ENGLISH] Advanced Recording Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME "t, Setting and recording the date/time feature works in the CAMERA mode only ,,t, You can record the date/ttme on your tapes so you wtll know when t[ ;',,as made The date and brae are recorded ',_henever they are displayed or, the vrewf_nder or LCD Setting a DATE/TIME •t, Settingthe DATE/TIMEis possiblein CAMERASTANDBYmode only Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY {see page 2II The LITHIUM BATTERY is needed to maintai
[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recording 7. Press ENTER. • The monthto be reset will blink. IZ00 AM _J_,_l 2oo_ CLOCK SETFING 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. _EXIT _ 9. Press ENTER. • 11. Press ENTER after setting the minute and the clock setting screen will disappear. The selected date and time will then be displayed. Recording 4. the DATE/TiME Make sure that you have set the DATE/TIME. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.
[ENGLISHI Advanced Selecting Recordin 9 and Recording a Title •t, •t, Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored ,n the camcorder's •t, You can also select the language of the titles Selecting a Language memory and Setting a Title •t, Selectrng a language is possible in CAMERA STANDBY mode only •t, The factory default language is ENGLISH You can change the language " Make sure that you have _nstalled the L
[ ENGLISHI Advanced Recordin 9 6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. • You may select languages from ENGLISH/FRENCH/ GERMAN/ITALIAN/SPANISH/RUSSIAN. 7. Press ENTER. • Then, the title list in the languageyou chose will appear. 8. Turn UP/DOWNdial to whichever TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER. • The selected title will appear on the screen for 2 ~ 3 seconds and will disappear. At the same, the camcorder will return to the menu mode.
[ENGLISH] Advanced Fade '_ '_ In and Recordin l Out The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only You can give your Nms a professional look by using special effects such as fading _nand out at the beglnn,ng or end of a sequence To Start Recording I Before recording, hold down the FADE button The picture and sound gradually disappear bade out) 2 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 Recordi
I ENGLISH_ Advanced Recording PIP (Picture-In-Picture, SCL750/L 770 only) The PIPI Picture-ln-Picture_ feature works in combination with the DIGITAL ZOOM function by using a small, superimposed screen to show an _r'qagethat _sw_der than the _r'qagebeing 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 sw_tch to CAMERA mode 2 Turn on DIGITAL ZOOM 3 Press the MENU ON/OFF button the MENU Dst qsee page 35) CAMERA
[ENGLISHI Advanced Recordin_l Snap Shot (SCL750/L770 only) "t- With the SNAP SHOT feature your camcorder functions like a regular film camera, allowing you to take single sNI p_ctures The SNAP SHOT function operates in the CAMERA mode I Set the power switch to CAMERA mode II c*.
I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording White Balance •t, •t, WHITE BALANCE ts a recording functton that preserves trle unique color of tr]e object in any recordtng condttlon You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtam good tmage color quahty AUTO Thts mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically INDOOR q-:- I Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambtence OUTDOOR (_ ; Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience Settmg a Wh=te Balance Mode I 2 Set the
[ENGLISH] Advanced Recording Demonstration "t, Demonstratton automaLfcally shows you Lhemajor funcbons that are tncluded wtLh your CarT]COrderso that you may use them more easily ,,t, The DEMO funcLfon _sonly avatlable tn CAMERA mode when tape ts not tn Lhecamcorder •t, The DemonsLratton operates repeaLedly until the POWER swtLch rs seL to OFF I Set the power swttch to CAMERA mode 2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button then the MENU Itst wtll appear 3 Turn the UP/DOWN d_al so that DEMO _shtgh[tghted 4
I ENGLISHJ Advanced Setting 1 2 Recording the Date/Title Color Set the power sw,tch to CAMERA mode qsee page 221 Press the MENU ON/OFF button • The MENU list will appear _-p L_IH _LE& E _ L _J 3 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOR 4 Press ENTER • A list of availabrecolors will appear LgE I.
[ENGLISHI Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques 4, 4, 4, When you use your camcorder there are only two possrble recording enwronments You will be recording outdoors ['Normal recordtng or through an ND{Neutra4 Denstty) filter] You will de recording indoors ['Video hght recommended or requtred) The s,ng[e greatest tnfluence on p_cture qualtty ts the level of bnghtness measured ,n lux The followtng table Itsts a few common sttuattons the correspondtng leveF of bnghtness and any associated recommendation
I ENGLISH_ Playing back a Tape ,_ ,_ ,_ To view a tape that you have recorded Prayback 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 watch with LCD ,_ To view a tape using the LCD monitor (see page 32) To watch with TV monitor ,_ '_ It is practical to use a TV monitor to view tapes rndoors To play a tape baCkr the TV must feature a compatrble color system {see page 671 Connec
[ENGLISH 1 Playing back a Tape Notes: • SCL7OOlL71OlL75OlL770featureamonauralaudiosystem. connect the audio cable to input "L" of your TV or VCR. lfyourTVorVCRarestereo, • • You can use an S-VIDEO cabIe 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 I. 2. 3. 4. Use the TVNIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV.
I ENGLISH_ Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode To view a STILL p=cture (Playback pause) Press b,"ll I PLAY/STILLI button dunng playback To resume playback press I_11 {PLAY/STILL] button again Note Your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 m_nutes _n STILL mode without operabon _norder to prevent tape and head-drum wear To locate a scene (picture search) Press I_ ['FF] or <-41 qRE\H) buttons during playback To resume normar playback, release the buttons Zero
[ENGLISH 1 Playing back a Tape AdJusting the LCD + The LCD control _nPLAYERmode is identicalto step 3 of page 30 except the power switch must be set to PLAYER mode Setting the Speaker ON/OFF 4* 4* The speaker _sturned 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 Setthe power switch to PLAYER mode Press the MENU ON/OFF button 3 then the MENU list will appear Turn the UP/DOW
I ENGLISH_ Pla /in l Multi Playback "I' back the Tape (using the PAL60 System) This Camcorder can convert an NTSC tape recorded rn the SP mode to the PAL60" format allowing you to view it on a PAL TV which has Verbcal sync adjustment circuitry for 60Hz - PAL60" _sa special output signal format w_th which a PAL TV can be used to wew 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 hst w41 appear 4 Turn t
[ENGLISH 1 USB interface (SCL770 only) • Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection •t, You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. •t, If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
I ENGLISH_ USB interface Installing + USB Media (SCL770 2.
[ENGLISH 1 USB interface (SCL770 only) 4. The below window displays the folder to instalIthe program. • Basically the program is installed in the following folder. C:\Programfiles\Samsung\USB Media 2.0 • Click to change the folder. 5. Connect the camcorder to PC. 6, 6. PC finds a new hardware and install a driver automatically. 7. Ifthe driver is installed, the install is completed. 8. Execute USB Media 2.0 player on the Windows wall paper. • USB Media 2.
[ ENGLISHI USB interface (SCL770 only) Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) 3. Connect the audio cable to the Line input jack of the PC. If the PC has no Line input jack, connect the audio cable to the MIC input jack. In this case, however, a noise may be produced depending on the PC.
[ENGLISH 1 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder Cteanmg the Viewfinder • Releasmg the Eyecap 1 Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the screw counter-crockwtse 2 Pull the EYECAP out 3 Clean the EYECAP and the VlEWFINDER screen w_th a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower 4 5 • Reattachmg the Eyecap Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER Put the screw back on [, ,.
I ENGLISH_ Using Your Camcorder Using Your Camcorder + + Abroad Abroad Each country or area has rtsown electric and TV color system Before using your car'ncorder 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 d necessary, depending on the power used Color system • You can view your recording on the LCD or viewfinder However to view a recording on a televisron or to make a cop
[ENGLISH 1 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 4" Before contacting a servrce center perform the following simple checks They might save you the time and expense of aR unRecessary call Self D=agnosts Display Display Bhnkmg Inform that ..
I ENGLISH] Troubleshooting Checking + + If you run _ntoany problem using the carncorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of • The model and serial nurnber marked on the bottom of the camcorder • + Your warranty rf applicable Then contact your nearest authorized serwce center Symptom ExpJanatmnlSolutlon You cannot switch the camcorder on • Check the battery pack Isee page 231 or the AC power adapter [see pa
[ENGLISH 1 Troubleshooting Symptom I Explanation/solution A vertical stdpe 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 4I) The image quality on the LCD is poor. * The use of VIEWFINDER is recommended when recording under sunlight.
I ENGLISHJ Troubleshooting Moisture + Condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place moisture may condense insrde the camcorder on the surface of the tape, or on the lens In this condition the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly To prevent posslbre dar'qage under these circumstances, the camcorder has a built-in moisture sensor + + " :_ If there is moisture inside the camcorder DEW [e_ is displayed If this happens n
[ENGLISH 1 Specifications •t, These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System ' Recordingsystem Video signal Usable cassette Tapespeed Speed mode Recordingtime FF or REW time image device Optical zoom ratio Focallength: f F Filter diameter Focus system Macro Min. Ulumination LCD monitor Size/Pic.
[ ENGLISHI Index =AABROAD .............................................................................. AC POWER ADAPTER ........................................................ ADJUSTING ........................................................................ AF ........................................................................................ AUDIO .................................................................................. AUTO FOCUSING ......................................................
[ENGLISH 1 Index -N ND FILTER .......................................................................... NEAR .................................................................................... NEG ...................................................................................... NTSC .................................................................................... 56 40 44 67 .,OOPERATION MODE ............................................................ 17 OSD ...................................
[ ENGLISHI 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.
THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park N.J 07660-0511 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics'Internet HomePage http://www.samsungusa.
