ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL810/L860/L870 ST ST ART/ OP DI SP Hi LA SE TIM LF ER SCL810/L860/L870 Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features .........................................................................................................................................................................................12 Descriptions ■ Front View/Side View/Rear View ..............................................................................................................................13, 14, 15 ■ OSD (On Screen Display) .........................
ENGLISH Contents (continued) Program AE (Automatic Exposure) ................................................................................................................................................42 DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ...........................................................................................................................44 Setting and Recording DATE/TIME ..................................................................................................
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) 2) Standard recording by using the LCD screen. 90° 3) ➔ ➔ 3) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top. 90° 4) ➔ 4) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 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.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the battery pack ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices with Recording or Playback by using LCD 1) The LCD monitor is manufactured by using high precision technology. However, there may be some tiny specks (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD monitor. These specks are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. 2) When using the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, it may be difficult to view. If this occurs, use the viewfinder.
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 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back. Snap Shot (SCL860/L870 only) The Snap Shot function lets you record an object at a standstill for a limited time in Camera mode. (see page 52) PIP (SCL860/L870 only) The PIP function shows where the center of the image is while recording in Digital Zoom of the Camera mode.
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 13. VIDEO LIGHT 1. LENS 9. Remote Sensor 7. EVF 10. LCD 8. MIC 11. CUSTOM 12. EASY 1. Lens (see page 72) 6. TAPE EJECT (see page 26) Use when ejecting the tape. 2. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) (see page 58) PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode. LIGHT works in CAMERA mode. 7. EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) 8. MIC 3. REC SEARCH (REW) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 24. BLC 14. MENU ON/OFF 23. FADE 20. SPEAKER 22. LCD Open 15. ENTER (MF) 16. UP/DOWN Dial (VOLUME) 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. (see page 40) 16. UP/DOWN dial (VOLUME) UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode. (see page 30) VOLUME works in PLAYER mode. (see page 60) 17. S-VIDEO out 18.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 25. ZOOM 26. CASSETTE Compartment 36. BATTERY EJECT 27. Hooks for shoulder strap 37. SNAP SHOT/D.ZOOM 28. AUDIO/VIDEO Out MIC 32. START/STOP 39. USB JACK (SCL870 only) 33. External MIC (SCL860/L870 only) 35. Battery Pack Compartment 29. LENS Cap 38. Recharging Indicator 34. DC Jack 30. Hand Strap 31. POWER Switch 25. ZOOM (see page 34) 33. External MIC (SCL860/L870 only) (see page 72) 26. Cassette Compartment 34. DC Jack (see page 22) 27.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ 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 viewfinder and the LCD monitor. a. Zoom position (see page 34) Indicates zoom position. b. DIS (SCL860/L870 only) (see page 39) Indicates DIS is activated. c. Battery level (see page 25) Indicates the power left in the battery. ( ) d.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. r. s. t. u. v. w. x. y. z. Time (see page 46) Indicates the time you are recording. Title (see page 48) Indicates the recorded title you have set. It is superimposed on the scene. Self diagnosis (see page 68) Displays different diagnostic indicators concerning the camcorder’s operation. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 44) Indicates the DSE mode is activated. The operation modes are GHOST, STROBE, SEPIA, B&W, NEG.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1. AC Power Adapter 2. AC cord 3. Battery Pack Basic Accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. AC Power Adapter. (see page 22) AC cord. (see page 22) Battery Pack. (see page 23) Audio/Video Cable. (see page 57) Shoulder strap. (see page 21) Instruction Book. Remote Control. (see page 19) (SCL860/L870 only) Lithium Battery for Remote Control.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL860/L870 only) Description of Buttons 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
ENGLISH Preparing 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 1 CAMERA 2. Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the LCD: ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-30S ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-END 2 START/ STOP DISPLAY SELF TIMER COUNTER RESET WIDE ZERO STILL RETURN TELE WAIT-10S SELF-30S 3. 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.
ENGLISH 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 . Lithium Battery Installation ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Preparing Connecting the Power Source ✤ 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 2 1 3 CAMERA 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter 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. 3. Connect the other end of the DC cable to DC jack of the camcorder. 4.
ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often zoom is used in recording. Prepare as many battery packs as possible. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the camcorder. 2 3 4.
ENGLISH Preparing Using the Battery Pack Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type.
ENGLISH 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 (prepare a charged one) 5. 80~95% consumed (change the battery) 6. 100% consumed (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ✤ Please refer to the table on page 24 for approximate continuous recording times.
ENGLISH Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ 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 TAPE EJECT 1. Press the EJECT button. - The compartment opens automatically. - Insert the cassette with the transparent window facing outward and the protection tab toward the top. PUSH 2.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Please make these preparations before recording.
ENGLISH Basic Recording b. To stop recording, press the red START/STOP button again. When Recording stops, STANDBY should be displayed on the LCD. STBY Y:YY:YY 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 is designed to save battery power and to protect the Head Drum and tape.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image 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 with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. (see page 20) 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or next to 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 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 MENU ■ Color 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure that the battery pack is in place. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) Open the LCD monitor, then the LCD will turn on.
ENGLISH 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 ON/OFF button to end the setting. Notes: ■ If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, the setting will disappear. ■ The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY mode. Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER Focus: Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape on the LCD ✤ 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. 1 PLAYER 2. Insert the tape you have just recorded. 3. 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.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY The LCD adjustment method in PLAYER mode is identical 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 UP/DOWN dial tab on the camcorder. ✤ If you close the LCD monitor, the LCD monitor and Speaker are turned off.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ Digital 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 (SCL860/L870) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 39) W T MENU W T 880 x LCD ADJUST DIS........................ON D.ZOOM................ON PIP........................OFF DISPLAY ..............ON WHITE BAL ..........AUTO WL REMOCON ....
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL860/L870 only) ✤ The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 35. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) MENU LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM................OFF PIP........................OFF DISPLAY ..............ON WHITE BAL ..........AUTO WL REMOCON ....ON 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. NEXT: MENU MENU LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM................OFF PIP..
ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ 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, date/time, DIS ( ) will be displayed as the camcorder starts to run.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings ✤ You can customize the settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. MENU 1. 2. 3. 4. NEXT: MENU Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM SET is highlighted. Press the ENTER button, the CUSTOM menu will appear. ■ Set the status of each item to what you want. 5.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, SCL860/L870 only) ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused. 5. You will obtain a sharp picture after zooming out. 6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. MF icon will disappear. Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode. BLC 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) ✤ 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the P.AE button, the ( 3. Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. ( ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ ) ■ No Display : Full Auto mode. ) symbol will be displayed. STBY 0:00:00 JAN.31,2003 Notes: ■ The P.AE mode chosen will be recorded on the tape. ■ To end the P.AE function, press the P.AE button once or several times, until the P.AE Icon is no longer displayed. ■ The P.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ✤ 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. ✤ There are several DSE modes. (SCL810: 8 modes, SCL860/L870: 10 modes) 1 1. Normal picture. 2. GHOST: This mode gives the image a dragging effect. (SCL860/L870 only) 3. STROBE: This mode works by inserting a cutting effect on the image.
ENGLISH 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. STBY X:XX:XX GHOST 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 ✤ 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 know 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 possible in CAMERA STANDBY mode only. 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 7. Press ENTER. ■ The month to be reset will blink. CLOCK SETTING 12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005 EXIT: MENU 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. CLOCK SETTING 12:00 AM FEB. 1, 2005 9. Press ENTER. ■ The day to be reset will blink. 10. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure used for setting the year and month. EXIT: MENU CLOCK SETTING 12:00 AM FEB. 1, 2005 EXIT: MENU 11.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting and Recording a Title ✤ 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 CAMERA STANDBY mode only. ✤ The factory default language is ENGLISH. You can change the language. 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ You may select languages from ENGLISH/FRENCH/ GERMAN/ITALIAN/SPANISH/RUSSIAN. ENGLISH [HAVING FUN] FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN SPANISH RUSSIAN 7. Press ENTER. ■ Then, the title list in the language you chose will appear. 8. Turn UP/DOWN dial to whichever TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER. ■ The selected title will appear on the screen for 2 ~ 3 seconds and will disappear.
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 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). ➔ 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).
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PIP (Picture-In-Picture, SCL860/L870 only) ✤ The PIP(Picture-In-Picture) feature works in combination with the DIGITAL ZOOM function by using a small, 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Snap Shot (SCL860/L870 only) ✤ 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. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. CAMERA 2. 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. 3.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording White Balance ✤ 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 image color quality. - 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Demonstration ✤ 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 tape is not in the camcorder. ✤ 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. MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial so that DEMO is highlighted.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Date/Title Color 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) MENU 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOR.......WHITE. LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM................OFF PIP........................OFF DISPLAY ..............ON WHITE BAL ..........AUTO WL REMOCON ....ON NEXT: MENU MENU CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE....................OFF D/TITLE COLOR ..WHITE C.RESET ..
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques ✤ When you use your camcorder, there are only two possible recording environments. - You will be recording outdoors (Normal recording or through an ND(Neutral 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.
ENGLISH 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 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 indoors. ✤ To play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible color system.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Notes: ■ SCL810/L860/L870 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. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - PLAY/STILL Press (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. To resume playback, press (PLAY/STILL) button again. Note: 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. FF REW To locate a scene (picture search) - Press (FF) or (REW) buttons during playback.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Adjusting the LCD ✤ The LCD control in PLAYER mode is identical to step 3 of page 30, except the power switch must be set to PLAYER mode. Setting the Speaker ON/OFF ✤ 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. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear. 3.
ENGLISH Playing back the Tape Multi Playback (using the PAL60 System) ✤ 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.
ENGLISH USB interface (SCL870 only) ● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
ENGLISH USB interface (SCL870 only) Installing USB Media 2.0 Program ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. ✤ This explanation is based on Windows® 98SE OS. How to install the program 1. The install program automatically operate when the CD is inserted into CD-ROM. Reference If the install program does not operate, please double click Install.exe in CD-ROM Drive. 2. Click to install the program. 3.
ENGLISH USB interface (SCL870 only) 4. The below window displays the folder to install the 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. 4. 6. 6. PC finds a new hardware and install a driver automatically. 7. If the driver is installed, the install is completed. 8. Execute USB Media 2.0 player on the Windows wall paper. Reference ■ USB Media 2.
ENGLISH USB interface (SCL870 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 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder Cleaning the Viewfinder ◆ Releasing the Eyecap 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the screw counter-clockwise. 2. Pull the EYECAP out. 3. Clean the EYECAP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. ◆ Reattaching the Eyecap 4. Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER. 5. Put the screw back on. Cleaning the LCD panel Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the panel.
ENGLISH Using Your Camcorder Abroad 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.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting 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 Display Blinking Inform that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged Change it to a charged one. fast the battery pack is fully discharged. Change it to a charged battery. TAPE END! slow the tape has almost reached its end. Prepare a new one.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Checking ✤ If you run into any problem using the camcorder, 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 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.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Explanation/Solution Symptom 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.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Moisture Condensation ✤ 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 lens. 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. DEW ✤ If there is moisture inside the camcorder, DEW is displayed.
ENGLISH Specifications ✤ These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System Recording system 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 Focus system Macro Min. Illumination LCD monitor Size/Pic.
ENGLISH Index -A- -E- ABROAD ..............................................................................67 AC POWER ADAPTER ........................................................22 ADJUSTING ........................................................................30 AF ........................................................................................40 AUDIO ..................................................................................56 AUTO FOCUSING .................. ....................
ENGLISH Index -NND FILTER ..........................................................................56 NEAR....................................................................................40 NEG ......................................................................................44 NTSC ....................................................................................67 -OOPERATION MODE ............................................................17 OSD ...............................................
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.
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.
