ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm SCW71/W73 Hi SCW71/W73 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) MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...................................................................................................................................36 BLC.....................................................................................................................................................................................37 Program AE (Automatic Exposure) ...............................................................................................
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Taking care of the battery pack ✤ Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. Keep the terminals clean. ✤ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty. Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary. Notices regarding the LENS ✤ Do not let the LENS point toward the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.
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. 1 2 3 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. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the hand strap ✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording. (see page 19) ✤ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be damaged. Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. Notices regarding video head cleaning ✤ To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When playing back the pictures, if they are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.
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. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
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. BLC BLC: Back Light Compensation. When you record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BLC function. (see page 37) ■ DSE (Digital Special Effects) The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by adding various special effects.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 2. REC SEARCH (REW) 4. REC SEARCH (FF) 3. PLAY/STILL 5. DATE/TIME (STOP) 6. TAPE EJECT 7. EVF (CVF for SCW73) 1. LENS 8. MIC 10. EASY 1. Lens (see page 62) 2. REC SEARCH (REW) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode. (see page 27) REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53) 3. PLAY/STILL PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52) 4. REC SEARCH (FF) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode. (see page 27) FF works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53) 9. CUSTOM 6.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 11. BATTERY EJECT 15. P.AE 17. BLC 12. MENU ON/OFF 18. FADE 13. ENTER (MF) 14. UP/DOWN Dial 19. DC Jack 20. Recharging Indicator 16. DSE 21. S-VIDEO out 22. Lithium Battery 11. BATTERY EJECT 12. MENU ON/OFF (see page 42) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 13. ENTER (MF) (see page 42) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. 16. DSE (see page 40) DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 17. BLC (see page 37) BLC works in CAMERA mode.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 32. D.ZOOM 23. ZOOM 25. Hooks for Shoulder Strap 24. Cassette Compartment 26. AUDIO/VIDEO out 30. START/STOP 31. Battery pack compartment 28. Hand Strap 27. LENS cap 29. POWER Switch 23. ZOOM (see page 32) 24. Cassette Compartment 25. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 19) 26. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 51) 29. POWER Switch (see page 22) - CAMERA : Select to record. - OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder. - PLAYER : Select to play back. 30.
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 monitor. a. Zoom position (see page 32) Indicates zoom position. OSD in CAMERA mode b. PB DSE (see page 55) Shows that the PB DSE mode is active. c. Battery level (see page 24) Indicates the power left in the battery. ( ) d.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. Time (see page 42) Indicates the time you are recording. k. Title (see page 44) Indicates the recorded title you have set. It is superimposed on the scene. l. Self diagnosis (see page 58) Displays different diagnostic indicators concerning the camcorder's operation. m. DSE (Digital Special Effects) (see page 40) Indicates the DSE mode is activated. The operation modes are SEPIA, B&W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, 16:9(WIDE) and CINEMA. n.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. AC Power Adapter. (see page 21) AC cord. (see page 21) Battery Pack. (see page 22) Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51) Shoulder strap. (see page 20) Instruction Book. Lithium Battery for Clock. (TYPE: CR2025, see page 20) 1. AC Power Adapter AD44-00038A 4.
ENGLISH Preparing Adjusting the Hand and Shoulder Straps Hand Strap ✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording. ✤ The hand strap enables you to: - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand. 1. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap, adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover. 2. Close the Hand Strap cover back up again.
ENGLISH Preparing 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. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 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.
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 1 2 CAMERA 3 1. 2. 3. 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Connect the other end of the DC cable to DC jack of the camcorder. To set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode. a.
ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often zoom lens is used in recording. Prepare as many battery packs as possible. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the camcorder. 1 2 4.
ENGLISH Preparing Using the Battery Pack Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type Model SCW71 SCW73 SB-L110A Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 150 minutes SB-L160 Approximately 220 minutes Approximately 220 minutes SB-L320 Approximately 430 minutes Approximately 430 minutes Battery Type ✤ 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. 1. 2. 3. 4. Fully charged 10~45% consumed 45~70% consumed 70~90% consumed (prepare a charged one) 5. 90~95% 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 23 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 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. 2 PUSH 2.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording Please make these preparations before recording. ■ Did you connect a power source? (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) BATTERY ■ Did you set the power switch to CAMERA position? CAMERA ■ Did you insert a cassette? (see page 25) ■ Make sure that STANDBY is displayed in the OSD (if the red tab of the cassette is opened, STANDBY will not be displayed) ■ Did you open the LENS CAP? ■ Make sure the image you want to record appears in the Viewfinder.
ENGLISH Basic Recording b. To stop recording, press the red START/STOP button again. When Recording stops, STANDBY should be displayed on the Viewfinder. 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.
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 Viewfinder 1. Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap. (see page 19) 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone. 4.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the Viewfinder. ✤ 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. 2 3. Make sure that STOP is displayed in the OSD. 3 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the beginning. ■ To stop REWIND, press the (STOP) button. ■ Camcorder stops automatically after rewinding.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Viewing a Still Picture ■ Press (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. ■ To resume playback, press the button again. PLAY/STILL (PLAY/STILL) Picture Search ■ Keep pressing (FF) or (REW) button during playback. ■ To resume normal playback, release the button.
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, use the zoom function sparingly.
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. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Make sure that the DIGITAL ZOOM feature is on. (see page 33) 3. When you move the ZOOM lever to the “T” side, the picture will be enlarged from 22x minimum to 880x maximum. This is the DIGITAL ZOOM boundary.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press D. ZOOM ON/OFF button. ■ The DIGITAL ZOOM indicators will be displayed on the screen, and DIGITAL ZOOM function will operate. 3. To deactivate DIGITAL ZOOM function, press the D.ZOOM button again. ■ The DIGITAL ZOOM indicators disappear from the screen. Note: D.ZOOM W T 880 x The D.ZOOM ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY mode.
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. 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 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. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. DISPLAY ............ON WHITE BAL. ......AUTO CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE ..................OFF 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list. 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM SET is highlighted. NEXT: MENU 4.
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 you zoom out. 6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. The MF symbol will disappear from the viewfinder. 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 apertures 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, 2002 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 8 DSE modes. 1. Normal picture 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2. SEPIA: This mode gives the image a SEPIA effect. 3. B&W(Black & White): This mode allows the image to be recorded in black and white. 4. NEG.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the DSE button, SEPIA will be displayed. STBY X:XX:XX SEPIA 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 Viewfinder. 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 the tapes, so you will know when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed on the viewfinder. 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. (see page 20) The LITHIUM BATTERY is needed to maintain the clock. 2.
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 year, 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 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. At the same, the camcorder will return to the menu mode.
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 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 camcoder. ✤ 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, the MENU list will appear. MENU C.RESET ............0:00:00 DEMO ..................
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Date/Title Color 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. MENU DISPLAY ............ON WHITE BAL. ......AUTO CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE ..................OFF D/TITLE COLOR....WHITE NEXT: MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOR.......WHITE. MENU DISPLAY ............ON WHITE BAL. ......AUTO CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE ..................OFF D/TITLE COLOR....WHITE 4.
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. ✤ The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of brightness, measured in lux. ✤ The following table lists a few common situations, the corresponding level of brightness and any associated recommendations.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ✤ To view a tape that you have recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. ■ To see with TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. 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. (see page 57) Connecting to a TV which has an Audio and Video input jack ✤ Use the Audio/Video cable supplied with your camcorder.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Notes: ■ SCW71/W73 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 on S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Playback 1. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2. Connect power source (battery or AC Power Adapter) to the camcorder. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 3. Insert a tape you want to see.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - Press (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. To resume playback, press (PLAY/STILL) button again. PLAY/STILL 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. To locate a scene (picture search) - Press (FF) or (REW) buttons during playback. To resume normal playback, release the buttons.
ENGLISH Playing back a 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 Playing back a Tape DSE in PLAYER mode ✤ The procedure for using DSE in PLAYER mode is the same as the procedure for using DSE in CAMERA mode, except that the power switch must be set to PLAYER instead of CAMERA. Please refer to pages 40 and 41. Note: The NEG., MIRROR, MOSAIC, CINEMA and 16:9(WIDE) effects will not operate when your camcorder is in PLAYER mode. ✤ Pressing the DSE button will scroll through the available settings. Stop at the one you require.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads ✤ To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. ✤ When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. a. Normal Picture b, c. Noisy Picture If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. 1. 2. 3. 4. a b c Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. Insert the cleaning tape. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Press the ■ (STOP) button after about 30 seconds.
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 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 22) or the AC power adapter.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Explanation/Solution Symptom A vertical strip 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 37) The image in the viewfinder is blurred ◆ The viewfinder lens has not been adjusted.
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. ✤ 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 SCW71/W73 Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system NTSC color, EIA standard Hi8 or 8mm SP: 14.345 mm/sec Record: SP only, Playback: SP only P6-120: 120 min. P6-120: approx. 6.
ENGLISH Index -AABROAD ..................................................................57 AC POWER ADAPTER............................................21 AF.............................................................................36 AUDIO......................................................................51 AUTO FOCUSING .................. ................................36 AUTO MODE ...........................................................38 AUTO POWER OFF .........................................
ENGLISH Index -OOPERATION MODE..................................................17 OSD...........................................................................16 -PPLAY..........................................................................52 PLAYER.....................................................................52 PORTRAIT MODE.....................................................38 POWER CONSUMPTION.........................................62 POWER REQUIREMENT .....................................
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.
