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Video Camcorder
8ram
SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85
[] SCA30/A33/A35
Hi[] SCAS0/A85
AF Auto Focus
CC OCharge Coupled Device
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read
this instructionbook thoroughly, and
retain it for future reference.
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Contents
Features ............................................................................................................ 12
Descriptions
•FrontView .................................................................................................................................... 43
• Side View 14
• RearView ..................................................................................................................... 15
• OSD(On Screen Display) ............................................................................................................ 16
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ........................................................................................... 18
Remote Control .................................................................................................................................... 19
• Self Timer Recording ................................................................................................................... 19
Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap ..................................................................................... 20
Lithium Battery Installation ................................................................................................................... 20
Connecting the Power Source ............................................................................................................. 21
• Touse the AC Power Adaptor and DC Cable .............................................................................. 21
• To use the Battery Pack ............................................................................................................... 22
Using the Battery Pack ......................................................................................................................... 23
• Refresh ......................................................................................................................................... 23
• Time Table ................................................................................................................................... 23
• Battery Level Display ................................................................................................................... 24
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ........................................................................................................ 25
Making your First Recording .......................................................................................... "26
• Edit Search .................................................................................................................................. 26
Hints for Stable Image Recording ........................................................................................................ £7
Recording with Viewfinder .................................................................................................................... 27
Playing back a tape you have recorded on the Viewfinder ..................................................................28
Adjusting Focus and Brightness of the Viewflnder .............................................................................. 29
Viewing a Still Picture .......................................................................................................................... 29
Picture Search .................................................................................................................................... 29
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Setting a Function in CAMERAmode ................................................................................................ 30
Zooming In and Out ........................................................................................................................... 32
Digital Zoom ....................................................................................................................................... 33
EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ....................................................................................................... 34
Program AE (Automatic Exposure) .................................................................................................... 35
Fade In and Out ................................................................................................................................. 36
Creative DSE (Digital Special Effects) ................................................................................................ 37
Settin_ and Recording a DATE/TIME ................................................................................................ 38
Selecting and Recording a TITLE ...................................................................................................... 40
I-BLC/BLC (BLC for SCA3O).............................................................................................................. 41
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) .................................................................................................... 42
Usingthe VIDEO LIGHT ..................................................................................................................... 43
Lighting Techniques ............................................................................................................................ 44
Towatch with viewfinder ............................................................................................. 45
Towatch with TV monitor .................................................................................................................. 45
Various Functions in PLAYER mode ................................................................................................... 46
Setting Audio in the PLAYER mode .................................................................................................... 47
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...................................................................... 48
• Cleaning the Viewfinder .............................................................................................................. 48
• Cleaning the Video Heads .......................................................................................................... 48
• Storing the Camcorder ............................................................................................ 49
Self Diagnosis Display ...................................................................................................................... 50
Moisture Condensation ....................................................................................................................... 50
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 51
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Notices and Safety Instructions
+ Do not allow any metal objects to touch
the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and
damage the battery pack.
+ 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.
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.
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• The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it during operation or after turning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.
Ittakes 5 minutes (approx.) forthe light to cool down.
• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light.
The video light will be hot. Please allow time for it to cool down.
• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
• It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs.
*DANGER- NOTTOBEHANDLEDBYCHILDREN.
EMITSINTENSEHEATANDLIGHT.
USEWiTHCAUTIONTOREDUCETHERISKOF FiREOR INJURYTOPERSONS.
DONOTDIRECTLIGHTATPERSONSORMATERIALSFROMLESSTHANFOURFEET
DURINGUSEAND UNTILCOOL.
DISCONNECTWHENNOTiNUSE.
*DANGER - TOPREVENTPOSSIBLEBURNHAZARD,DISCONNECTSUPPLYCORDANDALLOW
LAMPTOCOOLBEFOREREPLACING,
REPLACEONLYWITHJC6V-3W/G2.5,TOREDUCETHERISKOF FIRE.
1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may
cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
for example:
• When you move the camcorder from cold outside to
warm inside during the winter.
• When you move tl_ecamcorder from cool inside to
hot outside during the summer.
2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave
the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room
with the cassette compartment opened andthe battery
removed.
3) If the "DEW"protection feature is activated
unexpectedly,and you want to override it,
detach then reinstall the battery pack and
lithium battery. (see page 20)
Please make sure that _thecondensation has disappeared
completely.
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Notices and Safety Instructions
+ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting outdoors.
+ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
÷ When your camcerder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left set to 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. ,_
Dropping the battery pack may
damage it.
WARNING:
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
i!i_en_e:_a_ _E_ill _ill¸
_5_tt_ies
Caution: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERYout ofthe reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
÷The lithiumbattery maintainsthe clock function, titteand presetcontentsmemory;
even if the battery pack or AC power adaptoris removed,
÷The lithium battery for the camcorderlastsfor about8-10 months undernormal operation
from time ofinstallation,
÷When the lithium battery becomesweak ordead, the date/time indicator flashes for
about5 seconds whenyou set the power switch to CAMERA. Inthis case, replace the lithium
battery withtype CR202& (see page20)
WARNING: c_
LITHIUM BATTERY MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSEDOF
PROPERLY,
÷ Do not record in direct sunlight with the LENS pointing toward the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.
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÷ It is very important to adjust the hand strap
for better shooting. (see page 20)
÷ 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.
+ Toensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When the playback
pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. Ifthis happens,
clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.
+ Do not use a wet type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. (see page 48)
÷ To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off
if it is left in STBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes.
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Notices and Safety Instructions
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF ELECTRIC
_, DO NOTREMOVE COVER(OR
BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
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To prevent electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot and fully
insert.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presenceof
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or
electric shock.
Z_ This symbol isintended to alert the user to the presenceof
important operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this product,
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS: 8. ACCESSORIES:
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the CAMCORDER isoperated,
2.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS:
All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:
NI operating and maintenance instructions should
befollowed.
5.CLEANING:
Unplug this CAMCORDER h_m the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners,
Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.
6. ATTACHMENTS:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be
hazardous,
7. WATERAND MOISTURE:
Do not use thisCAMCORDER near water;
for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in awet basement, near a swimming
pool or lake.
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Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table.
The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with
the CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should
follow the manufacturer's instructions and
should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer,
A. Anappliance and cartcombination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart combination to
overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
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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.
This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the label,
If you are not sure of the type of powersupply at
your home, consult your appliance dealer or local
power company.
ACAMCORDER is intended to be operated from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
11.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a
polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding
type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
Ifyou are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,
try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the unit.
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNAGROUNDING:
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges,
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
and supporting structure, grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding to conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for the grounding
electrode,
See figure below,
G_D CL_
_ _W_R_E_EG_DNG
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14. LIGHTNING:
For added protection ofthis CAMCORDER during
a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and
unused for longperiods of time, unplug it from
the wail outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system,
This will preventdamage to the CAMCORDER due
to lightning and power"lioe surges.
15. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity doverhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
16. OVERLOADING:
Do notoverload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this
CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out a part
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the
CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit
and have it checked by a technician before use,
18. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER
yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wail outletand
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. Ifany liquid has beenspilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c, Ifthe CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions, adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and willoften
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the CAMCORDER to its normal
operation,
eJf the CAMCORDER has been dropped or
the cabinet has beendamaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct
change in performance, this indicates a
need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer and having the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETYCHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that
the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
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