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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.

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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

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

• BatterryLevel Dtsplay

Insedtng andEjectmg a Cassette

Basic Recording

MakngYour F_rstRecording

H_ntsfor Stable Image Recordtnq

• Record_n9 wtti_LCD Mon¢[or

• Record_n_ewtth Vtewfinder

Ad ust_n9 the LCD

Ad ust_ng Focus of the VIEWFINDER

Playmgback a tape on the LCD

mad ust_ngthe LCD dunng PLAY

• Controlhng the Sound from the Speaker

• Vtewtng a sttrl Ptcture

• Prcture Search

Advanced Recording

Zoomm rnandOut

D_ltal _oom

EASY mode [for beglnnersl

CUSTOM-Creating your own customtzed recording settings

DIS iDrgttal Image StabFllzer SCL750'L770 only

MF AF [Ivlanual Focus Auto Focust

BLC

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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

Playing back a Tape

To watch with LCD

To watch wtth TV monttor

Various Functrons in PLAYER mode

Adjusting the LCD

QNIOFF

DSE i_ PLAYER mode

Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 Systeml

USB interface (SCL770 only)

Installing USB Media 2 0 Program

Maintenance

Creanlng and Taking care of the Camcorder

• Cleaning the Vtewflnder

• Cleaning the LCD Panel

• Cleaning the Vtdeo Heads

• Storing the Camcorder

Using Your Camcorder

Troubleshooting

Self DBgnosts Dtsplay

Checking

MoFstureCondensation

Abroad

Specifications

Index

Warranty

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding rotation 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] Standard recording by using the LCD screer,

31 Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top

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4] Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front

51 Making a recording with the LCD screen closed

Notices regarding the LENS d, Do not let the LENS point toward the sun

Direct sunlight can damage the CCD

I'Charge Coupled Dewce)

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding electronic viewfinder

1) Do not place the camcorder so that the 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

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Notices regarding moisture condensation

1) A sudden nse _natmosphenc temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder

for example

• When you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside to warm temperature inside during the winter

• When you take the camcorder from cool temperature ms,de to hot temperature outside dunn 9 the summer

2) If the DEW" protection feature is acWated, leave the camcorder dry warm removed room with the cassette compartment m a opened and the battery

3_ If the DEW" protection feature B activated unexpectedly and you want to ovemde _t detach then reinstall the battery pack and lithium battery

Please make sure that the condensabon has dBappeared completely isee page 71)

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding the battery pack

"l' 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 record,ng for a long t,me because the LCD uses more battery power

,,l, Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly ,nto place

Dropping the battery pack might damage it

,,l, When the battery reaches the end of its life please contact your local dealer

The battenes have to be dealt with as chem,cal waste

Notices regarding the Lithium battery

Warnln_L Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor =mmedlately

•t, The lithium battery ma,ntams the clock function TITLE CUSTOM function and preset contents memory even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed

•t, The I_thlum battery for the camcorder lasts about 8-10 months under normal operation from trme of installation

•t, When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds when you set the power sw,tch to CAMERA In this case replace the lithium battery with type CR2025 {see page 21/

WARNING

LITHIUM BATTER'( MUST BE

REC_'CLED OR DISPOSED

OF PROPERLY

• When the hthlumbattery becomes weak or dead please contact your lecaI dealer The battenes have to be dealt w_th as chemical waste

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices with Recording or Playback by using LCD

1) The LCD monitor is manufactured by using high precrslon technology

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

2) 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 LCD is praced in the fon.,vard direction

Notices regarding the hand strap

+ It Is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording

(see page 20J

"l' Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be darqaged

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 vlsrdle the video heads may de dirty If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner

4, Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner It may damage the video heads i see page 661

5 minutes off timer in STANDBY mode

"l' To protect against tape and head-drum wear your camcorder w,II automabcally turn off ,f ,t ,s reft ,n STANDBY mode without operabon for more than 5 minutes

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Safety Instructions

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To prevent electnc shock match w_de blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert

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', dangerous voltaqe within the product s enclosure that may be of sufhclent

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important

', operating and malnterlance irlstructlonsm the literatureaccompanylrlg

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1 READ INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating irlstructlonsshouFdbe read before the CAMCQRDER _soperated

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 operatlrlg

,nstructlons should be adhered to

4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and maintenance ,nstructrons should be followed

5 CLEANING

Unplug this CANICORDER from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use hquld or aerosol cleaners

Use a dry cloth used for dusbng caDnets

6 ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by the

CAMCQRDER product manufacturer as they may be hazardous

WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this CAMCORDER near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kttchensink laundry tub _na wet basement near a swm_mtngpool or lake

ACCESSORIES

Do not place thin CAMCORDER on an unstable cart stand tnpod bracket or table

The CAMCORDER may fall causing senous injury to a child or adult and senous damage to the umt

Use only with a cart, stand tnpod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sord Wltrl the

CAMCORDER Any mounting of trle untt should follow the manufacturer s irlstructlons and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer

A An apphance and cart combFnabon should be moved w_th care

QuFckstops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combnatlon to overturn

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(Symbol prowded by RETACI

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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.

This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in

installationsuch as a bookcase or rack untess proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's

instructionshave 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 power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

A CAMCORDER 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 btade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

If you 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 piug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likety 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 ANTENNA GROUNDING:

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, ANSt/NFPA No. 70-I984, provides informationwith 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.

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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. POWER LINES:

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it can fail into such power lines or circuits.

When installingan 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 not overload 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 uni 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 outtet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supplycord or plug is damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the CAMCORDER.

c. If the 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 will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.

e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

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. SAFETY CHECK:

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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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.

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:

Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15

FCC rules.

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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 ,n D,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 the BLC function i=ee page 41j

DSE (Digital Special Effects)

The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by add,ng varrous special effects {see page 441

Program AE (Auto Exposure)

The Program AE enabEes you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to the type of scene to be filmed (see page 421

DIS (SOL758/L770 only)

The DtS compensates for unstable images caused by hand shake, particularly at hrgh magnification (see page 39]

22x High ratio zoom lens

Zooming Is a recording technique that lets you chanqe the s_ze of the subject ,n the picture

For more professronal recordings use the zoom function i'see page 341

Digital Zoom (880x)

Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally (see page 35)

Macro

The macro function allows you to record your sublect at close ranqe

You have to adjust the zoor'n fully wide for macro recording I'see 5age 341

EASY

Th_s mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recordrng Isee page 37_

Multi PLAYBACK (PAL60)

PAL60 is a special output signal format w_th wh,ch a tape recorded or, th,s camcorder {NTSC formatl can be wewed on a PAL TV

H=8

HI8 B an enhanced 8ram format

When a H_8 cassette B inserted the car'qcorder will automatically select the H_-8 format for record or playback

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Front View

3 REC SEARCH (REW),

2 PLAY/STILL (LIGHT)

6 TAPE EJECT

13 VIDEO LIGHT

I LENS

9 Remote Sensor

8 MIC

4 REC SEARCH '+ (FF)

5 DATE/TIME (STOP)

7 EVF

10 LCD

I1 CUSTOM

12 EASY

Lens (see page 72)

2 PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) (see page 58)

PLAY.'STILLworks m PLAYER mode

LIGHT works in CAMERA mode

6 TAPE EJECT (see page 26)

Use when ejecting the tape

7 EVF (Electronic Vmwflnder)

8 MIC

MIC works m CAMERA mode 3 REC SEARCH (nEW)

REC SEARCH '- works ,1 STANDBY mode Isee page 28_

REW works in PLAYER mode isee page 591

4 REC SEARCH + (FF)

REC SEARCH .+ works =nSTANDBY mode Isee page 28_

FF works m PLAYER mode Isee page 59_

5 DATE/TIME (STOP)

DATE TIME works .7 CAMERA mode isee page 471

STOP works m PLAYER mode (see page 581

9 Remote Sensor (SCL71O/L75O/L770 only)

10 LCD (see page 29)

11 CUSTOM

CUSTOM works _nCAMERA mode

12 EASY

EASY works in CAMERA mode

13 VIDEO LIGHT (SCL7OO/L75O/L770 only)

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Side View

24 BLC

23 FADE

20 SPEAKER

22 LCD Open--

MENU ON/OFF

15 ENTER (MF)

16 UP/DOWN Dtal (VOLUME)

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_

17 S-VIDEO out

18 PROGRAM AE (see page 42)

PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposurel works in

CAMERA mode

19 DSE (see page 44)

DSE works ,n CAr_4ERAand PLAYER mode

20 SPEAKER (see page 60)

Speaker works rn PLAYER mode

2t Ltthtum Battery(seepage21)

22 LCD open

23 FADE (see page 50)

FADE works in CAMERA mode

24 BLC (see page 41)

BLC works tn CAMERA mode

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Rear View

25 ZOOM

36 BATTERY EJECT 26 CASSETTE

Compa_ment

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28 AUDIONIDEO Out

32 START/STOF

35 Battery Pack

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39 USB JACK (SCL770 only)

33 External MIC

(SCL750/L770 only)

LENS Cap

38 Recharging Ind=cator

34 DC Jack

25 ZOOM (see page 34)

26 Cassette Compartment

27 Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 21)

28 AUDIONIDEO out (see page 57)

29 LENS Cap

30 Hand Strap (see page 20)

31 POWER Switch (see page 22)

-CAMERA SeLectto record

- OFF Select to turn off the camcorder

- PLAYER Select to playback

32 START/STOP (see page 28}

START/STOP works in CAMERA mode

30 Hand Strap

31 POWER Sw=tch

33 External MIC (SCL750/L770 only) (see page 72)

34 DC Jack (see page 22)

35 Battery Pack Compartment (see page 23)

36 BATTERY EJECT

37 SNAP SHOT/D ZOOM

SNAP SHOT works in CAMERA mode

(SCL750/L770 only see page 52)

D ZOOM works in CAMERA mode

(SCL700/L710 only see page 36j

38 Recharging Indicator (see page 23)

39 USB Jack (SCL770 only) (see page 65) A

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display)

•t, You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off

•t, 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 Battery level (see page 25)

Indicates the power left in the battery

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OSD In CAMERA mode bat r sq d Manual Focus (see page 40)

Indtcates manual focus rs on

AuLo Focus Is noL displayed e BLC (see page 41)

Indtcates BLC ts acttvated f Program AE (see page 42)

Indicates Program AE mode ,s activated I _ _ ,_,_,_- '._

g Self record waiting timer

(SCL710/L7501L770 only) (see page 19)

Indicates 10 second timer h Self record recording timer

(SCL710/L750fL770 only) (see page 19)

1'30seconds or ENDI

J Date (see page 46)

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Indtcates the dale of the recording

OSD m PLAYER mode

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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 (see page 53)

Indicates the White Balance mode _sactivated

The White Balance modes are AUTO INDOOR( - - i and QLITDQQR(-÷- I o Tape counter

Indicates amount of the tape used

13 Operation mode

Indicates the operation mode is actrvated

The operation modes are STBY REC • STOP PLAY( Ib'- i FFI I_- ) REW( 4< ; EJECT q HI8 see page 58)

Indicates you are using HI8 tape when recordng or p aylrlg back r DEW L6J ) condensation (see page 71)

[_, the moisture condensation s Digital zoom (see page 35

In,cares d_g_talzoom _sactwated t Snap Shot (see pa_e 52

Indicates the time lett during Srlap Shot Recording u Zero return (SCL710/L75O/L770 only) (see page 59)

Ind,cates that the zero return _sactivated v PB DSE

Shows that the PB DSE mode _sactrve w VOLUME x EASY&CUSTOM

Shows when the easy or custom mode rsactive y LIGHT (SCL7OO/L75O/L770only)

Shows when the Dght _sswitched on z Remocon ( _1"_ OFF) (SCL71OlL75O/L770 only)

Indicates the remocorl off mode is activated

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder

"Vlake sure Lhat the followtng bastc accessories are supphed with your camcorder

I AC PowerAdapter

Basic Accessories

1 AC PowerAdapter (see page 221

2 AC cord {see page 221

3 Battery Pack isee page 23)

4 Audio/Video Cable qsee page 57_

5 Shoulder strap (see page 21)

6 Instruction Book

7 Remote Control {see page "91

['SCL7"fO/L750/L770 only)

8 Dthtum Battery for Remote Control

['see page 19){SCL710/L75O/L770 onlyl

Dthtum BatLery for Clock

['TYPE CR2025, see page 21] g Software CD tSCL770 only)

10 USB Cable (SCL770 onlyj

11 USB AUDIO Cable (SCL770 only)

2 AC c_rd

B_tLery Pac_

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4 AU DIO,VIDEO C_ble 5 Shoulder Strap

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Batteries 7 Remote ConL_o_

InstrucLl_n Book

9 Software CD

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10 USB C_ble

_E4 lul H

_ USB AUDIO Cable

Optional Accessories

12 S-VIDEO cable ['see page 58)

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Remote Control (SCL 710/L 750/L 770 only)

Description of Buttons

1 Start/Stop (see page 27]

2 Self Timer

3 Still Isee page 59)

4 WIDE (see page 34;

5 TELE ['see page 341

6 Display tsee page 16;

7 _.- {Play) {see page 581

8 _-I_-(FF] {see page 591

9 .ql< (REW) isee page 59;

10 • (Stopl isee page 58)

11 Counter Reset (see page 59;

12 Zero Return {see page 591

Remote Control Battery Installat=on

'_ You must insert or replace this battery when

You purchase the camcorder

The remote control doesnt work

,_ Insert Lithium Battery forlowlng the + and - markings

,._ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery

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Self Timer Recording

•t, The Self Timer function on the remote control allows you to start and stop recording automatrcally

E_ recording yourself

Two options are available

WAIT-IOS/SELF-30S wait 10 seconds followed by 30 seconds of recording

WAIT-IOS/SELF-END wa_t 10 seconds followed by recording until you press the

START/STOP button aga,n

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Preparing

1 Set power sw_tch to CAMERA mode

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CAMERA

2 Press Self Timer button until the appropriate tnd,cator ts disprayed on the LCD

• WAIT-10S/SELF-30S

• WAIT-10S/SELF-END

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ELF 30S

3 Press START/STOP button to start the ttmer •

If you have selected SELF-30S recordmg stops automabcally after 30 seconds

After waiting for 10 seconds recording starts

If you have selected SELF-END press START/STOP again when you w_sh to stop recording

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Note When recordmg wt[h the bmer you can press START/STOP button agarn to cancel the funcbon

AdJusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap

Hand Strap

•t, It ts very rmportant to adJust the hand strap for better recording

•t, The hand strap enables you to

Hold the camcorder tn a stable comfortable posibon

Press the Zoom and [he red Record button w_thout havtng to change the posibon of your hand

1 Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap adjust _ts length and sttck rt back onto the Hand Strap cover

2 Close the Hand Strap cover back up agatn

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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 cai'ncorder

2 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 camcorder lasts about 8-10 months under normal operation from the time of installation

,,I, When the khlum battery becomes weak or dead the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA

When this occurs replace the Iith,um battery with type CR2025

1 Take out the holder from the lithium battery compartment

2 Insert the + srde of the hthlum battery toward the bottom of the hoFder

3 Remsert the holder into the lithium battery compartment

Note If the holder is inserted in the wrong direction it wdl not fit correctly

Warning Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children

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Connecting the Power Source

Usingthe AC PowerAdapter used for indoor recording

Using the Battery Pack used for outdoor recording

To use the AC Power Adapter

1 Connect the AC Power Adapter [o the AC cord

2 Connect the AC cord to a wall socket

Note The plug and ;,.,all socket type may be d_fferent depending on regional conditions

3 Connect the other end of the DC cable to DC jack of the ca['ncorder

4 To set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode a Hold down the tab of [he power switch and push the switch to CAMERA mode b Make sure that the Lens Cap is open c Open [he LCD monitor and make sure that the image appears _n the LCD monitor

The LCD monitor is turned on automatically when it's opened more than 30 degrees

Note If the adapter is used next to a TV or the camcorder

_tmay cause the TV or camcorder to emit noise

,_1ove the adapter away from the TV camcorder or the antenna cable

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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

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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 will start blinking and begin recharging

Bhnkmg once a second Indicates tess than

50% has been charged

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Bhnkmg b.vtcea second Indtcates 50% - 75_:_ has been recharged

Bhnkmg three hmes a second Indtcates 75% - 100_:_has been recharged

Bhnkmg stops and stays on Recharging has been completed

On for a second and off for a second Indtcates there ts an error Reset the battery pack and DC cable

5 If recharging rscompleted, separate the camcorder AC power adapter, and battery pack

• Even d the power _sturned off battery will be dtscharged

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Using the Battery Pack

Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type

Battery

Model

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LCD OFF

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LCD OFF

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130 m_nute_

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80 minutes 120 minutes

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130 m_nute_

ApprcYkmately Approzlmately

190 m_nutes 120 mlrlu[es

Appro×lmacely

160 minutes

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260 m_nutes

ApprcYkmately ApprozHIiately

390 m_nutes _.4:=rtllrlutes

Appro×_ma[ely

34,3 minutes

•1, The continuous recording times given rn the table are approximate

Actual recording brae depends on usage

Notes

•1, The battery pack should be recharged in a room temperature that is between 0 CI'32_FI and 40 CI'lO4_FI

It should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 0 C(32 FI

•1, The Ide and capacity of tile battery pack will be reduced _f_tis used in temperatures below 0 C even when rt is fully recharged

•1, The Ide and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced _fthe battery pack is left in temperatures above

40 C_104CF) for a long period even when it is fully recharged

•1, Do not put the battery pack near any heat source Ifire or flames for exampre]

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Battery Level Display

•t- The battery tevel display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.

1. Fully charged

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10+40%consumed

3. 40+60% consumed

4. 60+80% consumed

(prepare a charged one)

5. 80+95% consumed

(change the battery)

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(camcorderwifl turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible)

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•t- The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.

The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment. The continuous recording time in the operating instructions is measured under the condiUon of using a fully charged battery pack at 25°C(77°F).

As the environmental temperature and conditions may be different when you actually use the camcordeh the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions.

Tips for Battery Identification.

A charge mark is provided on the batterypack to help you rememberwhether it has been charged or not.

Two colors are provided(red and black)-you may choosewhich one indicatescharged and which indicates discharged.

Note: The charge mark does not affect the battery's charge status.

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Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

4, There are several cassette types depending on

Color system used

Recording/playback ttme

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4" Check to see tf the battery pack ts _n place or the AC adapter _s connected

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

Note When you have recorded a cassette that you wish to keep you can protect tt from betng acctdentally erased a Recording Imposstble (Protecbon)

Push the red tab on the cassette to cover up the opening

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Making Your First Recording

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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

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Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STANDBY is displayed in the OSD

(if the red tab of the cassette is opened, STANDBY wrll not be displayed]

Did you open the LENS CAP?

Make sure the image you want to record appears m the LCD monttor

Make sure the battery level mdtcates that there B enough remaining power for recording

• We recommend that beginners who are using the camcorder for the first ttme swttch the EASY mode on (see page 37]

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Recording starts and REC should be dBplayed on the LCD

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b. Tostop recording, pressthe red START/STOPbutton again.

When Recordingstops, STANDBYshould be displayed on the LCD.

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RECSEARCH

,e You can view a recorded picturewith the REC SEARCH 8, O function in STANDBYmode. REC SEARCH G allows you to reverse and

REC SEARCH _ allows you to forward, for as long as you keep pressing.

REC SEARCH 8,

_, If you press the REC SEARCH O button briefly in STANDBY mode, your camcorder will play back in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically.

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Hints for Stable Image Recording

• While recording _t_svery important to hold the camcorder correctry

• For stable recording

(refer to figure) fix the LENS cap firmly by chpp_ng _ton the hand strap

Recording with the LCD monitor

1 Hold the camcorder firmly usrng the hand strap (see page 201

2 Place your nght elbo;v against your srde

3 Place your left hand under or next to the LCD to support and adjust it

Do not touch the buflt-tn microphone

4 Choose a comfortable stable posrtlon for the shots that you are taking

You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability

Do not forget to breathe gently

5 Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane

6 Whenever posstble, use a tripod

Recording with the Vmwfinder

1 Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap (see page 20)

2 Place your nght elbow against your srde

3 Place your left hand under the carncorder to support tt

Do not touch the bufl[-tn mtcrophone

4 Choose a comfortable stable posrbon for the shots

You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stabdlty

Do not forget to breathe gently

5 Put your eye frrmly against the eyecap

6 Use the we_,drnder frame as a gutde to determtne the honzontal plane

7 Whenever possible use a tnpod

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AdJusting the LCD

+ Yourcamcorder is equippedwith a 2 Sinch color LiquidCrystal D_splay{LCD; screen which allows you 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 Make sure that the battery pack is in prace

2 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 list will be dlsprayed

5 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to LCD ADJUST

6 Press ENTER

• The LCD ADJUST MENUw41be displayed

7 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD brightness

8 Press ENTER

• The cursor will move to the next item

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9 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD color setting

10 Press ENTER

• For further adjustment repeat steps 7, 8, 9

1I 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 VIEWFINDER to focus the p_cture

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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

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 LOB monitor and set the brightness or the color

,f necessary

4 Press the _'<qREWI button to rewind the tape to the beginning

• To stop REWIND press the • tSTOPI button

• Camcorder stops automatically after rewm@ng

5 Press the IHI['PLAY/STILLJ button to start playback

• You can see the video you recorded or, the LCD

• To stop the PLAY operation press the • {STOPj button

Note You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen after connecting the camcorder to a TV orVCR {see page 571

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Adjusting the LCD during PLAY

The LCD adjustmentmethod in PLAYERmode is identicalto step number 4 of page 30, exceptthe power switch must be set to PLAYER.

Controlling the Sound from the Speaker

•t, When you use the LCD monitor while playing back, you can hear sound from the Speaker.

•t, 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.

•t, if the speaker does not work properly, check the following:

• is the LCD monitor closed?

• Is the volume adjusted to a low level?

• Is the speaker off? (see page 60)

Notes: • Lower the volume if vibration from the built-in speaker causes screen disturbance.

• Volume display will automatically disappear 2 seconds after adjusting,

PLAY/STILL

Viewing a Still Picture

• Press INI (PLAY/STILL)button during playback.

• To resumeplayback, press the IHI (PLAY/STILL)button again,

Picture Search

• Keep pressing I,,_-(FF) or <_I(REW) button during playback.

• To resume normal playback, release the button.

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Zooming 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 that overuse of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional

Iooktng results and a reduchon of battery pack usage t_r'qe

Move the zoom lever a IlttEefor a gradual zoom move it further for a hFgh-speedzoom

Your zooming is monitored on the OSD

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2 T {Telephoto) srde

Subject appears closer

3 W (Wtde anglel stale

Subject appears further away

Note MACRO

If you cannot get a sharp focus in telephoto zoom move the lever to the W" stde unN the focus is sharp

You can record a subject that _sat least 1 mr'q away from the lens surface tn the wide angle posttion

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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

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• Open the LCD monitor and adjust trle LCD monitor so as to see comfortably

2 "Vlake sure that the DrGITAL ZOOM feature _son qsee page 36_

When you move the ZOOM lever to trle T" side the p_cture will be enlarged

;,.qtn_n22x minimum to 880x maxrmum ZOOM

Th_s is the DIGITAL ZOOM boundary

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[he optical zoQm area

4 If you do not want to use the DIGITALZOOM set the DrGITALZOOM functlorl to OFF in the MENU hst

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Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL750/L770 only)

'{' The DIGITALZOOM feature ts explained on page 35

1 Set the power sw_tch to CAMERA mode (see page 22]

2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button

• The MENU hst wtll appear

3 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D ZOOM

4 Press ENTER

• The DIGITALZOOM setting wrll change

5 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end setttng

Settmg the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL700/L710 only)

1 Set the power switch to CAMERA mode

2 Press D ZOOM ON/OFF button

• The DIGITAL ZOOM tndlcators wt[I be displayed or the screen, and DIGITAL ZOOM functton wtll operate

3 To deacttvate LheDIGITAL ZOOM functron press the D ZOOM button agatn

• The DIGITAL ZOOM tnd_catorsdisappear from the screen

Note The D ZOOM ON/OFF funcbon ;v_ll not operate tn EASY mode

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EASY Mode (for Beginners)

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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.

• The word EASY" will appear on the LCD at the same time

However the Date/Time will or W be seen if it has been previously set

(DIS ( L_J _will be displayed on SCL75O/L770 onlyl

3 Press the START/STOP button to start recording

• Recording w_ll begin using the basic automatic environment settings

4 Pressing the EASY button again turns the EASY mode off

• The camera w_ll return to the settrngs that were set pnor to the EASY mode being s;'.qtched on

Note The Easy mode settings are stored in the camera {prowded a good hth_um battery has been _nstalled)

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CUSTOM.Creating

your own customized recording settings

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You can customize the settings and save them for future use

• The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode

1 Set the power switch to CAMERA mode

2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to bring up the MENU list

3 Turn the UP/DOWN d_al unN CUSTOM SET is highlighted

4 Press the ENTER button, [he CUSTOM menu will appear

• Set the status of each _temto what you want

5 To exit the menu, press the MENU ON/OFF button twice

6 By pressing the CUSTOM button, the Custom settings will come up

• Da[e/T_¢neand TitLewill only appear d these have been set in advance (see page 46j

• The word CUSTOM" ;v_ll be d_splayed on the LCD at the same tlcqe

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7 Press the START/STOP button to start recording

• Recording will beg_n usrng the new CUSTOM settings

8 To sw_tch Custom off press the CUSTOM button once

• The camera w_ll revert to the settings that were set prror to the CUSTOM mode being switched on

Notes

• In CUSTOM mode, the DIS and PIP functrons are not available

• If you want to use these, you must first switch the EASY or CUSTOM mode off

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DIS (Digital 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)

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Recording rn the Zoom In mode

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 t,rne

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1 Set the power switch to CAMERA mode [See page 22j

• Open the LCD monitor and adJuSt it to see comfortabry

2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button

• The MENU list will appear

3 Turn the UP/DOWN O_alto DIS

4 Press ENTER

• The DISsetbng w_llchange

5 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end the setting

• When the DIS is set the DIS mark { L_JJ) ;',,ill be displayed or, the OSD

Notes I It is recommended you deactrvate the handshake compensation function when using a tripod

2 The DIS function will not operate ,n the DSE mode

3 The MENU ON/OFF funcbon w_ll not operate m EASY mode

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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

4, Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focumng _nadequate

Auto Focusing

,,I, The AF ['AutoFocus) mode is set automaticallywhen you switch on the Power sw_tch

*l, if you are inexpenenced w_th camcorders we recommend that you use the Auto Focus mode

Manual Focusing

•l' In the following siLuations you should obtain better results by abJusting the focus manua41y a A picture contatnlng several objects some close to the camcorder others further away b A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow c Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car b People or objects mowng constantly or qu_ckEylike an athlete or crowb

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1 SeL the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 221

2 Press the MF button

3 Zoom _nthe subject to be recorded by pushng the ZOOM tab to the T' rode

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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 dnght background the person's face _stoo dark to d_st_ngu_shtheir features

The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast

The hght sources are too bnght

The subject is against a snowy background

Set the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 22)

Press BLC button

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• BLC enhances only the subject

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PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure)

4, 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 depending on the picture

2 SPORTS mode ( _ )

• For recording people or obJeCtsmoving quickly you should able to pray back the p_cture in SLOWmotion on an

8 tara VCR or slop on a given image with very ItLLreblur

3 PORTRAIT mode ( _ )

• For focusing on the background of the subJect the background being out of focus

The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors

• The shutter speed automatrcally vanes from 1/60 to 1/1000 second dependtng on the p_cture

4 SPOTLIGHT mode ( _ )

• To record correctly when there is only I_ghLon the subject and not the rest of the ptcture

• The shutter speed ts 1/60 second

5 SAND/SNOW mode ( _ )

• For recording ;',,hen the people or obJects are darker than the background because of reflected Itght from sand or snow

• The shutter speed auLomaLrcallyvanes from 1/60 to 1/250 second depending on the ptcture

6 HSS (High Speed Shutter) mode (_-)

• For recording fast-mowng subJects such as the players _ngolf or tennts games

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Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode

1. Set the powerswitchto CAMERAmode.

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Press the P.AE button, the (_) symbol will be displayed.

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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.

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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

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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 8 modes SCL750/L770 10 modes)

1 Normal pcture

2 GHOST Thts mode gtves the image a dragging effect

(SCL750/L770 only)

3 STROBE Thts mode works by inserting a cuttrng effect on the tmage

There are 50 fields tn a normal recorded ptcture {SCL750/L770 onry)

4 SEPIA Th_s mode gives the tmage a SEPIA effect

5 B&W_Brack & Wh_tel Th_s mode allows the _mage to be recorded rn black and whtte

6 NBG (Negat_vel This mode allows rmages to be recorded by reflecttng the color of the _mage

7 MIRROR Thts mode cuts trle image tn half, ustng the mirror effect

8 ART Adds a paint-hke effect called solarizaLron to the image

9 MOSAIC This mode gives the tmage a checkered design

10 "T691WIDE) This mode provides a 16 9[WIDE) televiston dispray

11 CINEMA Th_s mode covers the upper/Iower portton of the screen to gtve a movte-hke effect

Notes • DIS PIP functtons will not operate tn DSE mode

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Selecting and recording DSE effects

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Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

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Press the DSE button, GHOST or SEPIA will be displayed.

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Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed.

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Press the START/STOP button to start recording.

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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.

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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 maintain the clock

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• BLINKENG indicates the possrble changes for the setting

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7. Press ENTER.

• The month to be reset will blink.

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Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month.

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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.

11. Press ENTER after setting the minute and the clock setting screen will disappear. The selected date and time will then be displayed.

Recording the DATE/TiME

1, Make sure that you have set the DATE/TIME.

2.

Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22)

• Open the LCD monitor and adjust it to see comfortably.

3.

Press the DATE/TIME button the required number of times.

• To record the date only, press the DATE/TIME button once.

• To record the date and time, press the DATE/TIME button twice.

4.

Press the START/STOP button to record the DATE/TIME on your recording.

Notes:

• If your date and time settings are not maintained in the camcorder, it means the installed LITHIUM BATTERY is discharged. (see page 2I)

• You cannot conceal the recorded date or time during playback.

• The DATE/TIME function cannot be turned off in EASY or CUSTOM mode.

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Recordin 9

Selecting and Recording a Title

•t, Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only

•t, The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored ,n the camcorder's memory

•t, You can also select the language of the titles

Selecting a Language 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 LITHIUM BATTERY or have the AC adapter attached qsee page 21

2 Set trle power switch to CAMERA mode {see page 221

• Open the LCD monitor and adjust _tto see comfortably

3 Press the MENU ON/OFF button The MENU hst will appear

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6.

Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language.

• You may select languages from ENGLISH/FRENCH/

GERMAN/ITALIAN/SPANISH/RUSSIAN.

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Press ENTER.

• Then, the title list in the languageyou chose will appear.

8. Turn UP/DOWNdial to whichever TITLE you desire.

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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.

Recording a Title

Note: • Make sure that you have selected a TITLE from the TITLE list.

1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode,

• Open the LCD monitor and adjust it to see comfortably.

2. Press MENU.

3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until TtTLE........OFF

is highlighted,

4. Press ENTER to choose between OFF, AUTO-10S and CONTINUE.

5. Press START/STOP button to record the title with your picture.

• If you want to change TITLE recording time, select title recording time (OFF, AUTO-10S, CONTINUE) on MENU.

Notes: • The title moves horizontally from the right side to the left side 10 seconds after you turn on the title.

• MENU ON/OFF function will net operate in EASY or REC mode.

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Fade In and 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

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Before recording, hold down the FADE button

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Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button

Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually appear

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To Stop Recording (using FADE IN / FADE OUT)

3 When you wish to stop recording hold down the FADE button

The picture and sound gradually disappear bade out)

4 When the picture has disappeared press the START/STOP button to stop record,ng

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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 qsee page 35)

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3 Press the MENU ON/OFF button the MENU Dst wdl be d_splayed

4 Turn the UP/DOWN d_al until PIP OFF _shghhghted

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• Start recording by pressing the START/STOP button when the portion you want to record appears

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7 Setting PIP ON to OFF in the MENU will make the small screen disappear and s;v_tch the PIP mode off

Notes • When you use the PIP function while making a recording the PIP screen will be recorded on the Tape

• The MENU ON/OFF functron wHI not operate in EASY mode

• PIP function will not operate _n DSE mode

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Snap Shot (SCL750/L770 only)

"tWith 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

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• At this t_me, de careful not to shake your camcorder because the

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3 After the SNAP SHOT button has been pressed, your camcorder will record the still image for 6 seconds, then automatically return to STANDBY mode

• You can check the rematning time for SNAP SHOT recordtng by looking at the t_medtsplayed on the screen

• To stop SNAP SHOT recording, press the SNAP SHOT button agatn

Notes

• If the camcorder ts knocked or shaken while taktng a SNAP SHOT the tmage may be blurred

• The SNAP SHOT functton will not operate in MENU mode

• SNAP SHOT functton wtll not operate tn DSE mode

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White Balance

•t, WHITE BALANCE ts a recording functton that preserves trle unique color of tr]e object in any recordtng condttlon

•t, 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

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Press the MENU ON/OFF button then the MENU Itst wtll appear

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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 Press ENTER to select ON

• Demonstration w_ll start

5 Set the POWER sw_tcn LoOFF to end the Demonstrattor,

Note The MENU ON/OFF funcLton wtll not operate tn EASY or REC mode

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Advanced Recording

Setting the Date/Title Color

1 Set the power sw,tch to CAMERA mode qsee page 221

2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button

• The MENU list will appear

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6 Press ENTER

7 Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end setting

• The title and Date/tlrqe w41 appear _nthe color you chose

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Lighting Techniques

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)

4, The s,ng[e greatest tnfluence on p_cture qualtty ts the level of bnghtness measured ,n lux

4, The followtng table Itsts a few common sttuattons the correspondtng leveF of bnghtness and any associated recommendations

Sttuat_ons

,e. Snow-covered mountatns or fieFds

,e. Sandy beach on a hot summer's day

,e. On a sunny day tn the mtddle of the afternoon

,e. On a gloomy day an hour after the sunnse

,e. Offtce wtth fluorescent Itghtlng near to a wIRdOW

,e. On a sunny day an hour before the sunset

,e. Department store counter

,e. Room ht by two 30W fluorescent hghts

,e. Arcade at n,ght

,e. Candle light

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After Recording

I Eject the tape that you have recorded _see page 261

2 If you want to protect accidental erasure of the tape you have recorded push the red tab on the cassette

3 Set the POWER switch to OFF

4 Close the LENS cover

5 Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder

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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

Connecting to a TV whtch has an Audio and Video input jack

'_ Use the Audio/Video cabre supphed w,th your camcorder

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'_ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR

• Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE

• The yellow plug Video

• The white plug Audlo['LI

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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

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Use the TVNIDEO 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.

• Make sure that STOP is displayed.

PLAYER

4.

Press the I_11 (PLAY/STILL) button.

• The picture you recorded appears on the TV after 2 to 3 seconds.

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Press • (STOP) to stop playing.

If the tape reaches its end during playback, the tape will rewind automatically.

Notes:

• Vibration from the built-in speaker can cause picture distortion.

• It is best to turn the built-in speaker off when your camcorder is connected to the TV.

• The system (Hi8/8mm) is selected automatically, depending on the tape format.

• This camcorder does not support LP recording and playback.

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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 RETURN (SOL710/L750/L770 only)

•t, The ZERO RETURN funcbon works in STOP of PLAYER mode

•t, You can Fast Fo_ard or Rewind to 0 00 00 automatically

1 Set the power switch to PLAYER mode

• Make sure that STOP is d_splayed

2 Press the ZERO RETURN button

• Z RETURN is displayed

• FF or REW works automatically

Notes

• The ZERO RETURN button does not work when the TAPE COUNTER reads 0 00 00

• Set the COUNTER RESET to C RESET 0 00 00" in MENU mode at the start of the cassette or the required sequence

When you wish to find this point on the tape again press Z RETURN button when playback _sstopped

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Playing

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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* The speaker _sturned ON/OFF by opening/closing the LCD

4* 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

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2 Press the MENU ON/OFF button then the MENU list will appear

3 Turn the UP/DOWN dial to SPEAKER

4 Press ENTER to switch the selection

5 Press the MENU ON/OFF button again to end the SPEAKER setting

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4* Speaker volume can be controlled by turning the MENU dial during playback

Note When the MENU list is on volume will not be changed

DSE m PLAYER mode

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The procedure for using DSE in PLAYER mode is the same as the procedure for using DSE _nCAMERA mode except that the power sw_tch must be set to PLAYER _nstead of CAMERA Please refer [o pages 44 and 45

The GHOST STROBE NEG camcorder is in PLAYER mode

MIRROR MOSAIC CINEMA and I6 9qWIDEI effects w41 not operate when your

Pressing the DSE button will scroll through the available settings the one you require

Pla /in l back the Tape

Multi Playback (using the PAL60 System)

"I' 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

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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 the UP/DOWN d_a4 to PAL CONV OFF"

5 Press ENTER then it will change to PAL CONV PAL60"

• Now you can see the p_cture by pressing the PLAY button

6 Press MENU ON/OFF button to end setting

Notes 1 Th_s Camcorder can not record using the PAL60" system

2 When an NTSC tape is being played back the p_cture on the PAL monitor screen may shr_nk in the Verbcal direction

3 If the s_gnar recorded on the tape is in bad condltron the PAL6O playback system may ma4functlon

4 A PAL recorded tape can not be played back on this camcorder

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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.

System Requirements

• CPU : InteP PentiumIP processor campatibleor better

• Operating system : Windows_ 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

• RAM : 64 MB or more

• CD-ROM: 4x CD-ROM drive

• VIDEO : 65,000-coloror bettervideo display card

• AvailableUSB port

• Hard Disc : 4GB (SGB recommended)

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• Windows _ Js a registered trademark of the Microso_ Corporation.

• AU other brands and names are property of their respective owners.

USB interface (SCL770 only)

Installing USB Media 2.0

Program

Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program

If another camera or scanner _sconnected please disconnect ILIn advance

+ This explanation is based on Windows 98SE OS

How to install the program

1 The installprogram automaticallyoperate when the CD is insertedintoCD-ROM

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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. 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.

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• USB Media 2.0 User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD in Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF).

The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD.

(The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of Adobe Systems, Inc.)

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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.

• If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged.

• If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other

USB devices, the camcorder may not work properly.

In this case, remove the other USB devices from the PC and reconnect the camcorder.

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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

• Reattachmg the Eyecap

4 Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER

5 Put the screw back on

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Cleaning the LCD panel

Open the LCD monttorand wtpe tt gentlyw,th a soft cloth

Be carefu[ not to damage the panel

Cleanmg the Video Heads

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•t, When the playback ptctures are noisy or hardly wstble, the vtdeo heads may be dirty

Normal Ptcture b c Notsy Ptcture

If thts happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner

1 Set the power swttch to PLAYER mode [Ia jI b

2 Insert the creanmg tape

3 Press the IHI {PLAY/STILL) button

4 Press the • {STQPI button after about 30 seconds

Check the qualtty of the ptcture usmg a video cassette

If it rs stt[I bad repeat the operation If the problem continues, contact your local authorized serwce center

Storing the Camcorder

1 You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the

CarT]Corderwhen stonng

2 Keep the carT]corder _na venttlated dry and warm place

3 Do not Keep the camcorder in a place ;',,here the temperature often changes such as in a car pthe CarT]COrderm a stable place

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Using Your Camcorder 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 copy to a video cassette recorder the televisron or VCR must be NTSC or PAL60/Player mode onlyj compatible and have the approprrate audto/vtdeo jacks

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•_ PAL-compatible area

Austral_ar Austria BelgLum Bulgartar Ch_nar CIS, Czech Republm, Denmarkr Egypt, FnEand, France, Germany,

Greecer Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kongr Hungary, India, Nan, Iraq, Kuwait, Dbyar Malaysia Mauritius,

Rumania, Saud_Arab_a, Singapore, Slovak Republm, Spain, Sweden, Swttzedand Syria, Tilatlandr Tun=sta,etc

,,_ NTSC-compabble area

Bahamas, Canada, Central Amenca, Japan, Mextco, Ph_hpptnes, Korea, Ta=wan, Untted StateSr elc

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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

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the battery pack is alr'qost discharged the battery pack is fully discharged the tape has alr'qost reached

ItS end the tape reached its end there is no tape _nthe car'qcorder the tape _sprotected from recording the camcorder has some mechanical fault

Action

Change _tto a charged one

Change it to a charged battery

Prepare a new one

Change to a new one

Insert a tape

If you ;,.,ant to record release the protecbon

1 Eject the tape

2 Set to OFF

3 Detach the battery

4 Reattach the battery

" Please contact your local authorized serwce center If the prob{em continues slow moisture condensation has formed _nthe camcorder see page 7"

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

You cannot switch the camcorder on

Start,Stop does not operate while recording

The camcorder goes off automatically

The battery pack _s quickly exhausted

ExpJanatmnlSolutlon

• Check the battery pack Isee page 231 or the AC power adapter [see page 22_

• Check the POWER set it to CAMERA

• You have reached the end of the cassette

• Check the record protecbon tab on the cassette [see page 26)

• You have left the camcorder set to STANDBY for more than 5 i_ilrlutes without using it rsee page 281

• The battery pack is fully used up [see page 25)

• The atmosphenc temperature _stoo low isee page 25}

• The battery pack has not been charged fully Isee page 231

• The battery pack is completely dead and cannot be recharged bse another battery pack

• The battery pack is fully used up

• A mechanical fault mlgflt have occurred Isee page 68_

You cannot eject the cassette from the compartment

The DATE TfkIE indicator flashes more than 2 braes when you set the camcorder to CAMERA

The playback p_cture iS poor

You cannot operate any fuqctlons on the camcorder

• The llthum battery _snot installed or _sfully used up Isee page 211

• The wdeo heads m_ghtbe d_dy Isee page 661

• A mechanical fault mlgflt have occurred Isee page 68)

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Troubleshooting

Symptom

A vertical stdpe appears when you record a bright subject against a dark background

(candle flame, for example).

The image quality on the LCD

is poor.

I Explanation/solution

_, 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 in the viewfinder is blurred.

* The use of VIEWFINDER is recommended when recording under sunlight.

(see page 7)

_, Adjust the LCD. (see page 30)

_, The viewfinder lens has not been adjusted.

Turn the viewfinder focus ring until the screen comes into sharp focus.

(see page 31)

_, Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.

_, You have reached the beginning or end of the cassette.

The tape does not move when you press the Play, Fast

Forward or Rewind buttons.

The picture does not appear in the viewfinder.

There is no sound from the

SPEAKER when playing back the tape.

The Date/Time or Title disappeared even though you had it set.

_,

_,

_,

The LCD mooitor is opened.

Make sure the SPEAKER is ON. (see page 60)

The lithium battery is not installed or is fully used up.

(see page 21)

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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 none of the functions except cassette erection will work

Open the cassette compartment and remove the battery for at least two hours rn a warm dry room

+ Please follo;v this procedure when the DEW protection feature is unexpectedly activated and you want to ovemde it

(Please make sure that the condensabon has disappeared compretely I

" :_ DEW

I r ''<_''_

1 Take the battery pack out (

2 Take the lithium battery out

3 Put the lithium battery back

4 Put the battery pack back

1,__ _ ll!t"

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Specifications

•t, These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.

System

Recordingsystem

Video signal

Usable cassette

Tape speed

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. cell

Method

Connectors

Video out

Audio out

Externalmic

General

Power requirements

Powerconsumption

*Recording, LCD ON

Built-inmic

Built-inspeaker

Operatingtemperature

Dimension(WxHxD)

Weight

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' SCL700/L710/L750/L770

Video: 2 rotaryheads Helical scanning FM

Audio: FM monauralsystem

NTSC color, EIA standard

Hi8 or 8ram

SP: 14.345mm/sec

Record: SP only Playback:SP only

P6-120:t20 min.

P6-120: approx. 6.5 min.

CCD (Charge Coupled Device)

22x

3.6-79.2 mm

1.6

46 mm

Inner

Auto wide macro

0.3 lux (visible)

2.5 inch/112k

TFT

Minijack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Unbalanced

Minijack, 7.7 dBs, imp.: less than 820 ohms

Monaural_3.5 (SCL750/L770)

OC 8.4 V

(1.5

SCL7OO/L710: 5.4 W, SCL750/L770:5.9W

Condenser mic, omni-directional

Dynamic, 0.5 W standard

O°C to 4O°C (32°F to 104°F)

101x104x174 mm (3.g8x4.0gx6.85

inches)

780 g (1.716 Ibs)

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Index

=A-

ABROAD .............................................................................. 67

AC POWER ADAPTER ........................................................ 22

ADJUSTING ........................................................................ 30

AF ........................................................................................ 40

AUDIO .................................................................................. 56

AUTO FOCUSING .............................................................. 40

AUTO MODE ........................................................................ 42

AUTO POWER OFF ............................................................ 28

B -

BATTERY.............................................................................. 23

BATTERY LEVEL ................................................................ 25

BATTERY PACK .................................................................. 23

BLC ...................................................................................... 41

BRIGHTNESS ...................................................................... 30

-c:

CAMERA .............................................................................. 22

CASSETTE .......................................................................... 26

CASSETTE HOLDER .......................................................... 15

CLEANING .......................................................................... 66

COLOR ................................................................................ 30

CONTENTS ............................................................................ 2

COUNTER ............................................................................ 59

CUSTOM .............................................................................. 38

DATE .................................................................................... 46

DATE/TIME .......................................................................... 46

DO CABLE ............................................................................ 22

DEMO .................................................................................. 54

DEW .................................................................................... 71

DIGITAL ZOOM .................................................................... 35

DIMENSIONS ...................................................................... 72

DIS........................................................................................ 39

DISPLAY .............................................................................. 16

DSE ...................................................................................... 44

=E-

EASY .................................................................................... 37

EJECT .................................................................................. 26

ENTER.................................................................................. 30

EXTERNAL MIC .................................................................. 72

-F-

FADEIN ................................................................................ 50

FADE OUT ............................................................................ 50

FAR ...................................................................................... 40

FF (FAST FORWARD) ........................................................ 59

FILTER DIAMETER .............................................................. 72

FOCAL LENGTH .................................................................. 72

=G-

GHOST ................................................................................ 44

-H-

HAND STRAP ...................................................................... 20

Hi8 ........................................................................................ 58

=L =

LCD ...................................................................................... 30

LENS .................................................................................... 13

LITHIUM BATTERY .............................................................. 21

-M-

MIRROR .............................................................................. 44

MOISTURE .......................................................................... 7I

MOSAIC................................................................................ 44

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Index

- N -

ND FILTER .......................................................................... 56

NEAR .................................................................................... 40

NEG ...................................................................................... 44

NTSC .................................................................................... 67

.,O-

OPERATION MODE ............................................................ 17

OSD .................................................................................... 16

PIP ...................................................................................... 51

PLAY .................................................................................... 58

PLAYER .............................................................................. 58

PORTRAIT MODE .............................................................. 42

POWER CONSUMPTION .................................................... 72

POWER REQUIREMENT .................................................... 72

POWER SWITCH ................................................................ 22

PROGRAM AE .................................................................... 42

RECHARGING .................................................................... 23

REC SEARCH .................................................................... 28

REMOTECONTROL ............................................................ 19

REW (REWIND) .................................................................. 59

iS.

SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS .................................................... 4

SAND/SNOW MODE .......................................................... 42

SELF-30S ............................................................................ 19

SELF-END .......................................................................... 19

SELF DIAGNOSIS .............................................................. 68

SELF RECORD .................................................................... 19

SELF TIMER ........................................................................ 19

SEPIA .................................................................................. 44

SHOULDER STRAP ............................................................ 21

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SNAP SHOT ........................................................................ 52

SPEAKER ............................................................................ 60

SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................ 70

SPORTS MODE .................................................................. 42

SPOTLIGHT MODE ............................................................ 42

START/STOP ...................................................................... 27

STILL.................................................................................... 59

STOP .................................................................................. 58

STROBE .............................................................................. 44

SYSTEM .............................................................................. 72

S-VIDEO ............................................................................ 58

_T _

TAPE COUNTER ................................................................ 17

TAPE EJECT ........................................................................ 26

TAPE END .......................................................................... 68

TIME .................................................................................... 46

TITLE .................................................................................. 48

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................ 69

TV MONITOR ...................................................................... 57

-V-

VIDEO .................................................................................. 57

VIDEO HEAD ...................................................................... 66

VOLUME .............................................................................. 60

-W-

WAiT-10S ............................................................................ 19

WEIGHT .............................................................................. 72

WHITE BALANCE ................................................................ 53

.Z

.

ZERO RETURN .................................................................. 59

ZOOM .................................................................................. 34

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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. The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864).

Labor

90 days carry-in

Parts

1 year

SAMSUNG

LIMITED WARRANTY

On carry-in models, transportation to and from the service center is the customer's responsibility.

The original dated sales receipt must be retained by the customer and is the only acceptable proof of purchase.

It must be presented to the authorized service center.

EXCLUSIONS(WHAT IS NOT COVERED)

This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, fire, flood and/or other acts of God; misuse,

incorrect line voltage, improper installation, improper or unauthorized repairs, commercial use, or damage that occurs in shipping.

Exterior and interior finish, lamps, and glass are net covered under this warranty.

Customer adjustments which are explained in the instruction manual are not covered under the terms of this warranty. This warranty will automatically be voided for any unit found with a missing or altered serial number.

This warranty is valid only on products purchased in the United States and Puerto Rico.

Some States do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on hew long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may net apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

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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 Home Page http://www.samsungusa.corn

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