00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 101 ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL901/L906/L907 ST ST ART/ OP SE TIM LF ER DIS PL AY ST ILL Hi CO RESUNTE ET R RETZER URO N WID E TE LE SCL901/L906/L907 Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
00732M SCL901 SEA SAFETY 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 102 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
00732M SCL901 SEA SAFETY 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 103 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
00732M SCL901 SEA SAFETY 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 104 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and power-line surges. 15.
00732M SCL901 SEA SAFETY 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 105 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 23. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter should be use.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 2 ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8 Descriptions ■ Front View/Side View/Rear View..........................................................................................................
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 3 ENGLISH Contents (continued) Program AE (Automatic Exposure) .............................................................................................................................................................................38 DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode.........................................................................................................................................................
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 4 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Unintended rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1) LCD screen closed. 1) 2) Standard recording by using the LCD screen. 2) 90° 3) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 5 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 1) Do not place the camcorder so that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or by a window. 1 2 3 2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. 3) Unintended rotation may cause damage to the viewfinder.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 6 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the battery pack ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors. ✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 7 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices with Recording or Playback by using LCD 1) The LCD Screen is manufactured by using high precision technology. However, there may be some tiny specks (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD Screen. These specks are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. 2) When using the LCD Screen outdoors in direct sunlight, it may be difficult to view. If this occurs, use the viewfinder.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 8 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back. MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish. Snap Shot (SCL906/L907 only) The Snap Shot function lets you record an object at a standstill for a limited time in Camera mode.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 9 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 2. REC SEARCH (REW) 4. REC SEARCH 3. LIGHT (PLAY/STILL) 6. TAPE EJECT (FF) 5. DATE/TIME (STOP) 7. EVF 13. VIDEO LIGHT 1. LENS 9. Remote Sensor 10. LCD 8. MIC 11. CUSTOM 12. EASY 1. Lens (see page 68) 2. REC SEARCH (REW) REC SEARCH works in STANDBY mode. (see page 24) REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 55) 3. LIGHT (PLAY/STILL) (see page 54) PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 10 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 24. BLC 14. MENU ON/OFF 23. FADE 15. ENTER (MF) 16. UP/DOWN Dial (VOLUME) 20. SPEAKER 22. LCD Open 17. S-VIDEO out 18. P.AE 19. DSE 21. Lithium Battery 14. MENU ON/OFF (see page 26) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 19. DSE (see page 40) DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 15. ENTER (MF) (see page 26) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. (see page 36) 20.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 11 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 25. ZOOM 26. CASSETTE Compartment 36. BATTERY EJECT 27. Hooks for shoulder strap 37. SNAP SHOT/D.ZOOM 28. AUDIO/VIDEO Out 39. USB JACK (SCL907 only) 32. START/STOP MIC 33. External MIC (SCL906/L907 only) 35. Battery Pack Compartment 38. Recharging Indicator 29. LENS Cap 34. DC Jack 30. Hand Strap 31. POWER Switch 25. ZOOM (see page 30) 33. External MIC (see page 68) (SCL906/L907 only) 26.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off. ✤ The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. ✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the LCD Screen. OSD in CAMERA mode a. Zoom position (see page 30) Indicates zoom position. b a b. DIS (SCL906/L907 only) (see page 35) Indicates DIS is activated.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. Time (see page 42) Indicates the time you are recording. k. Title (see page 44) Indicates the recorded title you have set. It is superimposed on the scene. l. Self diagnosis (see page 64) (TAPE!, TAPE END!, PROTECTION!) Checks the operation of the Camcorder. m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 40) Indicates the DSE mode is activated. The operation modes are STROBE, SEPIA, B&W, NEG.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. AC Power Adapter. (AA-E8 TYPE) (see page 18) 2. AC cord. (see page 18) 3. Battery Pack. (see page 19) 4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 53) 5. Shoulder strap. (see page 17) 6. Instruction Book. 7. Remote Control. (see page 15) (SCL906/L907 only) 8.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 15 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL906/L907 only) Description of Buttons 1. Start/Stop (see page 23) 2. Self Timer 3. Still (see page 55) 4. WIDE (see page 30) 5. TELE (see page 30) 6. Display (see page 12) 7. (Play) (see page 54) 8. (FF) (see page 55) 9. (REW) (see page 55) 10. (Stop) (see page 54) 11. Counter Reset (see page 55) 12.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 16 ENGLISH Preparing 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the LCD: ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-30S ■ WAIT-10S/SELF-END 1 CAMERA 3. Press START/STOP button to start the timer. : After waiting for 10 seconds, recording starts. : If you have selected SELF-30S, recording stops automatically after 30 seconds. : If you have selected SELF-END, press START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 17 ENGLISH Preparing Attaching the Lens Cover 1 2 3 4 Lithium Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 18 ENGLISH Preparing Connecting the Power Source ✤ There are two ways to connect power source. - Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power Adapter 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall socket type may be different depending on regional conditions. 2 1 3 CAMERA 3.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:40 AM Page 19 ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often you are likely to use the zoom feature during recording. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 2 3 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the camcorder. 4.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 20 ENGLISH Preparing Using the Battery Pack Continuous recording time table based on model and battery type. ✤ Battery Type LCD ON, EVF OFF LCD OFF, EVF ON SB-L110A Approximately 90 minutes Approximately 120 minutes SB-L160 Approximately 130 minutes Approximately 180 minutes SB-L320 Approximately 270 minutes Approximately 360 minutes The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time depends on usage.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 21 ENGLISH Preparing Battery Level Display ✤ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Fully charged 10~40% consumed 40~60% consumed 60~80% consumed (prepare a charged one) 80~95% consumed (change the battery) 100% consumed (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ✤ Please refer to the table on page 20 for approximate continuous recording time.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 22 ENGLISH Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ There are several cassette types, depending on: - Color system used - Recording/playback time. - Hi8 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ Check to see if the battery pack is in place or AC adapter is connected. Make sure the A/V cable is unplugged. 1. Press the EJECT button. - The compartment opens automatically.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 23 ENGLISH Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Please make these preparations before recording.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 24 ENGLISH Basic Recording b. To stop recording, press the red START/STOP button again. When Recording stops, STBY should be displayed on the LCD. STBY Y:YY:YY When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically. To use it again, push the red START/STOP button or set the power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 25 ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ■ ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. For stable recording, fix the LENS COVER firmly by clipping it on the hand strap. (refer to figure) Recording with the LCD Screen 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. (see page 16) 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or next to the LCD to support and adjust it.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 26 ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which allows you to view recording or playback directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: ■ Brightness ■ Color 1. Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) MENU 3.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 27 ENGLISH Basic Recording 9. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD color setting. 10. Press ENTER. ■ For further adjustment, repeat steps 7, 8, 9. 11. Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end the setting. Note: ■ If you do not press a button within 30 seconds, the setting will disappear. ■ The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY mode. Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER Focus: Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 28 ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape on the LCD ✤ ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD Screen. Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and push the switch to PLAYER mode. 1 PLAYER 2. Insert the tape you have just recorded. 2 3. Open the LCD Screen and make sure that STOP is displayed on the OSD. Adjust the angle of the LCD Screen and set the brightness or the color if necessary.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 29 ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY The LCD adjustment method in PLAYER mode is identical to step number 4 of page 26, except the power switch must be set to PLAYER. Controlling the Sound from the Speaker ✤ When you use the LCD Screen while playing back, you can hear sound from the Speaker. ✤ Volume of the Speaker is controlled by the UP/DOWN dial tab on the camcorder.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 30 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 31 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the “T” side. We recommend that you use the DIS (SCL906/L907) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 35) W T MENU W T 880 x LCD ADJUST DIS........................ON D.ZOOM ..............ON WHITE BAL ..........AUTO DISPLAY ..............
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 32 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL906/L907 only) ✤ The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 31. MENU LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM ..............OFF WHITE BAL ..........AUTO DISPLAY ..............ON LANGUAGE..........ENGLISH WL REMOCON ....ON 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. NEXT: MENU MENU 3.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 33 ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 18). 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 34 ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM - Creating your own customized recording settings ✤ You can customize the settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) MENU LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM ..............OFF WHITE BAL ..........AUTO DISPLAY ..............ON LANGUAGE..........ENGLISH WL REMOCON ....ON 2.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 35 ENGLISH Advanced Recording DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, SCL906/L907 only) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits).
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 36 ENGLISH Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in the CAMERA mode only. ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing ✤ The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 37 ENGLISH Advanced Recording 4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused. 5. You will obtain a sharp picture after zooming out. 6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode. BLC BLC works in the CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is placed in front of a window.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 38 ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in the CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and aperture to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of the field. ✤ There are 6 automatic exposure modes. ✤ The flicker appears when photographing from the interior fluorescent lamp lower part. 1.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 39 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) 2. Press the P.AE button, the ( ) symbol will be displayed. 3. Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. ( ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ ) ■ No Display : Auto mode. STBY 0:00:00 JAN. 31, 2004 Notes: ■ The screen status that is changed by the P.AE button will be recorded on the tape. ■ To end the P.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 40 ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record. ✤ There are several DSE modes. (SCL901: 8 modes, SCL906/L907: 9 modes) 1. Normal picture. 2. STROBE: This mode works by inserting a cutting effect on the image.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 41 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) 2. Press the DSE button, STROBE or SEPIA will be displayed. STBY X:XX:XX SEPIA 3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed. 4. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. 5. To exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or several times until no DSE mode is displayed on the LCD.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 42 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME ✤ Setting and recording the date/time feature works in the CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can record the date/time on your tapes, so you will know when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed on the viewfinder or LCD. Setting a DATE/TIME ✤ Setting the DATE/TIME is possible in STANDBY of CAMERA mode only. 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 43 ENGLISH Advanced Recording 7. Press ENTER. ■ The month to be reset will blink. CLOCK SETTING 12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005 EXIT: MENU 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. CLOCK SETTING 12:00 AM FEB. 1, 2005 EXIT: MENU 9. Press ENTER. ■ The day to be reset will blink. CLOCK SETTING 10. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure used for setting the year and month. 11.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 44 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting and Recording a Title ✤ Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only. ✤ The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder’s memory. ✤ You can also select the language of the titles. Selecting Title-Language and Setting a Title ✤ Selecting a language is possible in STANDBY in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The factory default language is ENGLISH. You can change the language. 1.
00732M SCL901 SEA (20-45) 12/26/03 10:45 AM Page 45 ENGLISH Advanced Recording 6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ You may select languages among ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/DEUTSCH/ ITALIANO/ESPAÑOL/PYCCK»…. 7. Press ENTER. ■ Then, the title list will appear in the language you chose. ENGLISH [HAVING FUN] FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL PYCCK»… 8. Turn UP/DOWN dial to whichever TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 46 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). ➔ 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 47 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Snap Shot (SCL906/L907 only) ✤ With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder functions like a regular film camera, allowing you to take single still pictures. - The SNAP SHOT function operates in the CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. CAMERA 2. Point the Camera at the image you want to record and press the SNAP SHOT button.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 48 ENGLISH Advanced Recording White Balance ✤ WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good color quality of the image. - AUTO: This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. - INDOOR ( ): Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 49 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting OSD Language 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. 2. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to LANGUAGE and press the ENTER button. MENU LCD ADJUST DIS........................OFF D.ZOOM ..............OFF WHITE BAL ..........AUTO DISPLAY ..............ON LANGUAGE..........ENGLISH WL REMOCON ....ON EXIT: MENU MENU 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 50 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Demonstration ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA mode when a tape is not in the camcorder. ✤ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 51 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Date/Title Color 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 18) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear. 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOR.......WHITE. 4. Press ENTER. ■ A list of available colors will appear. 5. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate color. 6. Press ENTER. ■ Press the DATE/TIME button to choose whether the date and/or time will be displayed.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 52 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques ✤ When you use your camcorder, there are only two possible recording environments. - You will be recording outdoors (Normal recording or through an ND(Neutral Density) filter). - You will be recording indoors (Video light recommended or required). ✤ The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of brightness, measured in lux.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 53 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ✤ To view a tape that you have recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. ✤ There are two ways to see a tape; ■ To watch with LCD: recommended for outdoor use. ■ To watch with TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. To watch with LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD Screen in a car or the outdoors. (see page 28) To watch with TV ✤ It is practical to use a TV monitor to view tapes indoors.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 54 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Notes: ■ SCL901/L906/L907 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR features a stereo audio system, connect the audio cable to input “L” of your TV or VCR. ■ You can use an S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality of pictures if you have a S-VIDEO connector on your TV. ■ While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD panel. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. Playback 1.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 55 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - Press (PLAY/STILL) button during playback. - To resume playback, press PLAY/STILL (PLAY/STILL) button again. Note: Your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to prevent tape and head-drum wear.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 56 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Adjusting the LCD ✤ The LCD control in PLAYER mode is identical to step 3 of the page 26, except the power switch must be set to PLAYER mode. Setting the Speaker ON/OFF ✤ The speaker is turned ON/OFF by opening/closing the LCD. ✤ The speaker ON/OFF setting operates when the LCD is opened. When it is set to OFF, the speaker won’t turn on even after opening the LCD. 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 57 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Multi Playback (using a PAL60 System) ✤ This Camcorder can convert an NTSC tape recorded in the SP mode to the “PAL60” format, allowing you to view it on a PAL TV which has Vertical sync adjustment circuitry for 60Hz. - “PAL60” is a special output signal format with which a PAL TV can be used to view a tape recorded by an NTSC recorder. 1. Set power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert an NTSC tape you want to see. 3.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 58 ENGLISH USB interface (SCL907 only) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 59 ENGLISH USB interface (SCL907 only) Installing USB Media 2.0 Program ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. ✤ This explanation is based on Windows® 98SE OS. How to install the program 1. The install program automatically operates when the CD is inserted into CD-ROM. Note: If the program installed does not operate, double click Install.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 60 ENGLISH USB interface (SCL907 only) 4. The window below displays the folder to install the program. ■ The program is installed in the following folder. C:\Programfiles\Samsung\USB Media 2.0 ■ Click 4. to change the folder. 5. Connect the camcorder to PC. 6. PC finds the new hardware and installs the driver automatically. 7. If the driver is installed, the installation is completed. 6. 8. Execute USB Media 2.0 player on the Windows wall paper.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 61 ENGLISH USB interface (SCL907 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. This connection, however, may produce noise depending on the PC.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 62 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder Cleaning the Viewfinder ◆ Releasing the Eyecap 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the screw counter-clockwise. 2. Pull the EYECAP out. 3. Clean the EYECAP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. ◆ Reattaching the Eyecap 4. Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER. 5. Put the screw back on.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 63 ENGLISH Using Your Camcorder Abroad Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the power used. Color system ■ You can view your recording on the LCD or viewfinder.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 64 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks. They might save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Inform that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged Change it to a charged one. fast the battery pack is fully discharged. Change it to a charged battery. TAPE END! slow the tape has almost reached its end.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 65 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Checking ✤ If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: ■ The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder. ■ Your warranty, if applicable. ✤ Then contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 66 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Explanation/Solution Symptom A vertical stripe appears when you record a bright subject against a dark background (candle flame, for example). ◆ The contrast between the subject and the background is too great for the camcorder to operate normally. Make the background bright to reduce the contrast or use the BLC function while you are recording. (see page 37) The image quality on the LCD is poor.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 67 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Moisture Condensation ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder has a built-in moisture sensor.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 68 ENGLISH Specifications ✤ The design and technical specifications may be changed without notice. System Recording system Video signal Usable cassette Tape speed Speed mode Recording time FF or REW time Image device Optical zoom ratio Focal length: f F Filter diameter Focus system Macro Min.
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 69 ENGLISH Index -AABROAD ........................................................................................63 AC POWER ADAPTER ................................................................18 ADJUSTING....................................................................................26 AF ....................................................................................................36 AUDIO ..................................................
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 70 ENGLISH Index -OOPERATION MODE ......................................................................13 OSD.................................................................................................12 -PPLAY................................................................................................54 PLAYER...........................................................................................54 PORTRAIT MODE...............................
00732M SCL901 SEA (46-71) 12/26/03 10:46 AM Page 71 ENGLISH Warranty (SEA Users Only) SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option.
00732M SCL901 SEA (1-19) 12/26/03 10:39 AM Page 100 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungusa.