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Digital Video Camcorder

Owner’s Instruction Manual

Before operating the unit, please read this

instruction manual thoroughly, and retain it for

future reference.

AF Auto Focus

CCD Charge Coupled Device

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

SCD5000

ELECTRONICS

US PATENT 4415844

00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 101

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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 101 ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD5000 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Manual Before operating the unit, please read this instruction manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
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00655B SCD5000-SAFETY 4/10/05 11:14 AM Page 100 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
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00655B SCD5000-SAFETY 4/10/05 11:14 AM Page 101 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.
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00655B SCD5000-SAFETY 4/10/05 11:14 AM Page 102 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm o 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.
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00655B SCD5000-SAFETY 4/10/05 11:14 AM Page 103 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 used.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 2 ENGLISH Contents Start 8 Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Quick Start ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Setting to CAMCORDER / CAMERA modes ............................................................................................................................................................ 30 Setting the Power Switch .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Adjusting the LCD .............
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording 55 PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55 Setting PROGRAM AE ......................................................................................................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 5 ENGLISH Contents Connecting to a TV which has No Audio and Video Input Jacks ........................................................................................................................ 78 Playback ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:41 AM Page 6 ENGLISH Contents Advanced Techniques 92 FOCUS LOCK ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92 Digital Zoom in CAMERA Mode ...........................................................................................................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:41 AM Page 7 ENGLISH Contents USB Interface 116 Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ........................................................................................................................................ 116 System Requirements ..............................................................................................................................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 8 ENGLISH Start Precautions on Camcorder Care ✤ Please note the following precautions for use: ✤ Please keep your device in a safe place. This device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children. 8 ■ Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 9 ENGLISH Start Quick Start ✤ This device provides a variety of functions because it is a Camcorder and Digital Still Camera in one system. Please read this manual thoroughly. ✤ Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order: 1. Install the battery pack. 2 2. Insert the Memory Stick into the slot. 3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable to the camcorder. 1 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 10 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over 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 using the LCD screen. 2 180° 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the left. 3 4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front. 4 5.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 11 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause moisture condensation to form inside the camcorder.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 12 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 13 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Note Regarding the LENS - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). - Over-rotating of the LENS body block may damage it. Notes Regarding Electronic Viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 15 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Instruction Manual 6. Lithium Battery for Remote Control. (TYPE: CR2025) 7. Shoulder Strap 8. USB Cable 9. Software CD 10.Remote Control 11.Memory Stick 12.Tripod Adaptor 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 16 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Front & Left View 1. Internal MIC 8. Nite Pix 7. Slow Shutter 2. Memory Stick Slot 6. Battery release button 3. Remote Sensor 5. Battery 4. Lens 16 1. Internal MIC 5. Battery 2. Memory Stick Slot 6. Battery release button 3. Remote Control Sensor 7. Slow Shutter 4. Lens 8.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 17 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Left Side View 11. Rotation Release Button 14. Flash 13. NIGHT SCENE Button 12. MACRO Button 10. TFT LCD Screen 4. Easy Button 9.Focus Adjust Knob 3. PB zoom 2. MF/AF 8. MENU Dial 1. Display 7. MENU Button 5. External MIC / Earphone 1. Display 2. MF/AF 3. PB Zoom 4. Easy Button 5. External MIC / Earphone 6. Hook for handstrap 7. MENU Button 6. Hook for handstrap 8. MENU Dial 9. Focus Adjust knob 10.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 18 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Right & Top View 5. Zoom Lever 1. PHOTO button 2. Viewfinder 6. Memory Stick Slot 3. START/STOP button 4. Power switch 18 1. Photo Button 4. Power switch 2. Viewfinder 5. Zoom Lever 3. Start/Stop Button 6.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 19 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Bottom View 1. Function Button PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY 13. TAPE EJECT S.SHOW OFF BLC 12. Tripod Receptacle REC REV FWD 14. RESET button PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.SHOW BLC OFF REV FWD 2. Speaker REC 3. Hook for shoulder strap 4. DV Jack 11. MACRO Button 8. AV/S-Video 7. DC Jack 5. USB Jack 6. Charging Indicator 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 20 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Remote Control 12. TELE (F.ADV -) 11. WIDE (F.ADV +) 1. START / STOP START/STOP F.ADV T W PHOTO STILL ZERO MEM. REW/RPS PLAY FF/FPS A.DUB STOP SELF TIMER (STILL) 2. 3. PHOTO 4. (REW) / RPS 5. A.DUB 10. ZERO MEMORY 9. (PLAY) 8. (FF) / FPS 7. SELF TIMER SLOW 6. 1. START / STOP 2. (STILL) 3. PHOTO 4. (REW) / RPS 5. A.DUB 6. (STOP) 20 7. SELF TIMER 8. (FF) / FPS 9. (PLAY) 10. ZERO MEMORY 11.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 21 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER Modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 22 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA/M.PLAY Modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 23 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Turning the OSD ON/OFF (On Screen Display) ● Turning OSD ON/OFF Press the DISPLAY button. - Each press of the button toggles the OSD function ON and OFF. - When you turn the OSD OFF, In CAMCORDER / CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q modes are always displayed on the OSD, even when the OSD is turned OFF. The key input is displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 AM Page 24 ENGLISH Preparation How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Make sure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 25 ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom START/STOP, and PHOTO button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap a. Pull the Hand Strap cover open and release the Hand Strap. b.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 26 ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power sources that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter with the AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To Use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable 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 differ according to your country of residence.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 27 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on : - The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. - How often the Zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the device. 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 28 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON CVF ON SB-L70G Approx. 1hr 20min Approx. 58min Approx.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 29 ENGLISH Preparation Battery Level Display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a a. b. c. d. e. Fully Charged 20~40% Used 40~80% Used 80~95% Used Completely Used (flickers) (The device will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) b c d e ✤ Please refer to the table on page 28 for approximate continuous recording times.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 30 ENGLISH Preparation Setting to CAMCORDER / CAMERA modes ✤ This device switches between the DVC (Digital Video Camcorder) mode and the DSC (Digital Still Camera) mode by revolving the Lens Body Block. ✤ Switching between CAMCORDER/CAMERA Modes ■ To set your device to CAMERA Mode from CAMCORDER Mode: Rotate the Lens Body Block 180° counterclockwise while pressing the Rotation Release Button (Left View).
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 31 ENGLISH Preparation Setting the Power Switch ✤ Use the Power Switch to select the working modes of the device. ■ REC mode: Record onto a tape or store images on the Memory Stick. PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.SHOW BLC OFF REC ■ OFF: Turn the device off. To recharge the battery, connect the power cable while the Power Switch is set to OFF. PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 32 ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording and play back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors), you can adjust ; ■ BRIGHT ADJUST ■ COLOR ADJUST 1. Set the POWER switch to REC mode. ■ In PLAYER mode, you can only setup the LCD while the tape is playing.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:16 AM Page 33 ENGLISH Preparation 8. Press the MENU DIAL. ■ Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST. ■ You can set the values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 0 ~ 35 and COLOR ADJUST between 0 ~ 35. 9. Press the MENU button to complete the setting. Using the VIEWFINDER ✤ The VIEWFINDER will not work when the LCD is open. Adjusting the Focus Use the focus adjustment knob on the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 34 ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same as is used while in CAMERA mode. (See page 32) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker only works in PLAYER mode. PLAY ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in PLAYER mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 35 ENGLISH Functions Using MENU ✤ Use the MENU button to change or select recording settings and Hardware functions. ✤ MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD and the viewfinder. It is easier to manipulate your device using the LCD. MENU SUB MENU Functions Page CLOCK SET Setting the Time 41 WL.REMOTE Using the Remote Control 42 REC.LAMP Record Indicator BEEP SOUND Play Various Sound Effects - SHUT.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 36 ENGLISH Functions MENU CAMCORDER SUB MENU PLAY SET Functions Page PHOTO SEARCH Searching Pictures recorded in TAPE 73 PHOTO COPY Copying Pictures from TAPE onto the Memory Stick 109 AUDIO SELECT Selecting the Audio playback channel 72 CONT. SHOT Continuous Shot 95 WHT. BALANCE Selecting White Balance in CAMERA Mode 98 D.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 37 ENGLISH Functions Setting menu items MENU SUB MENU TAPE PLAY MEMORYRECORD MEM.PLAY CLOCK SET ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ WL.REMOTE ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ REC.LAMP ✔ BEEP SOUND ✔ ✔ ✔ SHUT. SOUND ✔ ✔ ✔ DEMO ✔ INITIAL CAMCORDER Available mode REC RECORD SET ✔ REC SELECT ✔ REC MODE ✔ EIS ✔ D. ZOOM ✔ PROGRAM AE ✔ WHT.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 38 ENGLISH Functions MENU CAMCORDER SUB MENU PLAY SET Available mode REC TAPE PLAY PHOTO SEARCH ✔ PHOTO COPY ✔ AUDIO SELECT ✔ MEMORYRECORD CONT. SHOT ✔ WHT. BALANCE ✔ D. ZOOM ✔ DSE SELECT ✔ CAMERA MEM.PLAY ✔ M.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 39 ENGLISH Functions ● Setting the Camcorder to REC, TAPE PLAY, MEMORY PLAY modes 1. Press the MENU button. 2. The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( HIGHLIGHT ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting. 3. Use the MENU DIAL to move between items and press the MENU DIAL to select and activate an item. 4. You can exit Menu mode by pressing the MENU button.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 40 ENGLISH Functions ● Availability of Functions in CAMCORDER Mode. Operating Mode Requested Mode Digital functions EIS D.ZOOM O EIS D.ZOOM O PHOTO ✕ PHOTO (TAPE) O O SLOW SHUTTER * ✕ O O SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects O NITE PIX O O O O O O Digital special effects NITE PIX O O O O O ✕ O O ✕ ✕ O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 41 ENGLISH Functions ● CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMCORDER or CAMERA modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto the tape and Memory Stick. Before recording or taking photos, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the MENU DIAL. CAMCORDER REC MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE REC LAMP BEEP SOUND SHUT.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 42 ENGLISH Functions ● WL.REMOTE ✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAMCORDER or CAMERA modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use in CAMCORDER and CAMERA modes. CAMCORDER REC MODE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the MENU DIAL. CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE REC LAMP BEEP SOUND SHUT. SOUND DEMO 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 43 ENGLISH Functions ● DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMCORDER mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode is switched OFF. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 44 ENGLISH Functions ● DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMCORDER or CAMERA mode and PLAY modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the MENU DIAL. CAMCORDER REC MODE 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DATE/TIME. 4. Press the MENU DIAL to select the sub-menu. 5.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 45 ENGLISH Functions ● TV DISPLAY ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMCORDER or CAMERA modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ■ OFF: The OSD appears on the LCD screen only. ■ ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, CVF and TV. ■ Use the DISPLAY button located on the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the LCD/CVF/TV. 1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY modes. CAMCORDER REC MODE 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 46 ENGLISH Functions EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMCORDER and CAMERA modes. 1. Set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to OFF and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: ■ Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( ) will be displayed. ■ The word “EASY.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 47 ENGLISH Functions MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in CAMCORDER and CAMERA modes. ✤ 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 difficult and/or unreliable.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 48 ENGLISH Functions Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ The Zoom works in CAMCORDER and CAMERA modes. Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 49 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source. Slide the TAPE OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette door. 1 - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 50 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording To select the CAMCORDER mode ✤ You can select either a tape or the Memory Stick as the storage media for motion clips. ✤ Use M.Play mode to view the motion clips stored on the Memory Stick. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAMCORDER REC MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER RECORD SET PLAY SET 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 51 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording Making Your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (See page 26) (A battery pack or the AC power adapter) ■ Insert a cassette. (See page 49) 2. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. ■ Open the LCD monitor. ■ If the protection tab of the cassette is open, the words STOP and PROTECTION! will be displayed.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 52 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will automatically turn off. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power Off feature is designed to save battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) ✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function in STBY mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 53 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ✤ When recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Recording with the LCD Monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone. 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 54 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded on the LCD ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 1 PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.SHOW BLC OFF REV FWD REC 2 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (See page 49) 3. Open the LCD screen.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 55 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ It gives you creative control over the depth of field. ■ AUTO Mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 56 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Setting PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMCORDER and press the MENU DIAL. CAMCORDER REC MODE CAMCORDER REC MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER CAMCORDER SET RECORD SET PLAY SET RECORD SET PLAY SET 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the sub-menu. 4. Press the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 57 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) - CAMCORDER Mode ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function in CAMCORDER mode is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object under any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain high quality color in the image. ■ AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 58 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Digital Zoom in CAMCORDER Mode ✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (See page 59) CAMCORDER REC MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER RECORD SET PLAY SET 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 59 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ✤ The EIS function works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits).
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 60 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT in CAMCORDER Mode ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The DSE function works in CAMCORDER mode only. 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 and the effect you wish to create. There are 9 DSE modes. a.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 61 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Selecting a Digital Effect in CAMCORDER Mode 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. CAMCORDER REC MODE 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER RECORD SET PLAY SET 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMCORDER and press the MENU DIAL. 4. Select RECORD SET from the sub-menu and press the MENU DIAL. 5.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 62 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMCORDER and PLAY(DV IN) modes. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. ■ SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. ■ LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 63 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMCORDER mode. ✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit) ■ 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. ■ 16bit : You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 64 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ● WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMCORDER, and PLAY modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 65 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu) ✤ Quick Menu is available only in CAMCORDER mode. ✤ Quick Menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR dial. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and sub-menus.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 66 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording ■ WHT. BALANCE (See page 57) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the MENU DIAL, you can choose between the preset WHT.BALANCE value and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between AUTO and- WHT.BALANCE value if it has not been preset..
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 67 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMCORDER mode. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see icon( ) on, and then press the MENU DIAL.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 68 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed between s1/30, s1/15, s1/8, and OFF. 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (034~069) 4/10/05 11:17 AM Page 69 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background. For example: ■ The subject is in front of a window. ■ The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 70 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMCORDER and CAMERA modes. ✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.SHOW BLC OFF REC To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (Fade Out). 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 71 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Audio Dubbing ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing Sound 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 72 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Dubbed Audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMCORDER. TAPE PLAY MODE TAPE PLAY MODE 3. Press the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 4. Select PLAY SET and press the MENU DIAL. INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER CAMCORDER SET RECORD SET PLAY SET RECORD SET PLAY SET 5. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the sub-menu. 6.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 73 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button half way down and hold it. ■ The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. ■ If you do not wish to record, release the button. 2. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 74 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording NITE PIX (0 Lux Recording) ✤ The NITE PIX function works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. ■ (NITE PIX indicator) appears on the LCD monitor. ■ The infrared(invisible rays) light is turned on automatically. 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 75 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording POWER NITE PIX ✤ The NITE PIX function works in CAMCORDER mode only. ✤ The POWER NITE PIX function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NITE PIX function. ✤ POWER NITE PIX is displayed for three seconds on the LCD if you press the SLOW SHUTTER button when the NITE PIX switch is turned on. ✤ When you work in POWER NITE PIX mode, the POWER NITE PIX icon appears on the LCD continuously. 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 76 ENGLISH Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General Recording. 1 2 3 4 2. Downward recording. Recording while viewing the LCD screen from above. 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 77 ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works in PLAY mode only. Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV Monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system. ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 78 ENGLISH Playback Connecting to a TV which has No Audio and Video Input Jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR with the Audio/Video cable. ■ The Yellow plug : Video ■ The White plug : Audio(L) ■ The Red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only 2. Connect the TV to the VCR. 3. Set the device to CAMCORDER. 4. Set the power switch to PLAY mode. 5. Turn on both the TV and VCR.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 79 ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in PLAYER Mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes. Playback Pause ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 80 ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The MEMORY function works in both REC and TAPE PLAY modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or while recording at the point you wish to return to.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 81 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring Using IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections Connecting to a DV Device ✤ Connecting with Other DV Standard Products. ■ A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port(firewire), you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin & 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 82 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ● System Requirements ■ ■ ■ ■ CPU : Intel®(or compatible) Pentium III™ 450Mhz or faster. Operating System : Windows® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) Main Memory : More than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 Add-On Card or Built In IEEE1394 Card Recording with a DV Connection Cable 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and the power switch to TAPE PLAY mode. 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 83 ENGLISH Using the CAMERA MEMORY STICK ✤The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 84 ENGLISH Using the CAMERA Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Stick ● Inserting the Memory Stick 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the Memory Stick into the CARD slot in the direction of the arrow. ● Ejecting the Memory Stick 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Push the Memory Stick, and it will automatically come out of the camcorder. 3. Pull out the Memory Stick.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 85 ENGLISH Using the CAMERA Structure of the Folders and Files on the Memory Stick ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the card. ✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder. ■ A file number from DCAM0001 to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image. ■ Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded on the CARD. DCIM 100 SSDVC DCAM 0001 DCAM 0002 .. ..
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 86 ENGLISH Using the CAMERA MEMORY FILE NUMBER ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored in the Memory Stick. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: ■ SERIES: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 87 ENGLISH Basic Picture-Taking Taking Your First Picture 1. Connect a power source to the CAMERA (See page 26) (A battery pack or an AC power adapter) 2. Set the device to CAMERA mode and the power switch to the REC mode. ■ Open the LCD monitor. ■ Ensure that the Memory Stick has been properly inserted into the device. ■ Make sure the image you want to record appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 88 ENGLISH Basic Picture-Taking Viewing Still Images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ Still Images stored on the Memory Stick are displayed in the same size despite their resolution on the LCD or viewfinder. ✤ There are 2 ways to view recorded images. ■ Single : To view an image frame by frame. ■ Slide Show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. To View a Single image 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 89 ENGLISH Basic Picture-Taking To View a Slide Show 1. Set the device to CAMERA 2. Set the power switch to MEMORY PLAY mode. ■ The last recorded image appears. - If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, "NO STORED PHOTO!" will appear on the screen. PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.SHOW BLC OFF REC 3. Press the (S.SHOW) button. ■ All images will be played back consecutively for 4~5 seconds each. PLAY FADE 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 90 ENGLISH Basic Picture-Taking Quick Review ✤ Quick Review is used to view the last recorded image. 1. Record a picture using Photo Button. 2. Press the REV( ) Button to view the picture taken. 3. To return to CAMERA mode, press the REV( halfway down. ) Button again or press the Photo Button PLAY FADE TAPE MEMORY S.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 91 ENGLISH Basic Picture-Taking Adjusting the Focus ✤ In CAMERA Mode, the automatic focus will not engage unless the Photo Button is pressed. ✤ To get a good image, please verify the focus is set properly before pressing the Photo Button firmly. ✤ While the camera is focusing (by pressing the Photo Button halfway down), a flashing icon( ) will appear on the OSD (On Screen Display). A beep will be heard once the focus is set. SF 1 0 0 0 / 1 0 0 0 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 92 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques FOCUS LOCK ✤ Focus will be set to the AF frame of LCD screen. If the subject leaves the AF frame, the acquired image may blur. ✤ When objects are spread throughout the frame, use FOCUS LOCK to get even focusing. 1. First, adjust your frame so that the subject is within the AF frame on the LCD screen. 2. Press the Photo Button halfway down to set the focus on the subject. 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 93 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Digital Zoom in CAMERA Mode ✤ A 6X Digital Zoom is provided. ✤ The Digital Zoom, which differs from the Optical Zoom, may cause deterioration of image quality. Please use with caution. 1. Set the device to CAMERA and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAMERA REC MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER CONT. SHOT WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM DSE SELECT 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 94 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques MACRO Mode ✤ The MACRO function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Use MACRO Mode for recording images at close range (under 31.5 inches). ✤ Effective focal distance in MACRO Mode is 11.8 inches ~ 31.5 inches. Notes ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 94 Pressing the MACRO Button again or turning it off will exit from MACRO Mode. Please be careful not to cause a shadow when recording in MACRO Mode.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 95 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques CONT. SHOT (Continuous Shot) ✤ The CONT. SHOT function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Continuous recording will occur while the Photo Button is being pressed. ■ OFF: Records one picture at a time ■ Records pictures continuously up to storage capacity. - When the image resolution is set to 1600 x 1200 or higher, only 3 continuous pictures can be recorded when using CONTINUOUS SHOT. 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 96 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Using the FLASH ✤ The FLASH works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ When power is supplied, FLASH mode is set to Auto. When you change FLASH modes, an icon that shows the current FLASH mode will be displayed on the LCD screen. ✤ Using a flash enables the user to take bright pictures in dark circumstances, such as nighttime shooting and in shaded areas.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 97 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques FLASH SELECT ✤ The FLASH SELECT function works in CAMERA mode only. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Auto : The Flash automatically strobes when the surroundings are dark enough. RED-EYE REDUCTION : Using the flash to take pictures in dark surroundings may cause red-eye to occur. Using the REDEYE REDUCTION setting, the flash pre-strobes before recording the picture to reduce the occurrence of red-eye .
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 98 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) - CAMERA Mode ✤ When the recorded color of a subject appears differently because of certain weather or lighting conditions, adjusting the White Balance enables you to get the correct color of the subject. ✤ The Adjusted White Balance is stored when the device is turned off.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 99 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT in CAMERA Mode ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The Digital Effects function will apply special effects to the image while recording. ✤ There are 3 DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA Mode. You can check the DSE applied image on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. a. BLK & WHT Mode This mode changes the images to black and white. b.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 100 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Selecting a Digital Effect in CAMERA Mode 1. Set the device to CAMERA and set the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAMERA REC MODE 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the MENU DIAL. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to activate DSE SELECT and press the MENU DIAL. INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER CONT. SHOT WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM 6X DSE SELECT 5.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 101 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques SPOT-AE ✤ SPOT AE mode works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain better results when there is strong backlight or high contrast between the subject and background, for example on seashores or ski slopes. 1. Set the device to CAMERA and the power switch to REC mode. 2. Press the SPOT AE(STOP) button. ■ The Icon( ) is displayed on the LCD screen. PLAY FADE S.SHOW BLC 3.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 102 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques NIGHT SCENE ✤ The NIGHT SCENE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The NIGHT SCENE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the device to CAMERA and set the Power Switch to REC mode 2. Press the NIGHT SCENE button. ■ The ( ) appears on the LCD monitor. 3. To cancel the NIGHT SCENE function, press the NIGHT SCENE button again.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 103 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Selecting the Image Quality ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1. Set the device to CAMERA. 2. Set the Power Switch to REC mode. 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY. 5. Press the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PHOTO SET in the sub-menu. 7. Press the MENU DIAL. 8.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 104 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Selecting the Image Size ✤ You can select the size of a still image to be recorded. ✤ The number of images that can be stored in the Memory Stick will be decreased as the resolution of images increases. ✤ The resolution may be set before recording an image and between recordings.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 105 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques 8. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight SIZE and press the MENU DIAL. 9. Using the MENU DIAL, select the image size. ■ Press the MENU DIAL to confirm the image size. 10. To exit, press the MENU button.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 106 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques MPEG REC ✤ This feature enables you to record onto the MEMORY STICK. CAMCORDER REC MODE 1. Check whether the MEMORY STICK has been inserted into the device. If it is not in the device, insert it into the slot. INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER RECORD SET PLAY SET 2. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the power switch to REC mode. 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAMCORDER REC MODE 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 107 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques MPEG PB ✤ The MPEG PB function works only in MEMORY PLAY mode. 1. Check whether the MEMORY STICK has been inserted into the device. If it is not in the device, insert it into the slot. 2. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the Power Switch to MEMORY PLAY mode. 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and press the MENU DIAL.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 108 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques MPEG SIZE ✤ The resolution of the MPEG clip may be set to 320 x 240 or 160 x 120. 1. Check whether the MEMORY STICK has been inserted into the device. If it is not in the device, insert it into the slot. 2. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 3. Press the MENU button ■ The Menu list will appear. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMCORDER and press the MENU DIAL. 5. Press the MENU DIAL again. 6.
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00655B SCD5000 (070~109) 4/10/05 11:19 AM Page 109 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Copying Still Images From a Cassette to the Memory Stick ✤ You can copy still images recorded with the PHOTO function from a cassette to a Memory Stick. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the Power Switch to TAPE PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. TAPE PLAY MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER RECORD SET PLAY SET 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PLAY SET and press the MENU DIAL.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 110 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Marking Images for Printing ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. ■ THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD. ■ ALL FILES : To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images. 1.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 111 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Protection from Accidental Erasure ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. ■ If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and set the Power Switch to MEMORY PLAY mode. 2. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to mark. MEMORY PLAY MODE INITIAL CAMCORDER CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER 3. Press the MENU button.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 112 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER. 2. Set the Power Switch to the MEMORY PLAY mode. 3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to delete.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 113 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques 8. A box will appear to verify whether you wish to delete the image(s). ■ Using the MENU DIAL, select the item. ■ EXECUTE : Deletes the selected image(s). ■ CANCEL : Does not delete the selected image(s) and returns to the previous menu. 9. Select EXECUTE or CANCEL and press the MENU DIAL. Note ■ If you try to delete a protected image, "PROTECT!" appears on the screen.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 114 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Formatting the Memory Stick ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Stick, including protected images. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has already been formatted. Attention ✤ If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT function, all images will be erased completely and cannot be recovered.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 115 ENGLISH Advanced Techniques Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image. ✤ You can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function. 1. Set the device to CAMCORDER and the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMCORDER and press the MENU DIAL. 4.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 116 ENGLISH USB Interface ● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a MEMORY STICK to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 117 ENGLISH USB Interface Installing the DVC Media 5.0 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. Program installation 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive. 1. - Installation selection screen appears in the monitor. 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 118 ENGLISH USB Interface 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) Disconnecting the USB cable ✤ After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the following way: 1. Select the removable disc icon and click the right mouse button to select [Eject]. 2.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 119 ENGLISH Maintenance After Finishing a Recording ✤ At the end of a recording you should remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. Therefore, it should be removed from the camcorder. 1. Slide the TAPE OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. ■ Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 120 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion or a blue screen appears. 1. 2. 3. 4. Set the device to CAMCORDER. Insert the Cleaning Tape. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Press the (STOP) button after 10 seconds.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 121 ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power Sources ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 122 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one. TAPE END! slow When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes Prepare a new one.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 123 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY Mode Display Blinking Informs that... MEMORY STICK! slow There no Memory stick in the camcorder. Action Insert a Memory Stick. MEMORY FULL! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory Stick. Erase recorded image. NO STORED PHOTO! slow There are no images recorded on the Memory Stick. Record new images.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 124 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. 124 START/STOP button does not operate while recording. Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 125 ENGLISH Specifications Model name: SCD5000 System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD monitor Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-video output Audio output DV input/output USB output External mic NTSC 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 126 ENGLISH INDEX -A- -I- Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ 71 AUDIO MODE ............................................................................................63 IEEE1394 ....................................................................................................81 image quality ..........................................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 127 ENGLISH INDEX -Q- -U- Quick Menu .................................................................................................65 Quick Review ..............................................................................................90 USB ...........................................................................................................116 -R- VIEWFINDER ...............................................................................
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00655B SCD5000 (110~129) 4/10/05 11:21 AM Page 128 ENGLISH Warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
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00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 4/10/05 11:15 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.