ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD55/D60 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Instructio Getting to Know Your Camcorder 4-12 Accessories Supplied with your Camcorder ................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Features ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................
ENGLISH Contents PROGRAM AE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39 DSE (Digital Special Effect) .................................................................................................................................................................................... 40 WHITE BALANCE .....................................................
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. 3 90° 4. Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front. 4 90° 5.
ENGLISH Notices 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. Notices regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from cold outside to warm inside during the winter.
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 CAMERAmode, if it is left in STBY mode without operation for more than 3 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notice regarding the LENS ✤ Do not shoot in direct sunlight with the LENS pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). 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. 2. Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder. 3.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding video head cleaning ✤ To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads. If a square block-shaped noise distorts playback pictures, or if only a blue screen is displayed during playback, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette. ✤ Do not use a wet type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.
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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14.LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and power-line surges. 15.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with your 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 Adaptor 3. AUDIO/VIDEO cable 4. AC cord 5. Remote Control 6. AAbatteries for Remote control 7. S-VIDEO cable 8. Instruction Book 9. Shoulder Strap 10. RS-232C cable (SCD60 only) 11. Photoland RS diskette (SCD60 only) 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adaptor 3.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnection system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, moving and still images can be transferred to your PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 12. Edit search +,11. PIP 10. Fade 1. Lens 9. I-BLC/BLC 8. TFT LCD monitor 7. Auto Focus/Manual Focus select button 6. Manual FOCUS dial 2. Recording display light 3. Remote sensor 4. Hook for hand strap 5. External MIC input 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Lens Recording display light Remote sensor Hook for hand strap External MIC input Manual FOCUS dial (see page 47) 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. DATE/TIME 2. PROGRAM AE ON/OFF 3. RESET 4. A.DUB(Audio dub) 11. DSE ON/OFF 10. MENU ON/OFF 9. Enter 8. (UP), (DOWN) 5. C.RESET(Counter Reset) 6. Speaker 1. DATE/TIME (see page 45) 2. PROGRAM AE ON/OFF (see page 39) 3. RESET - All settings return to default. 4. A.DUB(Audio dub) (see page 50) 5. C.RESET(Counter Reset) (see page 38) 16 7. OSD ON/OFF 6. Speaker (see page 33) 7. OSD ON/OFF (see page 21) 8. (UP), (DOWN) (see page 34) 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Viewfinder 9. S-VIDEO out 2. PHOTO button 3. Zoom lever 4. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 5. Function keys 8. RS-232C out (SCD60 only) 7. DV in/out 6. Audio/Video out 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Viewfinder (see page 31) PHOTO button (see page 51) Zoom lever (see page 36) Power switch(CAMERA or PLAYER) (see page 24) Function keys (see page 56) : PLAYER mode. (REW) (PLAY) (FF) (STOP) (STILL) 6. 7. 8. 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 7. BATT. Eject 8. TAPE Eject 6. Mode indicator 1. Charging indicator 2. LCD open 3. Hook for shoulder strap 4. DC jack 5. START/STOP button 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 18 Charging indicator LCD open Hook for shoulder strap DC jack START/STOP button (see page 29) 6. Mode indicator Red light : CAMERAmode Green light : PLAYER mode 7. BATT. Eject 8.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. SLOW 5. STILL 9. Zoom 8. Display on/off 7. Frame Advance (F. ADV) 6. Function key (PLAY) (REW) (FF) (STOP) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. PHOTO START/STOP SELF TIMER SLOW (see page 57) STILL (see page 57) Function keys (PLAY) (REW) (FF) (STOP) 7. Frame Advance (F. ADV) (see page 57) 8. Display on/off 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) 1. Battery level (see page 27) 2. DEW condensation Monitors the moisture condensation. 3. Manual focus (see page 46) 4. I-BLC,BLC (see page 47) (I-BLC for SCD60 only) 5. Program AE (see page 39) 6. White Balance mode (see page 42) The White balance modes are AUTO, INDOOR and OUTDOOR. 7. DIS (see page 35) Indicates the Digital Image Stabilizer is working. 8. Photo (see page 51) 9. Self record and waiting timer indicators 1 0 .
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) 20. Self diagnosis (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the CAMCORDER. 21. Digital zoom mode (see page 36) Indicates the digital zoom magnification mode. (2x, 20x) 22. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes) 23. Zoom position 24. Audio playback channel (see page 50) Indicates the Audio playback channel. (MAIN, SUB) MAIN is not displayed. 25. Audio playback mode Indicates the audio playback mode. (12bit, 16bit) 12 bit is not displayed 26.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You must insert or replace these batteries when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Insert two AAbatteries, following the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery. SELF TIMER Self Record using the Remote Control The Self Timer function on the remote control enables you to start and stop recording automatically.
ENGLISH Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand strap a. Pull open the hand-strap cover and release the hand strap. b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the hand strap cover. c. Close the hand strap cover back up again.
ENGLISH Preparing Connecting a Power Source There are two power sources that can be connected. - Using the AC Power Adaptor and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power Adaptor and DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power Adaptor to an AC cord. 1 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 2 Note 24 - The plug and wall socket type may can be different depending on the country you're in. 3.
ENGLISH Preparing To use the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ Amount of continuous recording time depends on : - Which model of battery pack you are using. - How much you use the Zoom function. It is, therefore, recommended that you have several available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adaptor to an AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 2 3 3. Connect DC cable to DC jack of the camcorder. 4.
ENGLISH Preparing Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. Model SCD55 SCD60 Approximately 50 minutes Approximately 50 minutes SB-L220 Approximately 100 minutes Approximately 100 minutes Battery SB-L110 ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time depends on usage. Note - The battery pack should be recharged in a room temperature that is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).
ENGLISH Preparing Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a.Fully charged b.10% used c. Half used d.Mostly used e.Completely used (flickers) (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please refer to the table on page 26 for approximate continuous recording times. ✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions. The recording time becomes very short in a cold environment.
ENGLISH Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ There are three types of Mini DV CASSETTE tapes: DVM80, DVM60, and DVM30. ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. It can cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use tapes other than the Mini DV CASSETTE. Your camcorder inserts and ejects a tape automatically. Do not be hasty. Wait until the tape is fully inserted or ejected. 1.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording Make sure that you make these preparations. Did you connect a power source? (Battery Pack or DC cable) Did you set the Power switch to the CAMERA position? Did you insert a cassette? Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STBY is displayed in the OSD. (If the protection tab of the cassette is opened, STOP will be displayed) If you want to see the image in the Viewfinder, close the LCD monitor.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it on the hand strap. (refer to figure) 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.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; Brightness Color Tint 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERAor PLAYER position. 2. Open the LCD monitor, the LCD is turned on. 3. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. 4.
ENGLISH 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. While pressing the red button on the Power switch, set it to PLAYER position. 1 2. Insert a tape you have just recorded. 3. Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STOP is displayed in the OSD. Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor and set the brightness or the color if necessary. 4.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during PLAY. ✤ The adjustment method is the same as with the CAMERAoperation. (see page 31) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. - When you use the LCD monitor while playing back, you can hear sound from the Speaker. If you do not want to hear sound from the Speaker, set the SPEAKER to OFF in the Menu using the ENTER button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Various Functions Setting the menu item CAMERAmode LCD ADJUST, DIS, DIGITA LZ O O M , Functions ZERO MEM, PROGRAM AE, DSE, in WHITE BALANCE, SHUTTER SPEED, IRIS, AUDIO MODE, PHOTO MODE, menu CLOCK SETTING PLAYER mode LCD ADJUST, ZERO MEM, AUDIO OUTPUT, VOLUME CONTROL PHOTO SEARCH, SPEAKER • Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode. 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor highlights the feature you can set. 2.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording LCD ADJUST ✤ The LCD ADJUST function works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. Please see page 31. DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) - The DIS function works in CAMERAmode only. - DIS(Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within resonable limits).
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of subject in the scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using a variable zoom speed. ✤ Use these features for different shots; Please note that over use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery pack usage time. 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. ✤ The picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the “T” side. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. - The menu list will appear. 3. Using the , buttons, highlight DIGITAL ZOOM. 4. Press the ENTER button to enter the select mode. 5.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ZERO MEMORY ✤ The ZERO MEMORY (ZERO MEM) function works in CAMERAand PLAYER mode. ✤ You can FAST Forward or Rewind or Record to 0:00:00 automatically. 1.Press the MENU ON/OFF button. - The menu list will appear. 2.Using the , buttons, highlight ZERO MEM. 3. To activate the ZERO MEM function, press the ENTER button. - The ZERO MEM menu is changed to ON. - If you press the FF or REW or START/STOP, operation will automatically stop at the counter 0:00:00. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of the field. ■ AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions. - The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/250 second,depending on the scene.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERAmode 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 that you wish to give. There are 6 DSE modes. a.NEGA mode This mode changes the image to look like a film negative. b.B/W mode This mode changes the image to black and white.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. - The menu list will appear. 2. Using the , buttons, highlight DSE SELECT. 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the select mode. 4. Using the , buttons, highlight and select a DSE mode. - Press the ENTER button to confirm the DSE mode. - If you exit the menu without pressing the ENTER button, the DSE mode is not changed. 5. To exit, press the MENU ON/OFF button. 6.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHITE BALANCE ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color or the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality color of the image. AUTO : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. HOLD : Fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value. INDOOR : Controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED ✤ The SHUTTER SPEED function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record both fast and slow moving objects. You can select one of following: AUTO, 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 second. AUTO is fixed at 1/60 second. 1.Press the MENU ON/OFF button. - The menu list will appear. 2.Using the , buttons, highlight SHUTTER SPEED. 3.Press the ENTER button to enter the select mode. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ This camcorder records the 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 track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB track. 16BIT : You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1.Press the MENU ON/OFF button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording CLOCK SETTING (DATE/TIME) ✤ Setting the CLOCK feature works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded on a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1.Press the MENU ON/OFF button. - The menu list will appear. 2.Using the , buttons, highlight CLOCK SETTING. 3.Press the ENTER button to enter the SETTING mode. - BLINKING indicates the possible changes for the setting. The year will be the first to blink. 4.Using the , buttons, change the year setting. 5.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) ✤ The AF/MF function works in CAMERAmode 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 recordings. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing ✤ The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 4. Turn MF dial up or down until the object is focused. - You can get a sharp picture after zooming out. 4 5. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press MF button again. 5 I-BLC (SCD60 only)/BLC I-BLC or BLC works in CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is placed in front of a window.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. STBY 0:00:00 To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). REC 0:00:15 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ✤ The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) function works in CAMERAmode only. ✤ The PIP feature works by using a small, superimposed screen of the original image. This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are recording. 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. CAMERA START/STOP 2. Press the PIP button. A small screen should appear. 3. Turn on the various functions. 4. Check which part you are recording on the PIP screen. 5.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function works in PLAYER Mode. ✤ You can record an audio track to add to the original sound on a tape by using a microphone or by connecting audio equipment. ✤ The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing sound with a microphone 1. Press (PLAY) button and find the first position of the scene to be dubbed. 2. Press (STILL) button at the dubbing start position. 3. Press A.DUB button. - DUB will be displayed in the viewfinder.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO ✤ The PHOTO function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ With the PHOTO feature, your camcorder can function like a normal film camera,allowing you to take single pictures. ✤ You can select one of these PHOTO modes; FIELD : You can record a normal resolution still picture. FRAME: You can record a high resolution still picture. -If you record a fast moving subject in this mode, you may get a duplicated still picture. -We recommend you use this mode to record a motionless picture.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Taking a still picture 1.Press the PHOTO button. - The still picture appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder. - To quit the PHOTO mode without recording, press the PHOTO button again. 2.Press the START/STOP button. - The still picture is recorded for about 8 seconds. 3.After the PHOTO recording, PHOTO mode is canceled. Note - To record the still picture, you must press the START/STOP button. - The PHOTO function will not operate in the GHOST mode(in DSE).
ENGLISH 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. Unintended rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording 1 2. Downward recording 2 Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques ✤ When you use your camcorder, there are two main situations. You will be recording outdoors (Normal recording or use of a 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. ✤ The following table lists a few common situations, the corresponding level of brightness and any associated recommendations.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ✤ To watch a tape you recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. ✤ There are two ways to watch 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 in a car or outdoors. To watch with TV monitor ✤ It is practical to view a tape using a TV monitor while indoors. ✤ To play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible color system.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Playback ✤ You can play the recorded tape in PLAYER mode. 1.Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. - If you are connecting the camera to a VCR, set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. 2.Connect a power source(battery or AC Power Adaptor) to the camcorder. 3.Set power switch to PLAYER. 4.Insert a tape you want to see. 5.Using (FF) and (REW) buttons, find the part of the tape you want to view. 6.Press the (PLAY) button.
ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode The PLAY, STOP, FF, REW, STILL buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. The SLOW and F.ADV(Frame advance) buttons are located on the Remote Control only. To view a STILL picture (Playback pause) ✤ Press (STILL) button during playback or slow playback. ✤ To resume playback, press (PLAY) or (STILL) button again.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394(i.LINK)-DV standard data and connection Connection with DV device ✤ Connection with other DV standard products. DV standard connecting is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the port with a proper cable. !!! Be careful. There are two types of DV ports. (4pin, 6pin) SCD55/D60 has a 4pin terminal. ✤ With digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high quality image transfer.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer • System requirements CPU : faster Intel ® Pentium IITM 350Mhz compatible, APPLE® Power Mac Operating system : Windows®98SE, ME, NT, Mac OS Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM HDD : 20 MB free hard disk space and Ultra-wide SCSI type HDD recommended IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with DV connecting cable 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2.
ENGLISH RS-232C Data Transfer (SCD60 only) Transferring RS-232C (DV-CAPTURE) data and Connection ✤ The RS-232C (DV-CAPTURE) function lets you easily transfer still images to PC without other optional add-on cards. ✤ If you want to transfer data to PC, you must install the software (Photoland RS) supplied with the camcorder. System Requirements CPU : faster Intel ® PentiumTM or AMDTM K6TM Processor Operating system : Windows ® 95, Windows ® 98, NT, 2000 Main memory : minimum 16 MB RAM FDD : 3.
ENGLISH RS-232C Data Transfer (SCD60 only) Connection with PC ✤ Make sure that your camcorder, PC, and peripherals are switched off before you connect the RS-232C cable. 1.Connect RS-232C cable into the 9pin connector (COM port) on the back panel of your PC. 2.Connect RS-232C cable into the RS-232C terminal on the camcorder. 3. Turn on the PC, camcorder and other devices. 9 pin 25 pin Note D-sub adapter converts serial port DB25 into serial port DB9.
ENGLISH RS-232C Data Transfer (SCD60 only) Transferring Images to PC ✤ You can use the RS-232C transfer function in both CAMERA mode and PLAYER mode. In CAMERA mode You can not transfer an image during Edit search mode and recording mode or in PHOTO and GHOST mode. In PLAYER mode You can transfer a still image in PLAYBACK or STILL mode only. 1. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the RS-232C cable. 2. Turn on the camcorder (CAMERA or PLAYER) 3. Execute the Photoland RS software. 4.
ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording At the end of a recording you must remove the power source . Recording with the Battery Pack and leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. After completing a recording 1 1. Slide the EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. - Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically. Wait until the tape is completely ejected safely. 2.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the viewfinder • Releasing the Eyecup 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn two screws counter-clockwise. 2. Pull EYECUP out. 3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. • Reattaching the Eyecup 4. Put the EYECUP on the VIEWFINDER. 5. Put screws back on.
ENGLISH Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adaptor within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug Adaptor, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet. Color system You can view your recording in the viewfinder.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a 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. fast slow TAPE END no the battery pack is fully discharged. When the remaining time of the tape is about 3 minutes. the tape reached its end. Change to a charged battery.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, contact your nearest authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adaptor. START/STOP button does not operate while recording. Check the POWER switch, set to CAMERA. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette. The camcorder goes off automatically.
ENGLISH Specifications Model name: SCD55/D60 Broadcasting method Recording method Tape Tape speed Tape recording time Power source Power consumption Power source type Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature External dimension Weight DV input/output RS-232C output Video output S-video output Audio output FF/REW time Viewfinder LCD Lens Built-in MIC Remote control PAL method Mini DV method (consumer-use digital VCR SD format) Digital video tape (6.
ENGLISH INDEX - A- -N- AUDIO MODE ......................................................................................44 NEGA ...................................................................................................40 ND FILTER ...........................................................................................54 NTSC ...................................................................................................65 -B- BATTERY PACK ................................................
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 SEAauthorized service center.
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