Samsung SCL610 manuel d'utilisation

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    V ideo Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL610/L630/L650 Owner ’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS Hi SCL610/L630/L650 US ENGLISH START/ STOP SELF TIMER ZERO RETURN STILL COUNTER RESET WIDE TELE DISPLAY[...]

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    ENGLISH Contents 2 Notices and Safety Instructions Features ....................................................................................................................... ............................................12 Descriptions ■ Front View/Side V iew/Rear View ..........................................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 3 Contents (continued) DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer , SCL630/L650 only) ...................................................................................................39 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus).........................................................................................................................40 BLC ........[...]

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    Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen ENGLISH 4 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. 2) Standard recording by using the LCD screen. 3) Making a recording by lookin[...]

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    Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding electronic viewfinder ENGLISH 5 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) Uni[...]

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    Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the battery pack ENGLISH 6 ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors. ✤ T o preserve battery power , keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in ST ANDBY for more than 5 minutes without ope[...]

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    Notices and Safety Instructions Notices with Recording or Playback by using LCD ENGLISH 7 1) The LCD monitor is manufactured by using high precision technology . However , there may be some tiny specks (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD monitor . These specks are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way . 2) When u[...]

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    8 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product ’ s enclosure t[...]

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    9 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILA TION: 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 [...]

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    10 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. [...]

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    ENGLISH 11 Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CA TV SYSTEM INST ALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CA TV 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 t[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features ENGLISH 12 Y our camcorder has many features for recording and playing back. Snap Shot (SCL630/L650 only) The Snap Shot function lets you record an object at a standstill for a limited time in Camera mode. (see page 52) PI P (SCL630/L650 only) The PIP function shows where the center of the image is while reco[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front V iew ENGLISH 13 1. Lens (see page 67) 2. EDIT (REW) EDIT works in ST ANDBY mode. (see page 28) REW works in PLA YER mode. (see page 58) 3. PLA Y/STILL (LIGHT) (see page 57) PLA Y/STILL works in PLA YER mode. LIGHT works in CAMERA mode. 4. EDIT (FF) EDIT works in ST ANDBY mode. (see page 28) FF works in PLA YER [...]

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    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 14 14. MENU ON/OFF (see page 30) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLA YER mode. 15. ENTER (MF) (see page 30) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. 16. UP/DOWN dial (VOLUME) UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode. (see page 30) VOLUME works in PLA YER mode. (see page 59) 17. S-VIDEO out 18. PROGRAM AE (see[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear V iew ENGLISH 15 25. ZOOM (see page 34) 26. Cassette Compartment 27. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 21) 28. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 56) 29. LENS Cap 30. Hand Strap (see page 20) 31. POWER Switch (see page 22) - CAMERA : Select to record. - OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder . - PLA YER : Select to playb[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ENGLISH 16 ✤ Y ou can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off. ✤ The TITLE, DA TE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. ✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the LCD monitor . OSD in CAMERA mode OSD in PLA YER mode a. Zoom [...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ENGLISH 17 j. Time (see page 46) Indicates the time you are recording. k. Title (see page 48) Indicates the recorded title you have set. It is superimposed on the scene. l. Self diagnosis (see page 63) (T APE, T APE END) Checks the operation of the Camcorder . m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (s[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ENGLISH 18 Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder . Basic Accessories 1. AC Power Adapter . (see page 22) 2. AC cord. (see page 22) 3. Battery Pack. (see page 23) 4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 56) 5. Shoulder strap. (see page 21) 6. Instruc[...]

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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL650 only) ENGLISH 19 Description of Buttons 1. Start/Stop (see page 27) 2. Self T imer 3. Still (see page 58) 4. WIDE (see page 34) 5. TELE (see page 34) 6. Display (see page 16) 7. (Play) (see page 57) 8. (FF) (see page 58) 9. (REW) (see page 58) 10. (Stop) (see page 57) 1 1. Counter Reset (see pag[...]

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    ENGLISH Preparing 20 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press Self T imer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the LCD: ■ W AIT -10S/SELF-30S ■ W AIT -10S/SELF-END 3. Press ST ART/STOP button to start the timer . : After waiting for 10 seconds, recording starts. : If you have selected SELF-30S, recording stops automaticall[...]

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    ENGLISH Preparing 21 Shoulder Strap ✤ The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder with complete safety . 1. Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on the camcorder . 2. Put the end of each strap through the buckle, adjust the length of the strap, then pull it tight in the buckle . ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock functio[...]

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    Preparing Connecting the Power Source ENGLISH 22 ✤ There are two ways to connect power source. - Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. T o use the AC Power Adapter 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall[...]

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    Preparing T o use the Battery Pack ENGLISH 23 How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often zoom lens is used in recording. Prepare as many battery packs as possible. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder . 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall soc[...]

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    ENGLISH Preparing 24 Using the Battery Pack ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time depends on usage. Notes: ✤ The battery pack should be recharged in a room temperature that is between 0 ° C(32°F) and 40 ° C(104°F). It should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 0 ° C(32°[...]

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    ENGLISH Preparing 25 Battery Level Display ✤ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. Fully charged 2. 10~40% consumed 3. 40~60% consumed 4. 60~80% consumed (prepare a charged one) 5. 80~95% consumed (change the battery) 6. 100% consumed (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as [...]

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    Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ENGLISH 26 ✤ There are several cassette types, depending on: - Color system used - Recording/playback time. - Hi8 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ Check to see if the battery pack is in place or the AC adapter is connected. 1. Press the EJECT button. - The compartment opens automatically . - Insert[...]

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    Basic Recording Making Y our First Recording ENGLISH 27 Please make these preparations before recording. ■ Did you connect a power source? (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) ■ Did you set the power switch to CAMERA position? ■ Did you insert a cassette? (see page 26) ■ Open the LCD monitor and make sure that ST ANDBY is displayed in the OSD[...]

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    ENGLISH Basic Recording 28 b. T o stop recording, press the red ST ART/STOP button again. When Recording stops, ST ANDBY should be displayed on the LCD. When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in ST ANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically . T o use it again, push the red ST AR T/STOP button or se[...]

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    Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ENGLISH 29 ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly . ■ For stable recording, 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. (see page 20) 2. Place your ri[...]

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    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ENGLISH 30 ✤ Y our camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which allows you to view recording or playback directly . ✤ Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: ■ Brightness ■ Color 1. Make sur[...]

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    Basic Recording Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER ENGLISH 31 9. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to adjust the LCD color setting. 10. Press ENTER. ■ For further adjustment, repeat steps 7, 8, 9. 1 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end the setting. Notes: ■ If you don't press a button within 30 seconds, the setting will disappear . ■ The MENU ON/O[...]

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    Basic Recording Playing back a tape on the LCD ENGLISH 32 ✤ Y ou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and push the switch to PLA YER mode. 2. Insert the tape you have just recorded. 3. Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STOP is displayed[...]

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    ENGLISH Basic Recording 33 Adjusting the LCD during PLA Y The LCD adjustment method in PLA YER mode is identical to step number 4 of page 30, except the power switch must be set to PLA YER. Controlling the Sound from the Speaker ✤ When you use the LCD monitor while playing back, you can hear sound from the Speaker . ✤ V olume of the Speaker is [...]

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    Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ENGLISH 34 ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ Y ou can also choose from two zoom speeds to suit different needs : ■ Gradual [...]

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    Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ENGLISH 35 ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally . ✤ The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the “ T ” side. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS (SCL630/L650) feature with the DIGIT AL ZOOM for picture stability . (see page 39) 1. Set the power[...]

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    Advanced Recording Setting the DIGIT AL ZOOM ON/OFF (SCL630/L650) ENGLISH 36 ✤ The DIGIT AL ZOOM feature is explained on page 35. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear . 3. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to D. ZOOM. 4. Press ENTER. ■ The DIGIT AL ZOOM setting will change. 5.[...]

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    ENGLISH 37 Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode (see page 22). 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set t[...]

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    ENGLISH 38 Advanced Recording CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings ✤ Y ou can customize the settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list. 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM........[...]

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    ENGLISH 39 Advanced Recording DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer , SCL630/L650 only) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: ?[...]

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    ENGLISH 40 Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in the CAMERA mode only . ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focus[...]

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    ENGLISH 41 Advanced Recording BLC BLC works in the CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is placed in front of a window . - 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 their features. [...]

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    ENGLISH 42 Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in the CAMERA mode only . ✤ The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and aperture to suit dif ferent recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of the field. ✤ There are 6 automatic exposure modes. 1. AUTO mode[...]

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    ENGLISH 43 Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE(Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the P .AE button, the ( ) symbol will be displayed. 3. Press the P .AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. ( ➔➔➔➔ ) ■ No Display : Full Auto mode. Notes: ■ The screen status that is changed by the [...]

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    ENGLISH 44 Advanced Recording DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record. ✤ There are several DSE modes. (SCL610: 8 modes, SCL630/L650: 10 modes[...]

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    ENGLISH 45 Advanced Recording Selecting and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the DSE button, GHOST or SEPIA will be displayed. 3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed. 4. Press the ST ART/STOP button to start recording. 5. T o exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or sev[...]

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    ENGLISH 46 Advanced Recording Setting and Recording the DA TE/TIME ✤ Setting and recording the date/time feature works in the CAMERA mode only . ✤ Y ou can record the date/time on your tapes, so you will know when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed on the viewfinder or LCD. Setting a DA TE/TIME ✤ Setting t[...]

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    ENGLISH 47 Advanced Recording 7. Press ENTER. ■ The month to be reset will blink. 8. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. 9. Press ENTER. ■ The day to be reset will blink. 10. Y ou can set the day , hour and minute following the same procedure used for setting the year and month. 1 1. Press ENTER after setting the minute and the clo[...]

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    ENGLISH 48 Advanced Recording Selecting and Recording a Title ✤ Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only . ✤ The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder ’ s memory . ✤ Y ou can also select the language of the titles. Selecting a Language and Setting a Title ✤ Selecting a languag[...]

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    ENGLISH 49 Advanced Recording 6. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ Y ou may select languages from ENGLISH/FRENCH/ GERMAN/IT ALIAN/SP ANISH/RUSSIAN. 7. Press ENTER. ■ Then, the title list in the language you chose will appear . 8. T urn UP/DOWN dial to whichever TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER. ■ The selected title [...]

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    Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ENGLISH 50 ✤ The F ADE function works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Y ou can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or end of a sequence. T o Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the F ADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fa[...]

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    Advanced Recording PIP (Picture-In-Picture, SCL630/L650 only) ENGLISH 51 ✤ The PIP(Picture-In-Picture) feature works in combination with the DIGIT AL ZOOM function by using a small, superimposed screen to show an image that is wider than the image being recorded. This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are recording. - The PIP f[...]

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    ✤ With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder functions like a regular film camera, allowing you to take single still pictures. - The SNAP SHOT function operates in the CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Aim the Camera at the image you want to record and press the SNAP SHOT button. ■ At this time, be careful not to shake you[...]

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    ENGLISH 53 Advanced Recording White Balance ✤ WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ Y ou 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 . - INDOOR: C[...]

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    ENGLISH 54 54 Advanced Recording Demonstration ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily . ✤ The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA mode when you are not recording. ✤ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF . [...]

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    ENGLISH 55 Advanced Recording Lighting T echniques 1. Eject the tape that you have recorded. (see page 26) 2. If you want to protect accidental erasure of the tape you have recorded, push the red tab on the cas- sette. 3. Set the POWER switch to OFF . 4. Close the LENS cover . 5. Remove the BA TTERY P ACK from the camcorder. ✤ When you use your c[...]

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    ENGLISH 56 Playing back a Tape ✤ T o view a tape that you have recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLA YER mode only . ✤ There are two ways to see a tape; ■ T o watch with LCD: recommended for outdoor use. ■ T o watch with TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. ✤ T o view a tape using the LCD monitor in a car or the outdoors. (see p[...]

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    ENGLISH 57 Playing back a Tape Notes: ■ SCL610/L630/L650 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR are stereo, connect the audio cable to input “L” of your TV or VCR. ■ Y ou can use an S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have an S-VIDEO connector on your TV . ■ While playing back on a TV screen, close the LCD p[...]

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    ENGLISH 58 Playing back a Tape V arious Functions in PLA YER mode T o view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - Press (PLA Y/STILL) button during playback. - T o resume playback, press (PLA Y/STILL) button again. Note: Y our camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to prevent tap[...]

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    ENGLISH 59 Playing back a Tape Adjusting the LCD ✤ The LCD control in PLA YER mode is identical to step 3 of page 30, except the power switch must be set to PLA YER mode. ✤ The speaker is turned ON/OFF by opening/closing the LCD. ✤ The speaker ON/OFF setting operates when the LCD is opened. When it is set to OFF , the speaker won ’ t turn o[...]

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    Playing back the Tape Multi Playback (using the P AL60 System) ENGLISH 60 ✤ This Camcorder can convert an NTSC tape recorded in the SP mode to the “ P AL60 ” format, allowing you to view it on a P AL TV which has V ertical sync adjustment circuitry for 60Hz. - “ P AL60 ” is a special output signal format with which a P AL TV can be used t[...]

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    ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads ✤ T o ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. ✤ When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty . a. Normal Picture b, c. Noisy Picture If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner . 1. Set the power switch to [...]

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    ENGLISH 62 Using Your Camcorder Abroad Using Y our Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources ■ Y ou can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V , 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially available AC plug adapter ,[...]

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    ENGLISH 63 Troubleshooting T roubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a service center , perform the following simple checks. They might save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Inform that... Action slow the battery pack is almost Change it to a charged discharged one. fast the battery pack is fully[...]

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    ENGLISH 64 Troubleshooting Checking ✤ If you run into any problem using the camcorder , use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: ■ The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder . ■ Y our warranty , if applicable. ✤ Then contact y[...]

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    ENGLISH 65 Troubleshooting Symptom A vertical stripe appears when you record a bright subject against a dark background (candle flame, for example). The image quality on the LCD is poor . The image in the viewfinder is blurred. The tape does not move when you press the Play , Fast Forward or Rewind buttons. The picture does not appear in the viewfi[...]

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    ENGLISH 66 Troubleshooting Moisture Condensation ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder , on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly . T o prevent possible damag[...]

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    ENGLISH 67 Specifications ✤ These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System SCL610/L630/L650 Recording system Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system Video signal NTSC color , EIA standard Usable cassette SCL610/L630/L650 : Hi8 or 8mm T ape speed SP: 14.345 mm/sec Speed mode Record: SP o[...]

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    ENGLISH 68 Index - A - ABROAD ...................................................................62 AC POWER ADAPTER .............................................22 ADJUSTING ..............................................................30 AF ..............................................................................40 AUDIO ....................[...]

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    ENGLISH 69 Index - O - OPERA TION MODE ..................................................17 OSD ...........................................................................16 - P - PIP .............................................................................51 PLA Y ..........................................................................57 PLA[...]

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    ENGLISH 70 Warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED W ARRANTY 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[...]

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