Samsung SC-W61 User manual

Video Camcorder

8mm

SCW61/W62

Owner’s Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read

this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for

future reference.

ELECTRONICS

SCW61/W62

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US

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Contents

2

Notices and Safety Instructions

Features........................................................................................................................................................12

Descriptions

■

Front View/Side View/Rear View..............................................................................................13, 14, 15

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OSD (On Screen Display) ...................................................................................................................16

Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder...................................................................................................18

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap..............................................................................................19

Lithium Battery Installation............................................................................................................................20

Connecting the Power Source......................................................................................................................21

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To use the AC Power Adapter ..............................................................................................................21

■

To use the Battery Pack .......................................................................................................................22

Using the Battery Pack .................................................................................................................................23

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Continuous Recording time table.........................................................................................................23

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Battery Level Display............................................................................................................................24

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ................................................................................................................25

Preparing

Making your First Recording.........................................................................................................................26

Hints for Stable Image Recording ................................................................................................................28

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Recording with Viewfinder....................................................................................................................28

Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER...........................................................................................................28

Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER...................................................................................................29

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Viewing a Still Picture...........................................................................................................................30

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Picture Search......................................................................................................................................30

Zooming In and Out......................................................................................................................................31

Digital Zoom..................................................................................................................................................32

EASY mode (for beginners)..........................................................................................................................34

CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings.......................................................................35

Basic Recording

Advanced Recording

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Contents (continued)

Specifications

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61

Index

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62

Warranty

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64

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)..............................................................................................................36

BLC...............................................................................................................................................................37

Program AE (Automatic Exposure)...............................................................................................................38

DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode..........................................................................................40

Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME ........................................................................................................42

Selecting and Recording a Title....................................................................................................................44

Fade In and Out............................................................................................................................................46

White Balance...............................................................................................................................................47

Demonstration...............................................................................................................................................48

Lighting Techniques ......................................................................................................................................49

Troubleshooting

To watch with TV monitor..............................................................................................................................50

Various Functions in PLAYER mode.............................................................................................................52

Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 System) ...................................................................................................53

DSE in PLAYER mode..................................................................................................................................54

Playing back a Tape

Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder................................................................................................54

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Cleaning the Viewfinder ......................................................................................................................54

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Cleaning the Video Heads ...................................................................................................................55

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Storing the Camcorder .........................................................................................................................55

Self Diagnosis Display .................................................................................................................................57

Checking.......................................................................................................................................................58

Moisture Condensation.................................................................................................................................60

Maintenance

Using Your Camcorder Abroad

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56

Notices and Safety Instructions

Taking care of the battery pack

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✤ Do not let LENS point toward the sun.

Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.

(*CCD: Charge Coupled Device)

Notices regarding the LENS

✤ Do not allow any metal objects to touch

the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and

damage the battery pack.

Keep the terminals clean.

✤ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty.

Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.

Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding electronic viewfinder

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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) Unintended rotation may cause damage

to the viewfinder.

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2

3

1) A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensa-

tion to form inside the camcorder.

for example:

■ When you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside to

warm temperature inside during the winter.

■ When you take the camcorder from cool temperature inside to hot

temperature outside during the summer.

2) If the “DEW” protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder

in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and

the battery removed.

3) If the “DEW” protection feature is activated unexpectedly, and you

want to override it, detach, then reinstall the battery pack and

lithium battery.

Please make sure that the condensation has disappeared com-

pletely. (see page 60)

Notices regarding moisture condensation

DEW

Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding the battery pack

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✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors.

✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.

✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without

operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.

✤ Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.

Dropping the battery pack might damage it.

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

The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

W

arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swal-

lowed, consult a doctor immediately.

✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, TITLE, CUSTOM function and preset contents

memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.

✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of

installation.

✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds

when you set the power switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.

(see page 20)

Notices regarding the Lithium battery

*When the lithium battery

becomes weak or dead please

contact your local dealer. The

batteries have to be dealt with

as chemical waste.

WARNING:

LITHIUM BATTERY MUST BE

RECYCLED OR DISPOSED

OF PROPERLY.

Notices and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding the hand strap

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✤ To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is left in

STANDBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes.

5 minutes off timer in STANDBY mode

✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better

recording. (see page 19)

✤ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly,

the buckle may be damaged.

Note

: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only.

✤ To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When playing back the pictures,

if they are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads

with a dry type cassette cleaner.

✤ Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. It may damage the video heads. (see page 55)

Notices regarding video head cleaning

Notices and Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

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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.

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

important operating and maintenance instructions in the

literature accompanying this product.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, match wide

blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:

All the safety and operating instructions should be

read before the CAMCORDER is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:

The safety and operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS:

All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:

All operating and maintenance instructions should

be followed.

5. CLEANING:

Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.

6. ATTACHMENTS:

Do not use attachments not recommended by the

CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be

hazardous.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE:

Do not use this CAMCORDER near water;

for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen

sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming

pool or lake.

8. ACCESSORIES:

Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart,

stand, tripod, bracket or table.

The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to

a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table

recommended by the manufacturer or sold with

the CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should

follow the manufacturer’s instructions and

should use a mounting accessory recommended

by the manufacturer.

A. An appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces

may cause the appliance and cart

combination to overturn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(Symbol provided by RETAC)

Notices and Safety Instructions

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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.

This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in

installation such as a bookcase or rack unless

proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s

instructions have been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES:

The CAMCORDER should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the label.

If you are not sure of the type of power supply at

your home, consult your appliance dealer or local

power company.

A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from

battery power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions.

11.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:

This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a

polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having

one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding

type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,

try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit,

contact your electrician to replace your outlet.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

plug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are

not likely to be walked on or pinched by items

placed upon or against them, paying particular

attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles,

and the point where they exit from the unit.

13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected

to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable

system is grounded to provide some protection

against voltage surges and built-up static charges,

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information

with respect to proper grounding of the mast and

supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire

and supporting structure, grounding of the mast

and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in

wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of

grounding to conductors, location of antenna-

discharge unit, connection to grounding

electrodes and requirements for the grounding

electrode.

See figure below.

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

Notices and Safety Instructions

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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. POWER LINES:

An outside antenna system should not be located

in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits where it can fall into

such power lines or circuits.

When installing an outside antenna system,

extreme care should be taken to keep from touching

such power lines or circuits as contact with them

might be fatal.

16. OVERLOADING:

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords

as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:

Never push objects of any kind into this

CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out a part

that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquids of any kind onto the

CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit

and have it checked by a technician before use.

18. SERVICING:

Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER

yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose

you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:

Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and

refer servicing to qualified service personnel

under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have

fallen into the CAMCORDER.

c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or

water.

d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions, adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the CAMCORDER to its normal

operation.

e.If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or

the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct

change in performance, this indicates a

need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:

When replacement parts are required, be sure

the service technician has used replacement parts

specified by the manufacturer and having the

same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,

electric shock or other hazards.

21. SAFETY CHECK:

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this

CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that

the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

Notices and Safety Instructions

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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.

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:

Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment

could be voided if you make changes or modifications

not expressly approved by this party responsible for

compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

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Your camcorder has many features for recording and playing back.

BLC

■

BLC: Back Light Compensation.

When you record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background,

use the BLC function. (see page 37)

DSE (Digital Special Effects)

The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by adding various special effects.

(see page 40)

Program AE (Auto Exposure)

The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to adjust to the type of scene

to be filmed. (see page 38)

22x High ratio zoom lens

Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture.

For more professional recordings, use the zoom function. (see page 31)

Digital Zoom

Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. (see page 32)

Macro

The macro function allows you to record your subject at close range.

You have to adjust the zoom fully wide for macro recording. (see page 31)

EASY

This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 34)

Multi PLAYBACK (PAL60)

PAL60 is a special output signal format with which a tape recorded on this camcorder (NTSC format) can

be viewed on a PAL TV.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Front View

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1. Lens (see page 61)

2. EDIT (REW)

EDIT works in STANDBY mode.

(see page 27)

REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)

3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT)

PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode.

(see page 51)

LIGHT works in CAMERA mode.

4. EDIT (FF)

EDIT works in STANDBY mode.

(see page 27)

FF works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)

5. DATE/TIME(STOP)

DATE/TIME works in CAMERA mode.

(see page 42)

STOP works in PLAYER mode. (see page 51)

6. TAPE EJECT (see page 25)

Use when ejecting the tape.

7. EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)

8. MIC

MIC works in CAMERA mode.

9. CUSTOM

CUSTOM works in CAMERA mode.

10. EASY

EASY works in CAMERA mode.

11. VIDEO LIGHT

3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT)

4. EDIT (FF)

5. DATE/TIME (STOP)

7. EVF (CVF for SCW62)

9. CUSTOM

2. EDIT (REW)

6. TAPE EJECT

11. VIDEO LIGHT

1. LENS

8. MIC

10. EASY

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

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12. BATTERY EJECT

13. MENU ON/OFF (see page 42)

MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and

PLAYER mode.

14. ENTER (MF) (see page 42)

ENTER works in MENU mode.

MF works in CAMERA mode.

15. UP/DOWN dial (see page 42)

UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode.

16. PROGRAM AE (see page 38)

PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in

CAMERA mode.

17. DSE (see page 40)

DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode.

18. BLC (see page 37)

BLC works in CAMERA mode.

19. FADE

FADE works in CAMERA mode.

(see page 46)

20. DC Jack

21. Recharging Indicator

22. S-VIDEO out

23. Lithium Battery (see page 20)

Side View

23. Lithium Battery

13. MENU ON/OFF

12. BATTERY EJECT

14. ENTER (MF)

15. UP/DOWN Dial

20. DC Jack

21. Recharging Indicator

22. S-VIDEO out

16. P.AE

18. BLC

19. FADE

17. DSE

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Rear View

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24. ZOOM (see page 32)

25. Cassette Compartment

26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 20)

27. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 50)

28. LENS cap

29. Hand Strap (see page 19)

30. POWER Switch (see page 22)

- CAMERA : Select to record.

- OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder.

- PLAYER : Select to play back.

31. START/STOP (see page 26)

START/STOP works in CAMERA mode.

32. Battery pack compartment (see page 22)

33. D.ZOOM (see page 32)

D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode.

24. ZOOM

25. Cassette

Compartment

27. AUDIO/VIDEO out

28. LENS cap

29. Hand Strap

33. D.ZOOM

26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap

31. START/STOP

32. Battery pack compartment

30. POWER Switch

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display)

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✤ You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off.

✤ The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is

turned off.

✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor.

OSD in CAMERA mode

OSD in PLAYER mode

a. Zoom position (see page 32)

Indicates zoom position.

b. PB DSE

Shows that the PB DSE mode is active.

c. Battery level (see page 24)

Indicates the power left in the battery.

( )

d. Manual Focus (see page 36)

Indicates manual focus is on.

Auto Focus is not displayed.

e. BLC (see page 37)

Indicates BLC is activated.

f. Program AE (see page 38)

Indicates Program AE mode is

activated. ( , , , , )

g. EASY & CUSTOM

Shows when the easy or custom mode

is active.

h. LIGHT

Shows when the Light is switched on.

i. Date (see page 42)

Indicates the date of the recording.

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

OSD (On Screen Display)

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j. Time (see page 42)

Indicates the time you are recording.

k. Title (see page 44)

Indicates the recorded title you have set.

It is superimposed on the scene.

l. Self diagnosis (see page 57)

(TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the Camcorder.

m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 40)

Indicates the DSE mode is activated.

The operation modes are SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC,

WIDE(16:9) and CINEMA.

n. Tape counter

Indicates amount of the tape used.

o. Operation mode

Indicates the operation mode is activated.

The operation modes are STBY, REC, STOP, PLAY, FF, REW, EJECT.

p. DEW condensation (see page 60)

Monitors the moisture condensation.

q. Digital zoom (see page 32)

Indicates digital zoom is activated.

r. White Balance mode (see page 47)

Indicates the White Balance mode is activated.

The White Balance modes are AUTO, INDOOR and OUTDOOR.

s. Hi8

Indicates the use of the Hi8 tape in recording or playing back modes.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder

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Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

Basic Accessories

1. AC Power Adapter. (see page 21)

2. AC cord. (see page 21)

3. Battery Pack. (see page 22)

4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 50)

5. Shoulder strap. (see page 20)

6. Instruction Book.

7. Lithium Battery for Clock.

(TYPE: CR2025, see page 20)

Optional Accessories

8. Cassette. (see page 25)

9. Carrying Case.

10. S-VIDEO Cable. (see page 51)

1. AC Power Adapter

AD44-00038A

AD39-40200A

2. AC cord 3. Battery Pack

5. Shoulder Strap

4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

6. Instruction Book

7. Lithium Battery

Video Camcorder

8mm

9. Carrying Case

8. Cassette

AD43-10130H

AD39-00028A

AD63-00202A

AD43-00065A

AD69-00001A

10. S-VIDEO Cable

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Preparing

Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap

Hand 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 the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand.

1. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release

the Hand Strap, adjust its length and stick it

back onto the Hand Strap cover.

2. Close the Hand Strap cover back up again.

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Preparing

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 function, title and preset contents of the memory; even if the

battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.

✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from the time of

installation.

✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds

when you set the power switch to CAMERA.

When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.

1. Take out the holder from the lithium battery

compartment.

2. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward

the bottom of the holder.

3. Reinsert the holder into the lithium battery

compartment.

Note:

If the holder is inserted in the wrong direction,

it will not fit correctly.

W

arning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of the children. Should the battery be

swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

Lithium Battery Installation

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