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ENGLISH] Video Camcorder 8ram SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85 [] SCA30/A33/A35 Hi[] SCAS0/A85 AF Auto Focus CC O Charge Coupled Device Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Ig
ENGLISH] Video Camcorder 8ram SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85 [] SCA30/A33/A35 Hi[] SCAS0/A85 AF Auto Focus CC O Charge Coupled Device Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Ig
Instruction Booklet
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...Selecting and Recording a TITLE ...40 I-BLC/BLC (BLC for SCA3O) ...41 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...42 Using the VIDEO LIGHT ...43 Lighting Techniques ...44 To watch with viewfinder 45 To watch with TV monitor ...45 Various Functions in PLAYER mode 46 Setting ...Audio in the PLAYER mode ...47 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder 48 • Cleaning the Viewfinder ...48 • Cleaning the Video Heads ...48 • Storing the Camcorder 49 Self Diagnosis Display ...50 Moisture Condensation ...50 Troubleshooting ...51 A
...Selecting and Recording a TITLE ...40 I-BLC/BLC (BLC for SCA3O) ...41 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...42 Using the VIDEO LIGHT ...43 Lighting Techniques ...44 To watch with viewfinder 45 To watch with TV monitor ...45 Various Functions in PLAYER mode 46 Setting ...Audio in the PLAYER mode ...47 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder 48 • Cleaning the Viewfinder ...48 • Cleaning the Video Heads ...48 • Storing the Camcorder 49 Self Diagnosis Display ...50 Moisture Condensation ...50 Troubleshooting ...51 A
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...will be hot. USEWiTHCAUTIONTO REDUCETHE RISKOF FiREOR INJURYTO PERSONS. for example: • When you move the camcorder from cold outside during operation or after using the video light. It takes 5 minutes (approx.) for at least two hours in atmospheric temperature may result. ... . • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after turning it to cool down . • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is activated unexpectedly, and you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs. *DANGER- DISCONNECTWHENNOT...
...will be hot. USEWiTHCAUTIONTO REDUCETHE RISKOF FiREOR INJURYTO PERSONS. for example: • When you move the camcorder from cold outside during operation or after using the video light. It takes 5 minutes (approx.) for at least two hours in atmospheric temperature may result. ... . • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after turning it to cool down . • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is activated unexpectedly, and you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs. *DANGER- DISCONNECTWHENNOT...
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...When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be damaged. A Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. ENGLISH I + To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. It may damage the video heads. (see page 48) ÷ To protect ...against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is very important to adjust the hand strap for...
...When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be damaged. A Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. ENGLISH I + To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. It may damage the video heads. (see page 48) ÷ To protect ...against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is very important to adjust the hand strap for...
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... DISPLAY (see page 25) Use when ejecting the tape, 10. VIDEO LIGHT 1. Lens 3. Manual Focus Dial Lens (see page 47) A I 5. VIDEO LIGHT/ZERO RETURN Video Light (SCA35/A85) works in CAMERAmode. (BLC for SCA30) 9, EJECT er 8. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH I -BLC/BLC 11. SCAS0/A85: Stereo 5. MANUAL FOCUS ...-BLC/BLC works in CAMERA mode, Use to turn the OSD on or off the camcorder, - Remote sensor 4. OFF: Select to play back, 6. MF/AF (see page 27) SCA33/A35/AS0/A85 is color, SCA30 is too dim. (SCA35/A85 only) 3. Viewfinder (see page 42) MF/AF ...
... DISPLAY (see page 25) Use when ejecting the tape, 10. VIDEO LIGHT 1. Lens 3. Manual Focus Dial Lens (see page 47) A I 5. VIDEO LIGHT/ZERO RETURN Video Light (SCA35/A85) works in CAMERAmode. (BLC for SCA30) 9, EJECT er 8. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH I -BLC/BLC 11. SCAS0/A85: Stereo 5. MANUAL FOCUS ...-BLC/BLC works in CAMERA mode, Use to turn the OSD on or off the camcorder, - Remote sensor 4. OFF: Select to play back, 6. MF/AF (see page 27) SCA33/A35/AS0/A85 is color, SCA30 is too dim. (SCA35/A85 only) 3. Viewfinder (see page 42) MF/AF ...
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... cap (see page 22) 27. Battery Eject 33, Hooks for shoulder strap (see page 25) 37. AudioNideo Out 35. BATTERY EJECT (see page 27) (SCA30/A33/A80 only) 39. BATTERY TERMINAL(+) 31. Cassette holder (see page 20) 40. Jack for cassette (see page 20) 34. Hand strap (see page 25...) 36. Hand strap 26. Window for DC Cable (see page 53) 38. S-VIDEO OUT (see page 32) Zoom works n CAMERA mode, 28. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH I 27, Zoom 26. BATTERY TERMINAL 30. BATTERY TERMINAL (+)34. Jack for DC Cable 33, Hooks for cassette 37...
... cap (see page 22) 27. Battery Eject 33, Hooks for shoulder strap (see page 25) 37. AudioNideo Out 35. BATTERY EJECT (see page 27) (SCA30/A33/A80 only) 39. BATTERY TERMINAL(+) 31. Cassette holder (see page 20) 40. Jack for cassette (see page 20) 34. Hand strap (see page 25...) 36. Hand strap 26. Window for DC Cable (see page 53) 38. S-VIDEO OUT (see page 32) Zoom works n CAMERA mode, 28. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH I 27, Zoom 26. BATTERY TERMINAL 30. BATTERY TERMINAL (+)34. Jack for DC Cable 33, Hooks for cassette 37...
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.../A85 only) (see page 43) bm Indicates that the Video Light is turned on /off is switched by the DISPLAY button. ÷ The title and date/time functions can continue to function when the OSD ... in the viewfinder and the monitor. d,I-BLC/BLC (see page 41) Indicates the I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder ÷ The OSD on . A Auto Focus is working . (_ _,_7 _ ) f. I -BLC/BLC is working. (BLC for SCA30) e.Program AE (see page 35) Indicates the Program AE mode is working . 0S g. EIS (SCA35/A85 only...
.../A85 only) (see page 43) bm Indicates that the Video Light is turned on /off is switched by the DISPLAY button. ÷ The title and date/time functions can continue to function when the OSD ... in the viewfinder and the monitor. d,I-BLC/BLC (see page 41) Indicates the I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder ÷ The OSD on . A Auto Focus is working . (_ _,_7 _ ) f. I -BLC/BLC is working. (BLC for SCA30) e.Program AE (see page 35) Indicates the Program AE mode is working . 0S g. EIS (SCA35/A85 only...
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...for Remote Control. (see page 20) 1. L_hium Battery O AD63_Ot107A 3. AUDIO/VIDEOCabZe AD39-6000_A 5. S-VIDEO cable 9. Battery Pack. (see page 22) (NC-120 for SCA3O) 4, AudieNideo Cable, (see page 45) (SCA30/A33/A35: monaural SCAS0/A85: stereo) 5, Shoulder strap, (see page 21) 3. DC Cable ... Case AC3_200_Z _1. Two R6 AA_lt_erles AD69_0_IA _D59.1052_B A AC Power Adaptor 2. I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with the camcorder, depending on SCA30) Note: Optional accessones may be included with your...
...for Remote Control. (see page 20) 1. L_hium Battery O AD63_Ot107A 3. AUDIO/VIDEOCabZe AD39-6000_A 5. S-VIDEO cable 9. Battery Pack. (see page 22) (NC-120 for SCA3O) 4, AudieNideo Cable, (see page 45) (SCA30/A33/A35: monaural SCAS0/A85: stereo) 5, Shoulder strap, (see page 21) 3. DC Cable ... Case AC3_200_Z _1. Two R6 AA_lt_erles AD69_0_IA _D59.1052_B A AC Power Adaptor 2. I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with the camcorder, depending on SCA30) Note: Optional accessones may be included with your...
Instruction Booklet
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..., or when you wish to CAMERAmode. 2. The life of the bulb is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn off , othe_ise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after turning it either while in light is used as an...turned on . • The built-in operation or soon after using the video light, since it may not be powerful enough for outdoor lighting. ÷ The life of the bulb is shortened when you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for some time. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials...
..., or when you wish to CAMERAmode. 2. The life of the bulb is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn off , othe_ise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after turning it either while in light is used as an...turned on . • The built-in operation or soon after using the video light, since it may not be powerful enough for outdoor lighting. ÷ The life of the bulb is shortened when you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for some time. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials...
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...000 2,000 1,000 Normalrecording. 1,000 500 to 700 650 400 to 500 300 Video light recommended. 150 to 200 15 to 30 Video light 10 to OFR • The LENS cover automatically closes when the camcorder turns OFF. (SCA35/A85) 4. Office with fluorescent lighting near to protect accidental...Overcast day around midday, Overcast day one hour before sunset. Close the LENS cover. (SCA30/A33/A80) 5. Station ticket counter. Set the POWER switch to 15 required. 1. Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder. Snow-covered mountains or fields, Sandy beach on a hot summer's day, Sunny ...
...000 2,000 1,000 Normalrecording. 1,000 500 to 700 650 400 to 500 300 Video light recommended. 150 to 200 15 to 30 Video light 10 to OFR • The LENS cover automatically closes when the camcorder turns OFF. (SCA35/A85) 4. Office with fluorescent lighting near to protect accidental...Overcast day around midday, Overcast day one hour before sunset. Close the LENS cover. (SCA30/A33/A80) 5. Station ticket counter. Set the POWER switch to 15 required. 1. Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder. Snow-covered mountains or fields, Sandy beach on a hot summer's day, Sunny ...
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...you use an AC power adaptor for the power source of the camcorder. ÷ Use the AudioNideo cable supplied with your camcorder. • The yellow plug: Video • The white plug: Audio(L) • The red plug: Audio(R) (STEREO only) (SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural, SCA80/A85: Stereo) ÷ You can... with TV monitor: recommended for your VCR on the television. (Refer to your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. • The yellow plug: Video • The white plug: Audio(L) • The red plug: Audio(R) (STEREO only) (SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural, SCA80/A85: Stereo) ÷ To view the cassette on...
...you use an AC power adaptor for the power source of the camcorder. ÷ Use the AudioNideo cable supplied with your camcorder. • The yellow plug: Video • The white plug: Audio(L) • The red plug: Audio(R) (STEREO only) (SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural, SCA80/A85: Stereo) ÷ You can... with TV monitor: recommended for your VCR on the television. (Refer to your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. • The yellow plug: Video • The white plug: Audio(L) • The red plug: Audio(R) (STEREO only) (SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural, SCA80/A85: Stereo) ÷ To view the cassette on...
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... minutes in STILL mode without operation. - Use the TVNIDEO button to the camcorder. Note: • The play back mode (SP/LP) and system (HiS/8mm) are selected automatically, depending on your camcorder will rewind automatically. To resume playback, press I_1 (PLAY/STILL) button again.... Note: To preventtape and head-drum wear, your TV. 2. A To resume normal playback, release the buttons. Connect a power source (battery or AC power adaptor) to select VIDEO on the ...
... minutes in STILL mode without operation. - Use the TVNIDEO button to the camcorder. Note: • The play back mode (SP/LP) and system (HiS/8mm) are selected automatically, depending on your camcorder will rewind automatically. To resume playback, press I_1 (PLAY/STILL) button again.... Note: To preventtape and head-drum wear, your TV. 2. A To resume normal playback, release the buttons. Connect a power source (battery or AC power adaptor) to select VIDEO on the ...
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... own electric and TV color system. ÷ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. • You can view your recording in a car. 4. Using Your Camcorder Abroad _. A However, to a video cassette recorder, the television or VCR must detach the BATTERY PACK from... the camcorder when storing. 2. Otherwise, you may need to use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC ...
... own electric and TV color system. ÷ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. • You can view your recording in a car. 4. Using Your Camcorder Abroad _. A However, to a video cassette recorder, the television or VCR must detach the BATTERY PACK from... the camcorder when storing. 2. Otherwise, you may need to use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC ...
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...exhausted, (see page 20) The playback picture is of the camcorder. • Your warranty, if applicable. ÷ Then contact your nearest authorized service centen Youcannot switch the camcorder on the bottom of poor quality, • The video heads may be recharged. Use another battery pack. • The... fully. (see page 24) The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be dirty. (see page 48) You can de nothing with the camcorder, • A mechanical fault may have occured. (see page 50) A You cannot eject the cassette from the compartment, The DATE_IME indicator flashes...
...exhausted, (see page 20) The playback picture is of the camcorder. • Your warranty, if applicable. ÷ Then contact your nearest authorized service centen Youcannot switch the camcorder on the bottom of poor quality, • The video heads may be recharged. Use another battery pack. • The... fully. (see page 24) The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be dirty. (see page 48) You can de nothing with the camcorder, • A mechanical fault may have occured. (see page 50) A You cannot eject the cassette from the compartment, The DATE_IME indicator flashes...
