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ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0 / L 5 5 0 ( N T S C ) S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0 Hi SCL550 Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. U S
ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0 / L 5 5 0 ( N T S C ) S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0 Hi SCL550 Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. U S
Instruction Booklet
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... the Remote Control...59 DSE in PLAYER mode...59 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder...59 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...59 s Cleaning the LCD Panel...59 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...60 s Storing the Camcorder...60 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 61 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...62 Checking...63 Moisture Condensation...65 Specifications ...66 Index...
... the Remote Control...59 DSE in PLAYER mode...59 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder...59 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...59 s Cleaning the LCD Panel...59 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...60 s Storing the Camcorder...60 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 61 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...62 Checking...63 Moisture Condensation...65 Specifications ...66 Index...
Instruction Booklet
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... the buckle may be some tiny specks (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD monitor. It may damage the video heads. (see page 20) 1 Do not insert your camcorder will automatically turn off if it may be dirty. These points are noisy or hardly visible, the... video heads may be difficult to adjust the hand strap for more than 5~6 minutes. 7 Notices regarding video head cleaning 1 To ensure normal recording and clear picture...
... the buckle may be some tiny specks (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD monitor. It may damage the video heads. (see page 20) 1 Do not insert your camcorder will automatically turn off if it may be dirty. These points are noisy or hardly visible, the... video heads may be difficult to adjust the hand strap for more than 5~6 minutes. 7 Notices regarding video head cleaning 1 To ensure normal recording and clear picture...
Instruction Booklet
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.../L540/L550) 8. Remote Control. (see page 23) 4. AC cord 3. S-VIDEO cable. (see page 21) 6. Instruction Book. 7. AC Power Adapter 2. Note: Optional accessories may be included with your camcorder. S-VIDEO cable 11. Shoulder strap. (see page 56) (SCL550 only) 11. AUDIO/...8. Cassette AD43-10130A 12. Instruction Book Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR AD39-40200A 7. Lithium Battery Optional Accessories 10. ENGLISH Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with the camcorder, depending on the country in which it ...
.../L540/L550) 8. Remote Control. (see page 23) 4. AC cord 3. S-VIDEO cable. (see page 21) 6. Instruction Book. 7. AC Power Adapter 2. Note: Optional accessories may be included with your camcorder. S-VIDEO cable 11. Shoulder strap. (see page 56) (SCL550 only) 11. AUDIO/...8. Cassette AD43-10130A 12. Instruction Book Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR AD39-40200A 7. Lithium Battery Optional Accessories 10. ENGLISH Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with the camcorder, depending on the country in which it ...
Instruction Booklet
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... can monitor the playback picture on the OSD. 3 Adjust the angle of the power switch and push the switch to a TV or VCR. (see the video you have just recorded. 2 PUSH 3. s To stop REWIND, press the (STOP) button. Hold down the tab of the LCD monitor and set the ... or the color if necessary. 4. Insert the tape you recorded on a TV screen, after rewinding. 5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to the beginning. s Camcorder changes to STOPmode automatically after connecting the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 1 PLAYER 2. Note: You can also monitor the picture on the LCD.
... can monitor the playback picture on the OSD. 3 Adjust the angle of the power switch and push the switch to a TV or VCR. (see the video you have just recorded. 2 PUSH 3. s To stop REWIND, press the (STOP) button. Hold down the tab of the LCD monitor and set the ... or the color if necessary. 4. Insert the tape you recorded on a TV screen, after rewinding. 5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to the beginning. s Camcorder changes to STOPmode automatically after connecting the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 1 PLAYER 2. Note: You can also monitor the picture on the LCD.
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.... ″ Normal recording. ″ ″ ″ ″ Video light recommended. Eject the tape that you have recorded. (see page 26) 2. x Arcade at night. Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder. 54 x Room lit by two 30W fluorescent lights. You will be recording... indoors (Video light recommended or required). 1 The single greatest influence on a hot summer's day. x On a ...
.... ″ Normal recording. ″ ″ ″ ″ Video light recommended. Eject the tape that you have recorded. (see page 26) 2. x Arcade at night. Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder. 54 x Room lit by two 30W fluorescent lights. You will be recording... indoors (Video light recommended or required). 1 The single greatest influence on a hot summer's day. x On a ...
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...) 55 s To watch with TV monitor: recommended for your VCR on the television screen, select the channel reserved for indoor use . s To watch with your camcorder. s The yellow plug: Video s The white plug: Audio(L) Note: To view the cassette on the television. (Refer to your...
...) 55 s To watch with TV monitor: recommended for your VCR on the television screen, select the channel reserved for indoor use . s To watch with your camcorder. s The yellow plug: Video s The white plug: Audio(L) Note: To view the cassette on the television. (Refer to your...
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...is connected to see. s If the tape reaches its end during playback, the tape will rewind automatically. ter quality pictures if you can use the S-VIDEO cable (supplied with the SCL550) to input "L" of your TV or VCR features a stereo audio system, connect the audio cable to obtain bet- s...L530/L540/L550 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR. s If you have the SCL550, you have an S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2. corder. PLAYER 4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Notes: s Vibration from the built-in speaker ...
...is connected to see. s If the tape reaches its end during playback, the tape will rewind automatically. ter quality pictures if you can use the S-VIDEO cable (supplied with the SCL550) to input "L" of your TV or VCR features a stereo audio system, connect the audio cable to obtain bet- s...L530/L540/L550 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR. s If you have the SCL550, you have an S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2. corder. PLAYER 4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Notes: s Vibration from the built-in speaker ...
Instruction Booklet
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... temperature often changes, such as in a car. 4. Check the quality of the picture using a video cassette. You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder when storing. 2. Noisy Picture a b If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. 1. Cleaning the Video Heads 1 To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the...
... temperature often changes, such as in a car. 4. Check the quality of the picture using a video cassette. You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder when storing. 2. Noisy Picture a b If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. 1. Cleaning the Video Heads 1 To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the...
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...Note: You can use your camcorder in the world. 61 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 1 Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. 1 Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources s You can make a copy to a video cassette recorder, the television or... VCR must be NTSC: SCL520/L530/L540/L550- compatible and have the appropriate audio/video jacks. ( PAL-compatible area Australia, Austria, ...
...Note: You can use your camcorder in the world. 61 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 1 Each country or area has its own electric and TV color system. 1 Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources s You can make a copy to a video cassette recorder, the television or... VCR must be NTSC: SCL520/L530/L540/L550- compatible and have the appropriate audio/video jacks. ( PAL-compatible area Australia, Austria, ...
Instruction Booklet
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... up. x You have occurred (see page 21) x The video heads might have reached the end of the camcorder. s Your warranty, if applicable. 1 Then contact your nearest authorized service center. Start/Stop does not operate while recording The camcorder goes off automatically. The DATE/TIME indicator flashes more than 2 ...x Check the battery pack (see page 23) or the AC power adapter. (see page 22) x Check the POWER and LOCK/STANDBYswitches, set the camcorder to troubleshoot the problem. 1 If these instructions do not allow you set it .(see page 28) x The battery pack is fully used up. (...
... up. x You have occurred (see page 21) x The video heads might have reached the end of the camcorder. s Your warranty, if applicable. 1 Then contact your nearest authorized service center. Start/Stop does not operate while recording The camcorder goes off automatically. The DATE/TIME indicator flashes more than 2 ...x Check the battery pack (see page 23) or the AC power adapter. (see page 22) x Check the POWER and LOCK/STANDBYswitches, set the camcorder to troubleshoot the problem. 1 If these instructions do not allow you set it .(see page 28) x The battery pack is fully used up. (...