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ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL610/L630/L650 Hi SCL610/L630/L650 SSTTOAPRT/ TIMSEELRF STIDLLISPRLEATZYUERRONCROESUENTTER WIDE TELE Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS US
ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOR LCD SCL610/L630/L650 Hi SCL610/L630/L650 SSTTOAPRT/ TIMSEELRF STIDLLISPRLEATZYUERRONCROESUENTTER WIDE TELE Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS US
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......12 Descriptions s Front View/Side View/Rear View ...13, 14, 15 s OSD (On Screen Display) ...16 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder...18 Remote Control...19 s Self Timer Recording ...19 Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap ...20 Lithium Battery Installation ...21 Connecting the Power Source......
......12 Descriptions s Front View/Side View/Rear View ...13, 14, 15 s OSD (On Screen Display) ...16 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder...18 Remote Control...19 s Self Timer Recording ...19 Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap ...20 Lithium Battery Installation ...21 Connecting the Power Source......
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... ...59 Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 System) ...60 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder ...61 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...61 s Cleaning the LCD Panel ...61 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...61 s Storing the Camcorder...61 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 62 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...63 Checking ...64 Moisture Condensation...66 Specifications ...67 Index...
... ...59 Multi Playback (Using the PAL60 System) ...60 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder ...61 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...61 s Cleaning the LCD Panel ...61 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...61 s Storing the Camcorder...61 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 62 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...63 Checking ...64 Moisture Condensation...66 Specifications ...67 Index...
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... let the LENS point toward the sun. 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) 3) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen 3) from the top. 90° 4) Making a recording...
... let the LENS point toward the sun. 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) 3) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen 3) from the top. 90° 4) Making a recording...
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... 1 2 Direct sunlight can damage the inside during the summer. 2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder in atmospheric temperature may cause damage to the viewfinder. for example: s When you want to override it, detach, then reinstall ...the battery pack and lithium battery. Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 1) Do not place the camcorder so that the condensation has disappeared completely. (see page 66) ENGLISH 3 DEW 5 Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding moisture condensation 1) ...
... 1 2 Direct sunlight can damage the inside during the summer. 2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder in atmospheric temperature may cause damage to the viewfinder. for example: s When you want to override it, detach, then reinstall ...the battery pack and lithium battery. Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 1) Do not place the camcorder so that the condensation has disappeared completely. (see page 66) ENGLISH 3 DEW 5 Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding moisture condensation 1) ...
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... more battery power. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors. ✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you set the power switch to be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, TITLE... please contact your local dealer. 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 its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to CAMERA....
... more battery power. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before recording outdoors. ✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you set the power switch to be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, TITLE... please contact your local dealer. 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 its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to CAMERA....
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... to view. These specks are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may damage the video heads. (see page 20) ✤ Do not insert your camcorder will automatically turn off if it may be dirty.
... to view. These specks are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may damage the video heads. (see page 20) ✤ Do not insert your camcorder will automatically turn off if it may be dirty.
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... instructions should be retained for dusting cabinets. 6. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be of sufficient magnitude to wide slot and fully insert. WATER AND MOISTURE: Do not use attachments not..., match wide blade of plug to constitute a risk of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should be moved with the CAMCORDER. READ INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before cleaning. Do not use a mounting accessory recommended by RETAC) ...
... instructions should be retained for dusting cabinets. 6. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be of sufficient magnitude to wide slot and fully insert. WATER AND MOISTURE: Do not use attachments not..., match wide blade of plug to constitute a risk of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should be moved with the CAMCORDER. READ INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before cleaning. Do not use a mounting accessory recommended by RETAC) ...
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...-up static charges, Section 810 of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from the type of the lead-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is intended ...NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 12. Never place your CAMCORDER on or near a radiator or heat register. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to . 10. Notices and Safety Instructions ...
...-up static charges, Section 810 of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from the type of the lead-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is intended ...NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 12. Never place your CAMCORDER on or near a radiator or heat register. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to . 10. Notices and Safety Instructions ...
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... antenna system, extreme care should not be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to dangerous voltage or other electric light or power circuits where it can result in performance, this indicates a need for long periods ...objects have it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to lightning and power-line surges. 15. e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. This will often require extensive work by the...
... antenna system, extreme care should not be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to dangerous voltage or other electric light or power circuits where it can result in performance, this indicates a need for long periods ...objects have it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to lightning and power-line surges. 15. e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. This will often require extensive work by the...
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... record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with which a tape recorded on this camcorder (NTSC format) can be viewed on a PAL TV. 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for a limited time in Camera mode. (see page 52) PIP (SCL630/L650 only) The...
... record a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with which a tape recorded on this camcorder (NTSC format) can be viewed on a PAL TV. 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for a limited time in Camera mode. (see page 52) PIP (SCL630/L650 only) The...
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...) 11. LCD (see page 26) Use when ejecting the tape. 7. EASY 1. Lens (see page 57) PLAY/STILL works in CAMERA mode. 9. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) 2. VIDEO LIGHT 1.
...) 11. LCD (see page 26) Use when ejecting the tape. 7. EASY 1. Lens (see page 57) PLAY/STILL works in CAMERA mode. 9. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front View 3. PLAY/STILL (LIGHT) 2. VIDEO LIGHT 1.
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... 59) Speaker works in CAMERA mode. 19. SPEAKER (see page 42) PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in PLAYER mode. 21. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 24. BLC (see page 21) 22. BLC 23.
... 59) Speaker works in CAMERA mode. 19. SPEAKER (see page 42) PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in PLAYER mode. 21. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 24. BLC (see page 21) 22. BLC 23.
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...page 56) 29. Recharging Indicator 25. CASSETTE Compartment 37. Hand Strap 25. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 23) 36. CAMERA : Select to Know Your Camcorder Rear View ENGLISH 36. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 22) - LENS Cap 34. Hooks for shoulder strap 28. POWER Switch (see page 21) ...38. DC Jack 31. SNAP SHOT/D.ZOOM SNAP SHOT works in CAMERA mode. (SCL630/L650 only, see page 52) D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode. (SCL610 only, see page 28) START/STOP works in CAMERA mode. 33. BATTERY EJECT 27. Battery Pack Compartment 38. ZOOM 26. POWER Switch 30. ZOOM (...
...page 56) 29. Recharging Indicator 25. CASSETTE Compartment 37. Hand Strap 25. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 23) 36. CAMERA : Select to Know Your Camcorder Rear View ENGLISH 36. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 22) - LENS Cap 34. Hooks for shoulder strap 28. POWER Switch (see page 21) ...38. DC Jack 31. SNAP SHOT/D.ZOOM SNAP SHOT works in CAMERA mode. (SCL630/L650 only, see page 52) D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode. (SCL610 only, see page 28) START/STOP works in CAMERA mode. 33. BATTERY EJECT 27. Battery Pack Compartment 38. ZOOM 26. POWER Switch 30. ZOOM (...
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... p c XX 0:00:00 o d M.FOCUS DEW EASY x e BLC TAPE CINEMA m f PICNIC l n INDOOR k y g WAIT-10S h SELF-30S 13:10 j AUG. 29, 2001 i e. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ You can be operated even after the OSD is turned off by setting the Display menu on .
... p c XX 0:00:00 o d M.FOCUS DEW EASY x e BLC TAPE CINEMA m f PICNIC l n INDOOR k y g WAIT-10S h SELF-30S 13:10 j AUG. 29, 2001 i e. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ You can be operated even after the OSD is turned off by setting the Display menu on .
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...mode is activated. Title (see page 63) (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the tape used. Tape counter Indicates amount of the Camcorder. u. EASY & CUSTOM Shows when the easy or custom mode is switched on the scene. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 46) Indicates... 53) Indicates the White Balance mode is activated. Hi8 (see page 58) Indicates that the PB DSE mode is superimposed on . t. Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. l. The operation modes are GHOST, STROBE, SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, WIDE (16:9) and CINEMA. o. ...
...mode is activated. Title (see page 63) (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the tape used. Tape counter Indicates amount of the Camcorder. u. EASY & CUSTOM Shows when the easy or custom mode is switched on the scene. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 46) Indicates... 53) Indicates the White Balance mode is activated. Hi8 (see page 58) Indicates that the PB DSE mode is superimposed on . t. Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. l. The operation modes are GHOST, STROBE, SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, WIDE (16:9) and CINEMA. o. ...
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... Adapter 2. Carrying Case. Shoulder Strap AD43-00065A 6. Cassette. (see page 23) 4. Cassette 11. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Instruction Book. 7. AC cord 3. Battery Pack AD44-00038A AD39-00028A 4. Lithium Batteries Optional Accessories 9. Basic Accessories 1. AC Power...
... Adapter 2. Carrying Case. Shoulder Strap AD43-00065A 6. Cassette. (see page 23) 4. Cassette 11. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Instruction Book. 7. AC cord 3. Battery Pack AD44-00038A AD39-00028A 4. Lithium Batteries Optional Accessories 9. Basic Accessories 1. AC Power...
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL650 only) Description of the battery. WIDE (see page 58) 12. Counter Reset (see page 34) 1 5. Zero Return (see page 58) 6 4. Still (see ...page 58) Remote Control Battery Installation ✤ You must insert or replace this battery when: - TELE (see page 57) 11. You purchase the camcorder. - Example: recording yourself ✤ Two options are available - Self Timer 3. markings. ✤ Be careful not to start and stop recording automatically. Self Timer Recording ✤...
Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SCL650 only) Description of the battery. WIDE (see page 58) 12. Counter Reset (see page 34) 1 5. Zero Return (see page 58) 6 4. Still (see ...page 58) Remote Control Battery Installation ✤ You must insert or replace this battery when: - TELE (see page 57) 11. You purchase the camcorder. - Example: recording yourself ✤ Two options are available - Self Timer 3. markings. ✤ Be careful not to start and stop recording automatically. Self Timer Recording ✤...
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... Strap cover back up again. 20 Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand. 1. Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. -
... Strap cover back up again. 20 Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to change the position of your hand. 1. Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. -
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...lithium battery toward the bottom of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for the camcorder lasts about 5 seconds when you to CAMERA. even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is inserted in the wrong direction, it...; The lithium battery for about 8~10 months under normal operation from the lithium battery compartment. 2. Reinsert the holder into the hooks on the camcorder. 2. Insert each strap through the buckle, adjust the length of the strap into the lithium battery compartment. Put the end of each end ...
...lithium battery toward the bottom of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for the camcorder lasts about 5 seconds when you to CAMERA. even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is inserted in the wrong direction, it...; The lithium battery for about 8~10 months under normal operation from the lithium battery compartment. 2. Reinsert the holder into the hooks on the camcorder. 2. Insert each strap through the buckle, adjust the length of the strap into the lithium battery compartment. Put the end of each end ...