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US PATENT 4415844 ENGLISH SSTTAORPT/ PHOTO DISPLAY TSIMEELRF MEZMEORORY DTIAMTEE/ SPEHAORTCOH A.DUB SLOW X2 F.ADV ELECTRONICS Digital Video Camcorder SCD33/D34/D39 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
US PATENT 4415844 ENGLISH SSTTAORPT/ PHOTO DISPLAY TSIMEELRF MEZMEORORY DTIAMTEE/ SPEHAORTCOH A.DUB SLOW X2 F.ADV ELECTRONICS Digital Video Camcorder SCD33/D34/D39 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
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... INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or sold with care. The CAMCORDER may cause the appliance and cart combination to the unit. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may fall, causing serious injury... as they may be hazardous. An appliance and cart combination should be adhered to wide slot and fully insert. CLEANING: Unplug this CAMCORDER on the CAMCORDER and in a wet basement, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in the operatinginstructions should be followed. 5....
... INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or sold with care. The CAMCORDER may cause the appliance and cart combination to the unit. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may fall, causing serious injury... as they may be hazardous. An appliance and cart combination should be adhered to wide slot and fully insert. CLEANING: Unplug this CAMCORDER on the CAMCORDER and in a wet basement, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in the operatinginstructions should be followed. 5....
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...it from the unit. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is connected to the CAMCORDER, be equipped with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, ...size of grounding to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit from overheating. ENGLISH 13. POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should not be blocked or covered. If you are not likely to the operating instructions. 11. GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ELECTRIC ...
...it from the unit. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is connected to the CAMCORDER, be equipped with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, ...size of grounding to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit from overheating. ENGLISH 13. POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should not be blocked or covered. If you are not likely to the operating instructions. 11. GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ELECTRIC ...
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... surges. 15. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of fire or electric shock. 17. Refer all servicing to rain or water. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to qualified service personnel. 19. e. ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. This will often require extensive work by following...and unused for service. 20. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have fallen into the CAMCORDER. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation. When installing an outside antenna system should be fatal. 16. ...
... surges. 15. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of fire or electric shock. 17. Refer all servicing to rain or water. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to qualified service personnel. 19. e. ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. This will often require extensive work by following...and unused for service. 20. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have fallen into the CAMCORDER. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation. When installing an outside antenna system should be fatal. 16. ...
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ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11 Features ...11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ...12 Front & Left View ...13 Left side View ...14 Right & Top View ...15 Rear & Bottom View ...16 Remote control ...17 OSD (On Screen Display in ... Strap ...22 Hand strap ...22 Shoulder strap...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable ...23 To select the CAMCORDER mode ...23 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Table of continuous recording time based on model and...
ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11 Features ...11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ...12 Front & Left View ...13 Left side View ...14 Right & Top View ...15 Rear & Bottom View ...16 Remote control ...17 OSD (On Screen Display in ... Strap ...22 Hand strap ...22 Shoulder strap...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable ...23 To select the CAMCORDER mode ...23 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Table of continuous recording time based on model and...
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Contents ENGLISH Controlling Sound from the Speaker ...34 Advanced Recording 35 Use of various Functions ...35 Setting menu items ...35 Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode...35 Availability of functions in each mode ...36 CLOCK SET ...37 WL. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ......
Contents ENGLISH Controlling Sound from the Speaker ...34 Advanced Recording 35 Use of various Functions ...35 Setting menu items ...35 Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode...35 Availability of functions in each mode ...36 CLOCK SET ...37 WL. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ......
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Contents ENGLISH Image Format ...84 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ...84 Selecting the image quality ...85 Select the image quality ...85 Number of images on the Memory Stick ...85 Recording Still images to a...RECORDING ...95 Selecting the moving picture sizes ...97 MPEG Playback ...98 Maintenance 99 After finishing a recording ...99 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder...100 Cleaning the Video Heads ...100 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...101 Power sources ...101 Color system ...101 Troubleshooting 102 Troubleshooting ...102 Self Diagnosis Display ...102 Moisture Condensation ...102 Self ...
Contents ENGLISH Image Format ...84 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ...84 Selecting the image quality ...85 Select the image quality ...85 Number of images on the Memory Stick ...85 Recording Still images to a...RECORDING ...95 Selecting the moving picture sizes ...97 MPEG Playback ...98 Maintenance 99 After finishing a recording ...99 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder...100 Cleaning the Video Heads ...100 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...101 Power sources ...101 Color system ...101 Troubleshooting 102 Troubleshooting ...102 Self Diagnosis Display ...102 Moisture Condensation ...102 Self ...
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed . 5 LCD open knob. 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front. 4 5. Recording with the LCD screen closed . 1 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. 2 s A LCD Monitor is opened applying a finger to the inside of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3 4. Over rotation may cause damage to LCD open knob 6
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed . 5 LCD open knob. 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front. 4 5. Recording with the LCD screen closed . 1 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. 2 s A LCD Monitor is opened applying a finger to the inside of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3 4. Over rotation may cause damage to LCD open knob 6
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...(e.g. For example, in a parked car in atmospheric temperature may be repaired. 7 Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to inside the camcorder. for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery pack removed. from rain... cause condensation to form inside during the summer.) 2. Keep the camcorder away from outside during winter.) - Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding CAMCORDER 1. Do not let the camcorder get damaged. When you move the camcorder from a cool location to direct sunlight. 2. A sudden rise ...
...(e.g. For example, in a parked car in atmospheric temperature may be repaired. 7 Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to inside the camcorder. for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery pack removed. from rain... cause condensation to form inside during the summer.) 2. Keep the camcorder away from outside during winter.) - Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding CAMCORDER 1. Do not let the camcorder get damaged. When you move the camcorder from a cool location to direct sunlight. 2. A sudden rise ...
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... use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage it will automatically turn itself off when you need to protect against unnecessary battery discharge. - If your camcorder is in CAM mode, and it is a good idea to record. - To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly....It is left in STBY mode without being operated for more battery power. * When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your camcorder turned off to charge it . - Do not use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making a long recordings, because the LCD uses up ...
... use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage it will automatically turn itself off when you need to protect against unnecessary battery discharge. - If your camcorder is in CAM mode, and it is a good idea to record. - To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly....It is left in STBY mode without being operated for more battery power. * When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your camcorder turned off to charge it . - Do not use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making a long recordings, because the LCD uses up ...
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...using high precision technology. Notes regarding the LENS - Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the hand strap - Do not pick up the camcorder from the viewfinder. 3. Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. When you could damage it maybe difficult to sunlight. 2. To ensure a steady..., check that the viewfinder is properly adjusted. - The LCD display has been manufactured using the viewfinder. 3. Do not position the camcorder such that the hand strap is pointing towards the sun. ENGLISH Notes regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' using the LCD 1. Direct...
...using high precision technology. Notes regarding the LENS - Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the hand strap - Do not pick up the camcorder from the viewfinder. 3. Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. When you could damage it maybe difficult to sunlight. 2. To ensure a steady..., check that the viewfinder is properly adjusted. - The LCD display has been manufactured using the viewfinder. 3. Do not position the camcorder such that the hand strap is pointing towards the sun. ENGLISH Notes regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' using the LCD 1. Direct...
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The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of children. In this case, replace the lithium battery with the same or equivalent type. Danger of ...
The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of children. In this case, replace the lithium battery with the same or equivalent type. Danger of ...
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, ...
Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, ...
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ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. AC Cord 4. Remote Control (AD59-00085A) 8. Instruction Book 6. Shoulder strap 9. Multi-...
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. AC Cord 4. Remote Control (AD59-00085A) 8. Instruction Book 6. Shoulder strap 9. Multi-...
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PB ZOOM (see page 23) (TAPE/MEMORY STICK) 1. Function buttons 5. Mode Switch (see page 75) 4. PB ZOOM 4. DISPLAY 5. Speaker 6. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA : (PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) : (REW) : (FF) FADE (see page 62) BLC (see page 88) 2. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 2. REC SEARCH + M.PLAY SLIDE SHOW (see page 88) REV (see page 88) FWD (see page 61) REC SEARCH - Speaker 6. EASY.Q Button (CAM) / MULTI DISP. (M.PLAY) 3. EASY.Q (see page 59)/ MULTI DISP. (see page 19) 1. Mode Switch (TAPE/MEMORY STICK) 14 DISPLAY (see page 89) 3.
PB ZOOM (see page 23) (TAPE/MEMORY STICK) 1. Function buttons 5. Mode Switch (see page 75) 4. PB ZOOM 4. DISPLAY 5. Speaker 6. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA : (PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) : (REW) : (FF) FADE (see page 62) BLC (see page 88) 2. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 2. REC SEARCH + M.PLAY SLIDE SHOW (see page 88) REV (see page 88) FWD (see page 61) REC SEARCH - Speaker 6. EASY.Q Button (CAM) / MULTI DISP. (M.PLAY) 3. EASY.Q (see page 59)/ MULTI DISP. (see page 19) 1. Mode Switch (TAPE/MEMORY STICK) 14 DISPLAY (see page 89) 3.
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...) 13. DV Jack 14. MENU Button 6. Lithium Battery Cover 1. USB Jack (see page 35) 7. FOCUS Adjustment knob (see page 21) ENGLISH 8. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. EARPHONE Jack 15 Zoom lever 2. Lithium Battery Cover (see page 32) 5.
...) 13. DV Jack 14. MENU Button 6. Lithium Battery Cover 1. USB Jack (see page 35) 7. FOCUS Adjustment knob (see page 21) ENGLISH 8. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. EARPHONE Jack 15 Zoom lever 2. Lithium Battery Cover (see page 32) 5.
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Hook for shoulder strap 3. Memory Stick Slot 11. CAM indicator 4. DC Jack 10. Tripod receptacle 1. START/STOP button 6. Memory Stick Slot 10.Tripod receptacle 11.Battery Release 16 START/STOP button 6. Charging indicator 8. PLAYER indicator 5. Charging indicator 8. MENU Button 3. CAM indicator 4. Power Switch (see page 23) 9. DC Jack (see page 28) 7. PLAYER indicator 5. MENU Button 2. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 2. Battery Release 7. Power Switch 9. Hook for shoulder strap 1.
Hook for shoulder strap 3. Memory Stick Slot 11. CAM indicator 4. DC Jack 10. Tripod receptacle 1. START/STOP button 6. Memory Stick Slot 10.Tripod receptacle 11.Battery Release 16 START/STOP button 6. Charging indicator 8. PLAYER indicator 5. Charging indicator 8. MENU Button 3. CAM indicator 4. Power Switch (see page 23) 9. DC Jack (see page 28) 7. PLAYER indicator 5. MENU Button 2. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 2. Battery Release 7. Power Switch 9. Hook for shoulder strap 1.
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.... Direction ( , ) (see page 72) 12. (STOP) 13. (STILL) 14. (SLOW) 15. SELF TIMER (see page 63) 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) ENGLISH 18. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. Display 17 START/STOP 3. DISPLAY 17. A.DUB (see page 20) 4. DATE/TIME 14. (SLOW) 13. (STILL) 12. (STOP) 11. ADV 10.
.... Direction ( , ) (see page 72) 12. (STOP) 13. (STILL) 14. (SLOW) 15. SELF TIMER (see page 63) 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) ENGLISH 18. Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. Display 17 START/STOP 3. DISPLAY 17. A.DUB (see page 20) 4. DATE/TIME 14. (SLOW) 13. (STILL) 12. (STOP) 11. ADV 10.
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...) 4. WL. PHOTO mode 22. Zoom position (see page 47) 24. DIS (see page 45) 10. C 28 1 6 bit 30 ENTER : VOL. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in PLAYER mode 21 20 19 25 SOUND [ 2 ] M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 30 PB ZOOM 1.2x 5 5 min 27 29 MIRROR . . . Manual focus (see page 57...
...) 4. WL. PHOTO mode 22. Zoom position (see page 47) 24. DIS (see page 45) 10. C 28 1 6 bit 30 ENTER : VOL. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in PLAYER mode 21 20 19 25 SOUND [ 2 ] M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 30 PB ZOOM 1.2x 5 5 min 27 29 MIRROR . . . Manual focus (see page 57...
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.../TIME mode. (see page 53) - Image recording and loading indicator E. Print Mark (see page 91) H. You may also use the Quick Menu to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH OSD (On Screen Display in M.PLAY mode HF SLIDE G 0 0 1 2 2 / 2 4 0 MEMORY STICK ! Current still image/Total number of the button toggles the OSD function on...
.../TIME mode. (see page 53) - Image recording and loading indicator E. Print Mark (see page 91) H. You may also use the Quick Menu to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH OSD (On Screen Display in M.PLAY mode HF SLIDE G 0 0 1 2 2 / 2 4 0 MEMORY STICK ! Current still image/Total number of the button toggles the OSD function on...