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ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm SCW61/W62 Hi SCW61/W62 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 SCW61/W62 Hi SCW61/W62 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 Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap 19 Lithium Battery Installation...20 Connecting the Power Source ...21 s To use the AC... First Recording ...26 Hints for Stable Image Recording ...28 s Recording with Viewfinder ...28 Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER...28 Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER 29 s Viewing a Still Picture...30 s Picture Search ...30 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ...31 Digital Zoom ...32 EASY mode (for beginners) ...
...12 Descriptions s Front View/Side View/Rear View 13, 14, 15 s OSD (On Screen Display) ...16 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder 18 Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap 19 Lithium Battery Installation...20 Connecting the Power Source ...21 s To use the AC... First Recording ...26 Hints for Stable Image Recording ...28 s Recording with Viewfinder ...28 Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER...28 Playing back a tape on the CAMCORDER 29 s Viewing a Still Picture...30 s Picture Search ...30 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ...31 Digital Zoom ...32 EASY mode (for beginners) ...
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... Playback (Using the PAL60 System 53 DSE in PLAYER mode...54 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder 54 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...54 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...55 s Storing the Camcorder ...55 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 56 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...57 Checking ...58 Moisture Condensation ...60 Specifications ...61 Index ...62 Warranty...
... Playback (Using the PAL60 System 53 DSE in PLAYER mode...54 Maintenance Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder 54 s Cleaning the Viewfinder ...54 s Cleaning the Video Heads ...55 s Storing the Camcorder ...55 Using Your Camcorder Abroad 56 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ...57 Checking ...58 Moisture Condensation ...60 Specifications ...61 Index ...62 Warranty...
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...to hot temperature outside to warm temperature inside during the summer. 2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder in atmospheric temperature may cause damage to override it, detach, then reinstall the battery pack and lithium battery. Please make sure ...that the viewfinder is activated unexpectedly, and you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside during the winter. Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding moisture condensation 1) A sudden rise in a dry,...
...to hot temperature outside to warm temperature inside during the summer. 2) If the "DEW" protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder in atmospheric temperature may cause damage to override it, detach, then reinstall the battery pack and lithium battery. Please make sure ...that the viewfinder is activated unexpectedly, and you take the camcorder from cold temperature outside during the winter. Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding moisture condensation 1) A sudden rise in a dry,...
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...unexpected battery discharge. ✤ 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... batteries have to CAMERA. Notices regarding the battery pack ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is left in STANDBY for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the ...
...unexpected battery discharge. ✤ 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... batteries have to CAMERA. Notices regarding the battery pack ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is left in STANDBY for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the ...
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... recording. (see page 19) ✤ Do not insert your hand in STANDBY mode ✤ 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 more than 5 minutes. 7 Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding video...this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. ✤ Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. It may damage the video heads. (see page 55) 5 minutes off timer in the hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be...
... recording. (see page 19) ✤ Do not insert your hand in STANDBY mode ✤ 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 more than 5 minutes. 7 Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding video...this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. ✤ Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. It may damage the video heads. (see page 55) 5 minutes off timer in the hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be...
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...recommended by RETAC) 8 for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near water; The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to wide slot and fully insert. An appliance and cart combination should...safety and operating instructions should use this product. 1. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may cause the...
...recommended by RETAC) 8 for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near water; The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to wide slot and fully insert. An appliance and cart combination should...safety and operating instructions should use this product. 1. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be of sufficient magnitude to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may cause the...
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... line plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should not be operated from the unit. 9 A CAMCORDER is grounded to be placed in a built-in the cabinet are not likely to the operating instructions. 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside ...antenna or cable system is connected to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is intended to provide some protection against them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs,...
... line plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should not be operated from the unit. 9 A CAMCORDER is grounded to be placed in a built-in the cabinet are not likely to the operating instructions. 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside ...antenna or cable system is connected to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is intended to provide some protection against them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs,...
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...of time, unplug it can result in a risk of other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that the CAMCORDER is in fire, electric shock or other electric light or power circuits where it from touching such power lines or circuits as the original... part. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it checked by the operating instructions. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system, extreme care should not be ...
...of time, unplug it can result in a risk of other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that the CAMCORDER is in fire, electric shock or other electric light or power circuits where it from touching such power lines or circuits as the original... part. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it checked by the operating instructions. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system, extreme care should not be ...
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...of the subject in the picture. When you 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 For more professional recordings, use the BLC function. (see page 40) Program AE (Auto ...Exposure) The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to adjust to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for macro recording. (see page 31) EASY This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 34...
...of the subject in the picture. When you 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 For more professional recordings, use the BLC function. (see page 40) Program AE (Auto ...Exposure) The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to adjust to Know Your Camcorder Features Your camcorder has many features for macro recording. (see page 31) EASY This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 34...
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.../STILL (LIGHT) 2. EDIT (FF) EDIT works in STANDBY mode. (see page 27) FF works in CAMERA mode. 10. EDIT (FF) 5. CUSTOM 1. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH Front View 3. EVF (CVF for SCW62) 8. CUSTOM CUSTOM works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52) 3. EDIT (REW) 6.
.../STILL (LIGHT) 2. EDIT (FF) EDIT works in STANDBY mode. (see page 27) FF works in CAMERA mode. 10. EDIT (FF) 5. CUSTOM 1. Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH Front View 3. EVF (CVF for SCW62) 8. CUSTOM CUSTOM works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52) 3. EDIT (REW) 6.
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... in CAMERA mode. 14 17. DSE (see page 38) PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 18. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 16. Lithium Battery 12. S-VIDEO out 12. P.AE 18. FADE 17. BATTERY EJECT 13. MENU ON/OFF 14. ENTER (MF) 15. DC Jack...
... in CAMERA mode. 14 17. DSE (see page 38) PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. 18. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Side View 16. Lithium Battery 12. S-VIDEO out 12. P.AE 18. FADE 17. BATTERY EJECT 13. MENU ON/OFF 14. ENTER (MF) 15. DC Jack...
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ZOOM (see page 19) 30. Cassette Compartment 26. Hand Strap (see page 32) 25. CAMERA : Select to turn off the camcorder. - D.ZOOM (see page 26) START/STOP works in CAMERA mode. 15 START/STOP 32. Battery pack compartment ENGLISH 24. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 22) - ...OFF : Select to record. - Cassette Compartment 27. Hand Strap 30. POWER Switch 28. LENS cap 29. PLAYER : Select to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 33. AUDIO/VIDEO out 29. LENS cap 24. Getting to play back. 31. D.ZOOM 26. ZOOM 25. POWER Switch (see page 50) 28...
ZOOM (see page 19) 30. Cassette Compartment 26. Hand Strap (see page 32) 25. CAMERA : Select to turn off the camcorder. - D.ZOOM (see page 26) START/STOP works in CAMERA mode. 15 START/STOP 32. Battery pack compartment ENGLISH 24. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 22) - ...OFF : Select to record. - Cassette Compartment 27. Hand Strap 30. POWER Switch 28. LENS cap 29. PLAYER : Select to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 33. AUDIO/VIDEO out 29. LENS cap 24. Getting to play back. 31. D.ZOOM 26. ZOOM 25. POWER Switch (see page 50) 28...
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..., EASY and CUSTOM functions can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on . Auto Focus is active. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ You can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. ✤ The OSD is displayed in the battery. ( ) d. Manual...
..., EASY and CUSTOM functions can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on . Auto Focus is active. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ✤ You can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. ✤ The OSD is displayed in the battery. ( ) d. Manual...
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... and OUTDOOR. Hi8 Indicates the use of the tape used. l. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 57) (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the Camcorder. DEW condensation (see page 44) Indicates the recorded title you are SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, WIDE(16:9) and CINEMA. r. ENGLISH 17 Title (... mode is activated. q. The operation modes are recording. s. Operation mode Indicates the operation mode is superimposed on the scene. m. Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. Time (see page 42) Indicates the time you have set.
... and OUTDOOR. Hi8 Indicates the use of the tape used. l. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 57) (TAPE, TAPE END) Checks the operation of the Camcorder. DEW condensation (see page 44) Indicates the recorded title you are SEPIA, B/W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, WIDE(16:9) and CINEMA. r. ENGLISH 17 Title (... mode is activated. q. The operation modes are recording. s. Operation mode Indicates the operation mode is superimposed on the scene. m. Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) j. Time (see page 42) Indicates the time you have set.
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...2. Lithium Battery AD63-00202A Optional Accessories 8. Cassette 9. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51) AD43-10130H 8. AC...18 AC cord. (see page 20) 1. Lithium Battery for Clock. (TYPE: CR2025, see page 21) 3. Shoulder Strap 3. Instruction Book Video Camcorder 8mm AD39-40200A 7. Instruction Book. 7. Battery Pack. (see page 25) 9. Cassette. (see page 22) 4. Carrying Case. 10. Shoulder ...
...2. Lithium Battery AD63-00202A Optional Accessories 8. Cassette 9. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51) AD43-10130H 8. AC...18 AC cord. (see page 20) 1. Lithium Battery for Clock. (TYPE: CR2025, see page 21) 3. Shoulder Strap 3. Instruction Book Video Camcorder 8mm AD39-40200A 7. Instruction Book. 7. Battery Pack. (see page 25) 9. Cassette. (see page 22) 4. Carrying Case. 10. Shoulder ...
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Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to : - 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. 19 Preparing ENGLISH 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 change the position of your hand. 1. Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. -
Press the Zoom and the red Record button without having to : - 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. 19 Preparing ENGLISH 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 change the position of your hand. 1. Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. -
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... the buckle, adjust the length 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. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward the bottom of the strap into the lithium battery ...Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the children. Reinsert the holder into the hooks on the camcorder. 2. even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is inserted in the buckle. Put the end of each end of the holder. 3....
... the buckle, adjust the length 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. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward the bottom of the strap into the lithium battery ...Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the children. Reinsert the holder into the hooks on the camcorder. 2. even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is inserted in the buckle. Put the end of each end of the holder. 3....
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... the antenna cable. 21 Using the Battery Pack: used for indoor recording. - Hold down the tab of 3 the camcorder. 4. a. Make sure that the Lens Cap is used for outdoor recording. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a wall socket. 2 ENGLISH 3. Connect the other end of ...; There are two ways to the CAMERA mode. c. To use the AC Power Adapter 1. Using the AC Power Adapter : used next to a TV or the camcorder, it may cause the TV or camcorder to CAMERA mode. To set the...
... the antenna cable. 21 Using the Battery Pack: used for indoor recording. - Hold down the tab of 3 the camcorder. 4. a. Make sure that the Lens Cap is used for outdoor recording. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a wall socket. 2 ENGLISH 3. Connect the other end of ...; There are two ways to the CAMERA mode. c. To use the AC Power Adapter 1. Using the AC Power Adapter : used next to a TV or the camcorder, it may cause the TV or camcorder to CAMERA mode. To set the...
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... the recharging indicator will start blinking and 4 begin recharging. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to the camcorder. 1 2. OFF - Blinking once a second : Indicates less than 50% has been charged. - Attach the battery pack to a wall socket. 2 3 3. Blinking ... ~ 75% has been recharged. - Note: Battery pack may be discharged. Turn off for a second : Indicates there is completed, separate the camcorder, AC power adapter, and battery pack. - Reset the battery pack and DC cable. 5. ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will ...
... the recharging indicator will start blinking and 4 begin recharging. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord and connect the AC cord to the camcorder. 1 2. OFF - Blinking once a second : Indicates less than 50% has been charged. - Attach the battery pack to a wall socket. 2 3 3. Blinking ... ~ 75% has been recharged. - Note: Battery pack may be discharged. Turn off for a second : Indicates there is completed, separate the camcorder, AC power adapter, and battery pack. - Reset the battery pack and DC cable. 5. ENGLISH Preparing To use the Battery Pack How long will ...