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Digital Video Camcorder
SCD6040
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
ELECTRONICS
US PATENT 4415844
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ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices and Safety Instructions This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated CAUTION dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of RISK OF ELECTRIC sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock. SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE operating and maintenance instructions in the l
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ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the CAMCORDER, reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 place
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ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing to storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of qualified service personnel under the following conditions: time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. cable system. b. If any liquid has been spilled
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ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for expose this appliance to rain or moisture. a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 23. If this power supply is used at 240V AC, a suitable plug adapter should designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a be used. residential installation. T
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ENGLISH Contents Start 8 Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Quick Start .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Notes and Safety Instructions 10 Getti
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ENGLISH Contents Setting the Power Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Using the 5-Way Button ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 32 Adjusting the LCD Monitor ........................
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ENGLISH Contents The Camcorder : Advanced Recording 52 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ................................................................................................................................... 52 Setting the PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 53 Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALAN
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ENGLISH Contents Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback ..................................................................................................................................................... 75 Searching Still Images ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 76 Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording.....................
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ENGLISH Contents Viewing Still Images............................................................................................................................................................................................100 Viewing a Single Still Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................100 Viewing a Slide Show ..........................................
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ENGLISH Contents Using the Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................................................................................................128 Rotating a Stored Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................129 Resizing a Stored Picture ........................
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ENGLISH Start Precautions on Camcorder Care ✤ Please note the following precautions for use: ✤ Please keep this device in a safe place. The device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children. Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction. Do not aim the device at the sun while looking through the viewfinder; this may cause permanent damage to your eyes. To avoid electric shock, do not touch your device
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ENGLISH Start Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and provides a variety of functions. Please read this manual in its entirety. ✤ Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order: 1 2 1. Install the battery pack. Insert a cassette (refer to page 47). 2. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot (refer to page 83). 3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable to the camcorder. 4. Set your device to REC or (CAM
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen ✤ Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor. ✤ Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder. 1. LCD monitor is closed. 1 2 2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor. 3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top. 3 4 4. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the front. 5. Recording while looking at the
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT ✤ Television programs, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws. ✤ All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective h
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. ✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ If your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is attach
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding Video Head Cleaning ✤ To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette. ✤ Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the
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ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Hand Strap ✤ To ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is properly adjusted. ✤ Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it. Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell 1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the
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ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Features ● Supports IEEE 1394 Digital Data Transfer TM By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and inter-connectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images. ● Integrated Camcorder / DSC operation An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder a
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ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Power Cord (AD43-00128A) (AA-E8 Type) (AD39-00076A) (AD44-00090A) Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 6. Lithium battery for 4. Multi-AV Cable 5. Instruction Book Remote Control and (AD39-00099A) 3. AC Power Cord Clock(CR2025 type, 2EA) 4. M
