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SC-DX200
SC-DX205
DVD Camcorder
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key features of your DVD camcorder 3 1/2 inch (8cm) DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO recording with 3 1/2 inch (8cm) DVD-RW/-R/-R DL (Dual Layer) discs. This compatibility with a variety of disc types allows the ease-of-use and simplicity found in DVD media. DVD Format Video Recording The DVD recording format in MPEG2 (SD) delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of these DVDs couldn’t be simpler (depending upon the playback device used). After
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One Touch Finalize With this camcorder, finalizing a disc is at your fingertips. Simply press the FINALIZE button on the camcorder. This will simplify the procedure to allow your disc to be playable on other digital devices. Face Detection AF STBY 0:00:59[30 Min] Your camcorder detects a subject’s face and automatically adjusts the brightness and image quality. Faces are recorded more vividly. Flexible Recording to DVD Disc or Memory Card (SC-DX205 only) Record to a DVD disc, or instead choose
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key features of your DVD camcorder Viewing Images Recorded to a Memory Card on a Computer (SC-DX205 only) You can view your recordings on a computer by connecting the camcorder and computer with the USB cable. On a Windows computer, you can apply simple and exciting features of the playback application, CyberLink MediaShow4, to your recordings. Voice Plus You can narrate over a pre-recorded video by connecting the camcorder to a TV. safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manu
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important safety instructions CAUTION This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK electric shock is present within this unit. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, This symbol indicates that there are important operating and DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Warning To Reduce The Risk O
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important safety instructions 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 17. POWER SOURCES: bracket, or table specified by the The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. type of power source indicated on the label. If you are When a cart is used, use caution when not sure of the type of power supply at your home, moving the cart/apparatus combination consult your appliance dealer or local power company. to avoid injury from tip-over. A CAMCORD
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20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: 22. POWER LINES: CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is An outside antenna system should not be located in grounded to provide some protection against voltage the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the light or power circuits where it can fall into such power National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna 70-1984, provides information
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important safety instructions d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally 30. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used. by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating 31. This product is covered by one or more of the following instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls U.S. patents: 5,060,220 5,457,669 5,561,649 5,705,762 6,043,912 may result in damage and will often require 6,438,099
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply from that to which the receiver is connected. with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician of the FCC Rules. for help and for additional suggestions. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection The user may find the following booklet prepared by the against harmful interference in a residential installation. Federal Communications Commission h
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important information on use BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This camcorder records video in MPEG2 format in the DISC Record mode, H.264 format in the Card Video Record mode (SC-DX205 only) and at Standard Resolution (SD-VIDEO). • Please note that this DVD camcorder is not compatible with other digital video. • Before recording important video, make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. • The recorded contents cannot be com
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• Illustrations of model SC-DX205 are used in this user manual. • The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen. • Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice. • The following terms are used in this manual: - ‘Scene’ refers to one video unit from the point you press Record Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. - The terms ‘photo’ and ‘stil
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SAND precautions when using The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. Unplug from the power supply. Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. CAUTION Do not disassemble the This precaution must be kept. Means that there is a product. potential risk for personal injury or material damage. WARNING Using the camcorder at Do not allow water or me
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Do not use the AC adaptor if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Do not connect the AC adaptor unless Do not use the AC adapter if it has Doing so may cause fire or electric the plug can be fully inserted with no Do not dispose of the battery pack in a damaged, split or broken cords or Do not connect the AC adapter unless wires. Doing so may cause fire or the plug can be fully inserted with no electric shock. shock. part of the blades exposed. fire as it may explode. part of th
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precautions when using CAUTION Do not press the surface of the LCD with Do not drop or expose the camcorder, force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. If battery pack, AC adaptor or other Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not you push the LCD surface, unevenness in accessories to severe vibrations or impact. supplied) in a place where it is subject to display may occur. This may cause a malfunction or injury. severe vibrations or impact. Do not use the camcorder near direct Do not
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Do not expose the camcorder to a sudden change in temperature or to excess humidity. Do not wipe the camcorder body with There is also a risk of defect or electric shock Do not place the camcorder with the open benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could when using outdoors during lightning storms. LCD screen down. peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The viewfinder Do not use the camcorder near TV or Do not leave th
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contents GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVD DISC MODE: EDITING VIDEO 48 CAMCORDER 14 Deleting images 48 Dividing a file 49 What is included with your DVD camcorder 14 Playlist 51 Parts identification 15 DISC MODE: DISC MANAGEMENT 55 PREPARATION 18 Disc finalize 55 Remote control (SC-DX205 only) 18 Playing back finalized disc directly 56 Installing the button-type battery (SC-DX205 only) 19 Disc unfinalize 57 Holding the DVD camcorder 19 Disc format 58 Charging the battery pack 20 Disc information 58 Basic
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Installing CyberLink MediaShow4 CARD MODE: FILE MANAGEMENT (For Windows only) 109 (SC-DX205 ONLY) 68 Connecting the USB cable 111 Protection from accidental erasure 68 Viewing the contents of storage media 112 Deleting images 69 Transferring videos(or photos) to your computer 114 Playing back your recordings on Windows 114 USING THE MENU ITEMS 70 Handling menus 70 USING WITH MACINTOSH COMPUTER Menu items 72 (SC-DX205 ONLY) 116 Recording menu items 74 System requirements 116 Playback menu ite
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quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. RECORDING VIDEOS ON A DVD DISC YOU CAN RECORD VIDEOS ON A DVD DISC. Videos are recorded in MPEG2 format and are suitable for viewing on most DVD players or computers with DVD drives. STEP1: Selecting a suitable DVD disc Your camcorder uses only the following three types of 3 1/2 inch (8cm) mini DVD discs; DVD-R, DVD-R DL, and DVD-RW. See below to
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SELECT A DISC THAT BEST SUITS YOUR NEEDS. Do you want to delete or edit videos on the DVD camcorder? YES NO Do you want to reuse the disc after formatting? YES NO When recording for a long time DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R DL DVD-R VR VIDEO Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder. Photos cannot be recorded on a DVD disc. English _05
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quick start guide STEP2: Recording videos on a disc ( ) BEFORE RECORDING ���� � ��� EASY Insert a disc page 38 Turn on the camcorder Set the Storage mode to page 26 DISC (SC-DX205 only) page 26 TO RECORD VIDEOS 1. Press the MODE button to select the Record ( ) mode. 2. Aim the camcorder at the subject. - Make sure the Lens open/close switch is open ( ). 3. Press the Recording Start/Stop button to record. - While recording, the elapsed recording time and [ ] are displayed on the LCD
