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Samsung SCA85 | Instruction Booklet - Page 1
ENGLISH] Video Camcorder 8ram SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85 [] SCA30/A33/A35 Hi[] SCAS0/A85 AF Auto Focus CC O Charge Coupled Device Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Ig
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15 • OSD (On Screen Display) ...16 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder 18 Remote Control ...19 • Self Timer Recording ...19 Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap 20 Lithium Battery Installation ...20 Connecting the Power Source ...21 • To use the AC Power Adaptor and DC Cable 21 • To
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for SCA3O) ...41 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...42 Using the VIDEO LIGHT ...43 Lighting Techniques ...44 To Camcorder 48 • Cleaning the Viewfinder ...48 • Cleaning the Video Heads ...48 • Storing the Camcorder 49 Self Diagnosis Display ...50 Moisture Condensation ...50 Troubleshooting
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can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. + The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty. Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary. 1) Do not place the camcorder so that the viewfinder is pointing towards the
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Notices and Safety Instructions ENGLISH I • The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it during operation or after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. It takes 5 minutes (approx.) for the light to cool down. • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
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I ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions + Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting outdoors. + To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ÷ When your camcerder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left set to STANDBY for more than 5
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hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be damaged. Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. ENGLISH I + To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads. When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the
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I ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions iI CAUTION: _,TO REDUCDEO TNHOETRREMiSOKVEOF ECLOECVETRRI(COR I REFSEERRV,TCO,.G BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS I QUALiFiED SERVICE PERSONNEL Z_ To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert. This symbol is
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power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions . G_D CL_ _ _W_R_E_EG_DNG 12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
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and have it checked by a technician before use, 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wail outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
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Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to to the grounding system of the building as dose to the point of cable entry as practical, USER iNSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes
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the I-BLC/BLC function. (see page 41) • Models SCA33/A35/A80/A85 have I-BLC/BLC. • Model SCA3O has BLC. The DSE enables you to give a creative look to your films by adding various special effects.(see page 37) The Program AE enables you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to the type
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Camcorder ENGLISH I 5. Power Switch 2. VIDEO LIGHT 1. Lens 3. Remote sensor 4. MIC 7. Manual Focus Dial Lens (see page 53) 2. VIDEO LIGHT (see page 43) To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. (SCA35/A85 only) 3. Remote sensor (see page 19) (not available on SCA30) 4, MIC - SCA30
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I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder 16. PLAY/STILL 14. E/SEARC_ O/REW 18. FADE 19, TITLE 20. DATE/TIME in PLAYER mode, 16. PLAY/STILL 17. STOP 18. FADE (see page 36) Fade works in CAMERA mode, 19. TITLE (see page 41) TITLE works in CAMERAmode. 20. DATE/TIME (see page 38, 39) DATE/TIME works
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MIC Jack 40, S-VIDEO Out Lens cap 39. Hand strap 26. BATTERY EJECT (see page 22) 27. ZOOM see page 32) Zoom works n CAMERA mode, 28. AUDIONIDEO OUT (see page 45) 29, BATTERY TERMINAL(-) 30. BATTERY TERMINAL(+) 31. Lithium battery compartment (see page 20) 32. Battery pack compartment (see page
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position, b.Battery level (see page 24) oso cA c, Manual Focus (see page 42) indicates that the manual focus is SCA30) e.Program AE (see page 35) Indicates the Program AE mode is working. (_ _,_7 _ ) f. EIS (SCA35/A85 only) (see page 34) Indicates that the EIS is working. 0S g. Video
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH I h. Self record waiting timer (see page 19) Indicates 10 second timer. i. Self record recording timer (see page 19) (30 seconds and END). j. Date (see
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basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1. AC Power Adaptor. (see page 21) 2. DC Cable, (see page 21) 3. Battery Pack. (see page 22) (NC-120 for SCA3O) 4, AudieNideo Cable, (see page 45) (SCA30/A33/A35: monaural SCAS0/A85: stereo) 5, Shoulder strap, (see page 20) 6. Instruction Book
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I (Stop)(see page46) 10. _-I_(Fast Forward) (see page 46) --4 --5 3_ --6 mlO ÷ You must insert or replace these batteries when: - You purchase the camcorder, - The remote control no longer works correctly. ÷ insert two AAbattedes, following the + and - markings, + Be careful not to reverse the
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is removed. + The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts for about 8-10 months under normal operation from time of installation. + When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA. When this occurs, replace
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the Lens Cap is open. (On models SCA35/A85the LensCap opens automaticallywhen you set the power switchto the CAMERA position). d.Make sure that the image appears in the viewfinder. Note: If the adaptor is used next to a TV or the camcorder, it may cause the TV or camcorder to emit noise-move the
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that the Lens Cap is open. (On models SCA35/A85 the Lens Cap opens automatically when you set the power switch to the CAMERAposition) d, Make sure that the image appears in the viewfinder, • Removal of the Battery Pack 1, Carefully supporting the battery pack, slide the BATT,EJECT button in the
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stop discharging, remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor and attach it again to AC power adaptor. The charge function min, 130 rain, 160 min. 240 min, The battery pack supplied with the camcorder may be different depending on model number, region and retailer. (NC-120 for SCA3O, NH-180
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As the environmental temperatures and conditions are different when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time is not the same as the continuous recording time in the instructions, A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not
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Preparing + There are several cassette types, depending on the: - Color system used. - Recording/playback time. - HiS/8mm (SCA80/A85: Hi8). + Check that the battery pack is in place. 1. Push the EJECT button. - The compartment opens automatically. - Insert the cassette with the transparent window
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power source.,?(Battery Pack or DC Cable) (see pages 21, 22) • Did you set the POWER switch to the CAMERA LENS CAP? (SCA30/A33/A80) • The Lens Cap is opened automaticallywhen you tum the Power switch to CAMERAposition camcorder will play back in reverse for 3 seconds and return to
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. + If you're using model(s) SCA3O/A33/A80, fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it on the hand strap. (refer to figure) 1.Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap. (see page 20) 2.Place your right elbow against your side. &Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure not
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the playback picture on the viewfinder. + Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. While pressing the small red button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER position. 2. insert a tape you also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 45) A 1
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thissetting by using a small screwdriver to adjust the screw on the inner side of the VIEWFINDER. If you experience problems adjusting the brightness, contact your local service center. • Press I,,,11(PLAY/STILL) button during playback. • To resume playback, press the IHI (PLAY/STILL) button again
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when you are not recording. Note: If you press the START/STOP or MENU/ENTER button, the DEMO mode is turned off. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 2. Press the MENU/ENTER button. 3. Rotate the MENU Dial so as to place the cursor over DEMO ON/OFE 4. Press the
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DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 33. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 2. Press the MENU/ENTER button in PLAYER mode only. + This function enables you to select the audio output of your camcorder according to your TV system. - If you have a TV with stereo audio, set the
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I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording + Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. + Zooming is a recording technique that much zooming in and out tends to Lookunprofessional during playback and reduces the usage time of the battery pack. 1. Move the zoom lever a little for a gradual zoom, move it further for a
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Advanced Recording ENGLISH I ÷ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only, ÷ Zooms more than 22x (SCA30/A33: 16x) are performed digitally, + ]G_i_iiM!__I_ MOVE ; MENU DIAL SELECT¸ MENU BUTTON ""r_ 44° n f, Set the camcorder to CAMERAmode, (see page 21) 2. Make sure that the DIGITAL ZOOM feature is set to on
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] Advanced Recording The EIS function works in CAMERA mode only. The handshake compensation function, called Recording and walking at the same time • Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (See page 21) 2. Make sure that the EIS function is set to on. (see
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The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ÷ The PROGRAM AE modes enable you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to the f/1O,000 second. • You may need to light the shooting area. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 2. Press the MENU/ENTER button. 3. Rotate the MENU Dial
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I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording + The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ÷ To give a professional look to your films, you can use a few special effects, such as fading in and out at beginning or end
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button. 7. If you want to finish the DSE SELECT, • Rotate MENU Dia to place the cursor over EXI]_ • Press the MENU/ENTER button, 1. Set the camcorder to STANDBY in CAMERAmode. (see page 21) 2. Press the START/STOP button. • Recording will start. 3, Press the DSE button during recording to record an
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viewfinder. + Setting a date/time works in STANDBY of CAMERA mode only. 1, Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY, (see page 20) The LITHIUM BATTERY is needed to maintain the clock. (see page 22) 2, Set the camcorder to STANDBY in CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 3. Press the MENU/ENTER
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sure that you have set the DATE/TIME. (see page 38) 2. Set the camcorder to STANDBY in CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 3. Press the DATE/TIME button. • To record date and time settings are not maintained in camcorder, it means the installed LITHIUM BATTERY is discharged. (see page 20) • You cannot conceal
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only. ÷ The factory default language is ENGLISH, You can change the language, 1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY. (see page 20) 2. Set the camcorder to STANDBY in CAMERA mode, (see page 21) 3. Press the MENU/ENTER button, • The MENU OSD is displayed. • Rotate the MENU Dial so
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ITHDAY 1 1. Make sure that you have selected a TITLE. I 2. Set the camcorder to STANDBYin CAMERAmode. (see page 21) I _ 3. Press the T TLE camcerder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 2. Press the I-BLC/BLC(BLC for SCA30) button. • Normal - I-BLC - BLC - Normal • Normal - BLC - Normal (SCA30) • I-
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results by adjusting the focus manually. a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others further away. b. right and left-hand parts of the picture. f. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or crowd. 1, Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode, (see page
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time. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for bulb replacement. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERAmode. 2. Press the VIDEO LIGHT button. • The LIGHT display (_._D.)appears in the monitor, and the I_gntis turned on. 3. If
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1,000 500 to 700 650 400 to 500 300 Video light recommended. 150 to 200 15 to 30 Video light 10 to 15 required. 1. Eject a tape you POWER switch to OFR • The LENS cover automatically closes when the camcorder turns OFF. (SCA35/A85) 4. Close the LENS cover. (SCA30/A33/A80) 5. Remove the BATTERY
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power adaptor for the power source of the camcorder. ÷ Use the AudioNideo cable supplied with your camcorder. • The yellow plug: Video • The white plug: Audio(L) • The red plug: Audio(R) (STEREO only) (SCA30 to your VCR or television instruction book.) Notes: • SCA30/A33/A35 feature a monaural
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the TVNIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV. 2. Connect a power source (battery or AC power adaptor) to the camcorder. Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. 3, Insert and system (HiS/8mm) are selected automatically, depending on the tape format. • SCA80/A85 can play back both Hi8 and 8mm. - Press I,..11
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Fast Forward or Rewind to O:00:O0on the TAPE COUNTER automatically. 1,Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. • Make sure that STOP is displayed. 2.Press the the tape again, press Z,RTN button when playback is stopped, 1,Set the camcorder to STOP in PLAYER mode. 2.Press the MENU/ENTER button, 3.Rotate MENU
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tape. 1. Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. 2. Insert a cleaning tape. 3. Press the I,,,11(PLAY/STILL) button. 4. Press the • (STOP) button after about 30 seconds. Check the quality of the picture using a video cassette. If it is still poor, repeat the operation. If the problem continues, contact your
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using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. • You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within or copy it to a video cassette recorder, the television or VCR must be NTSC-compatible and have the appropriate audio/video jacks. Otherwise, you
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I ENGLISH] Troubleshooting + Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks. They to OFF. 3, Detachthe battery. 4. Reattachthe battery, * If repeatedcontact localservice. moisturecondensation has formedin the camcorder, see below. + If the camcorder is brought directly from
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to troubleshoot the problem. + If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: • The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder. • Your warranty, if applicable. ÷ Then contact your nearest authorized service centen Youcannot switch the camcorder on
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Troubleshooting Expl_nati0n/Soi A vertical strip appears when you shoot a bright subject against a dark background (candleflame,for example) * The contrast between the subject and the background is too great for the camcorder or Rewind buttons. * Set the POWER switch to PLAYER, * You have
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time Image device Optical zoom ratio Focal length: f F Filter diameter Focus system Macro Min. illumination Video: 2 rotary heads helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system (SCA8O/A85: FM stereo) NTSC color, EIAstandard SCA30/A33/A35:8 mm SCA80/A85:Hi8 or 8 mm SP: approx. 14.345 mm/sec Record
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AUTO MODE 35 AUTO POWER OFF 26 i! ! ! i BATTERY 22 BATTERY EJECT 22 BATTERY LEVEL 24 BATTERY PACK 22 BLC 41 BRIGHTNESS 29 CAMERA 21 CASSETTE 25 CASSETTE 53 LENS CAP 27 LIGHTING 43 LITHIUM BATTERY 20 LOCK 21 MACRO 12, 32 MAINTAINING 48 MAKE-UP 37 MENU 30 MF
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STOP 26 NTSC 49 POWER SWITCH 28 PROGRAM AE 35 RECORDING 26 RECORDING TIME 23 REFRESH 23 REMOTE CONTROL 19 REW (REWIND 46 TAPE COUNTER 47 TAPE EJECT 25 TAPE END 50 TIME 38, 39 TITLE 40 TROUBLESHOOTING 51, 52 TV MONITOR 45 USABLE CASSETTE 53 VIDEO 45 VIDEO
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SAMSUNG LIMITEDWARRANTY SAMSUNG Parts 1 year On carry-in models, transportation to and from the service center is the customer's responsibility. The original dated sales this warranty. Customer adjustments which are explained in the instruction manua! are not covered under the terms of this warranty
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THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park N.J 07660-0511 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics'lnternetHome Page http://vct,cw.sosimple,com AD68-00012C