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Video Camcorder
8mm
COLOR LCD
SCL901/L906/L907
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SCL901/L906/L907
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this instruction
book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
US PATENT 4415844
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Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot and fully insert.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the CAMCORDER is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS:
All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:
All operating and maintenance instructions should be
followed.
5. CLEANING:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before
cleaning.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.
6. ATTACHMENTS:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be
hazardous.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of fire or electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this product.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE:
Do not use this CAMCORDER near water;
for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or lake.
8. ACCESSORIES:
Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table. The CAMCORDER may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
unit.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with
care.
Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
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9. VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place
your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions
have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the label.
If you are not sure of the type of 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.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a
polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a
plug having a third (grounding) pin.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
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12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs,
convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the unit.
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,
provides information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
See figure below.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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14. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a
lightning storm when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out a part that could result in a fire or
electric shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER.
Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by
a technician before use.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall 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 objects have
fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions, adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its
normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the
original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
18. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
21. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in
safe operating order.
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22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
23. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug
adapter should be use.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building as close 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 or modifications not expressly
approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15
FCC rules.
NOTE:
“Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN
MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE
OR FEDERAL LAWS”
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Contents
Notices and Safety Instructions
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Features.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Descriptions
I Front View/Side View/Rear View...............................................................................................................................................................9, 10, 11
I OSD (On Screen Display) ..................................................................................................................................................................................12
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder..................................................................................................................................................................14
Remote Control (SCL906/L907 only) ..........................................................................................................................................................................15
I Self Timer Recording...........................................................................................................................................................................................15
Preparing
Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap ............................................................................................................................................................16
Attaching the Lens Cover ............................................................................................................................................................................................17
Lithium Battery Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................................17
Connecting the Power Source.....................................................................................................................................................................................18
I To use the AC Power Adapter .............................................................................................................................................................................18
I To use the Battery Pack ......................................................................................................................................................................................19
Using the Battery Pack................................................................................................................................................................................................20
I Continuous Recording time table ........................................................................................................................................................................20
I Battery Level Display...........................................................................................................................................................................................21
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ..............................................................................................................................................................................22
Basic Recording
Making your First Recording .......................................................................................................................................................................................23
Hints for Stable Image Recording ..............................................................................................................................................................................25
I Recording with LCD Screen................................................................................................................................................................................25
I Recording with Viewfinder...................................................................................................................................................................................25
Adjusting the LCD........................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Adjusting Focus of the VIEWFINDER .........................................................................................................................................................................27
Playing back a tape on the LCD .................................................................................................................................................................................28
I Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ..........................................................................................................................................................................29
I Controlling the Sound from the Speaker.............................................................................................................................................................29
I Viewing a Still Picture..........................................................................................................................................................................................29
I Picture Search.....................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Advanced Recording
Zooming In and Out.....................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................................................................................................................31
EASY mode (for Beginners) ........................................................................................................................................................................................33
CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings......................................................................................................................................34
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, SCL906/L907 only).......................................................................................................................................................35
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ............................................................................................................................................................................36
BLC..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
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Program AE (Automatic Exposure) .............................................................................................................................................................................38
DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode.........................................................................................................................................................40
Setting and Recording DATE/TIME.............................................................................................................................................................................42
Selecting and Recording a Title...................................................................................................................................................................................44
Fade In and Out ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................46
Snap Shot (SCL906/L907 only)...................................................................................................................................................................................47
White Balance .............................................................................................................................................................................................................48
Selecting OSD Language............................................................................................................................................................................................49
Demonstration .............................................................................................................................................................................................................50
Setting the Date/Title Color .........................................................................................................................................................................................51
Lighting Techniques.....................................................................................................................................................................................................52
Playing back a Tape
To watch with LCD ......................................................................................................................................................................................................53
To watch with TV ........................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Various Functions in PLAYER mode ...........................................................................................................................................................................55
Adjusting the LCD........................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Setting the Speaker ON/OFF ......................................................................................................................................................................................56
DSE in PLAYER mode ................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Multi Playback (Using a PAL60 System).....................................................................................................................................................................57
USB interface (SCL907 only)
Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection............................................................................................................................................58
Installing USB Media 2.0 Program ..............................................................................................................................................................................59
Maintenance
Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder ...............................................................................................................................................62
I Cleaning the Viewfinder ......................................................................................................................................................................62
I Cleaning the LCD Panel.......................................................................................................................................................................62
I Cleaning the Video Heads ..................................................................................................................................................................62
I Storing the Camcorder .........................................................................................................................................................................62
Using Your Camcorder Abroad....................................................................................................................................................................63
Troubleshooting
Self Diagnosis Display ................................................................................................................................................................................64
Checking ......................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Moisture Condensation ................................................................................................................................................................................67
Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................68
Index........................................................................................................................................................................69
Warranty(SEAUsers Only)...................................................................................................................................71
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Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen
Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated.
Unintended rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.
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2)
3)
90°
4)
5)
90°
90°
90°
1) LCD screen closed.
2) Standard recording by using the LCD screen.
3) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the top.
4) Making a recording by looking at the LCD screen from the front.
5) Making a recording with the LCD screen closed.
Notices regarding the LENS
Do not let the LENS point toward the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device).
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