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Samsung SCA30 Specification

Samsung SCA30 Specification

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Video Camcorder
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SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85
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SCA30/A33/A35
Hi[] SCAS0/A85
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Auto Focus
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Charge Coupled Device
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read
this instruction book thoroughly, and
retain it for future reference.
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  • Page 1 ENGLISH] Video Camcorder 8ram SCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85 SCA30/A33/A35 Hi[] SCAS0/A85 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.
  • Page 2 I ENGLISH] Contents Features ......................Descriptions • FrontView ............................ 43 • Side View • Rear View ........................• 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 ..................
  • Page 3 ENGLISH I Contents (continued) Setting a Function in CAMERAmode ....................30 Zooming In and Out ........................... 32 Digital Zoom ............................33 EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ....................... 34 Program AE (Automatic Exposure) ....................35 Fade In and Out ..........................36 Creative DSE (Digital Special Effects) ....................37 Settin_ and Recording a DATE/TIME ....................
  • Page 4 I ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions + Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this 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.

  • Page 5: Features

    The video light will be hot. Please allow time for it to cool down. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs. *DANGER- NOTTO BE HANDLEDBYCHILDREN.
  • Page 6 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 minutes without operation, it will automatically turn off to protect against unexpected battery discharge.
  • Page 7 ENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions ÷ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better shooting. (see page 20) ÷ Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly, the buckle may be damaged. Note: Do not carry the camcorder by the handstrap only. + To ensure normal recording and clear picture, clean the video heads.
  • Page 8 I ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions 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. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF ELECTRIC...
  • Page 9 ENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions 9.VENTILATION: 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNAGROUNDING: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for If an outside antenna or cable system is connected ventilation to ensure reliable operation of to the CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating, system is grounded to provide some protection These openings must not be blocked or covered,...
  • Page 10 I ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wail outlet and a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and refer servicing to qualified service personnel unused for long periods of time, unplug it from under the following conditions: the wail outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable...
  • Page 11 ENGLISH I Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to cal_ 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 shal; be connected to the grounding system of the building as dose to the point of cable entry as practical, USER iNSTALLER CAUTION:...
  • Page 12 I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Your camcorder has many features for recording and playback. • I-BLC: Intelligent Back Light Compensation. When you shoot a subject with the Lightsource behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the I-BLC/BLC function. (see page 41) •...
  • Page 13 Use when ejecting the tape, 3. Remote sensor (see page 19) 10. Viewfinder (see page 27) (not available on SCA30) SCA33/A35/AS0/A85 is color, SCA30 is black & white, 4, MIC - SCA30/A33/A35: Monaural 11. DISPLAY (see page 16) - SCAS0/A85: Stereo Use to turn the OSD on or off.
  • Page 14 I ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder 16. PLAY/STILL 15. E/SEARCH _ F,F 17, STOP 14. E/SEARC_ O/REW 24. START/STOP 23. LOCK/STANDBY 18. FADE 19, TITLE 22. DSE 25. MENU Dial 20. DATE/TIME 21. MENU/ENTER 21. MENU/ENTER (see page 30) 14.
  • Page 15 37. External MIC Jack (see page 53) (see page 45) 38. Lens cap (see page 27) 29, BATTERY TERMINAL(-) (SCA30/A33/A80 only) 30. BATTERY TERMINAL(+) 39. Hand strap (see page 20) 31. Lithium battery compartment 40. S-VIDEO OUT (see page 45)
  • Page 16 Auto Focus is not displayed. d,I-BLC/BLC (see page 41) Indicates the I-BLC/BLC is working. (BLC for 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.
  • Page 17 ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder 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 page 38, 39) Indicates the date you are recording. k.

  • Page 18: Remote Control

    8, S-VIDEO cable, (SCAS0/A85 only) 9. Cassette. (see page 25) 10. Carrying Case. 11. Remote Control. (see page 19) AC3_200_Z AD69_0_IA (not available on SCA30) 12, Battery for Remote Control. (see page 19) _1. Remote Cont¢ol 2. Two R6 AA_lt_erles...
  • Page 19 ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your Camcorder START/STOP (see page 26) SELF TIMER STILL(see page 46) WIDE (see page 32) TELE (see page 32) DISPLAY (see page 16) I_ (Play) (see page46) ,*4 (Rewind) (see page 46) I (Stop)(see page46) 10.
  • Page 20 I ENGLISH] Preparing ÷ It is very important to adjust the hand strap for better shooting, ÷ The hand strap enables you to: - Hold the camcorder in a stable comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and red Record buttons w thout hav ng to change the post on of your hand, •...

  • Page 21: Using The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH I Preparing There are two ways to connect a power source. - Using the AC power adaptor and DC Cable: used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall socket type may be different from one country to another.

  • Page 22: Refresh

    I ENGLISH] Preparing + Amount of continuous recording time depends on: - Which model of battery pack you are using. - How much you use the Zoom function, tt is, therefore, recommended that you have several available, • Charging the Battery Pack Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.
  • Page 23 ENGLISH I Preparing ÷ The first charging after purchase of the battery pack. ÷ When you charge a battery pack which has not been fully discharged. ÷ When the battery pack is not used for a long period of time. When this occurs, the REFRESH (discharge) function should be used to increase the capacity of the battery pack.

  • Page 24: Battery Level Display

    I ENGLISH] Preparing ÷ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack, 1. Fullycharged ....2. 10% consumed ....2 3, 40% consumed 4, 80% consumed /_i_ ....3 (prepare a charged one) 5. 95% consumed ....4 (change the battery) 6.
  • Page 25 ENGLISH I 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 toward the outside and the protection tab toward the top.
  • Page 26 • Make sure that STBY is displayed in the OSD (if the red tab of the cassette is opened. STBY will not be displayed) • Did you open the LENS CAP? (SCA30/A33/A80) • The Lens Cap is opened automaticallywhen you tum the Power switch to CAMERAposition (SCA35/A85only).
  • Page 27 ENGLISH I Basic Recording + While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. + 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.
  • Page 28 I ENGLISH] Basic Recording ÷ You can monitor 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.
  • Page 29 ENGLISH I Basic Recording Turn the focus ring until the indicators displayed on the VIEWFINDER screen come into sharp focus. The VIEWFINDER brightness has been factory set. You can, however,alter thissetting by using a small screwdriver to adjust the screw on the inner side of the VIEWFINDER.
  • Page 30 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording + You can set the EIS ON/OFF, DEMO ON/OFF, DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF, PROGRAM AE, DSE, TITLE and CLOCK in CAMERA mode. + The EIS feature is explained on page 34. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21) 2.
  • Page 31 ENGLISH I Advanced Recording + The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 33. 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 DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF. 4.
  • Page 32 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording + Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. + Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of subject in the scene. For more professional looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. ÷ You can also select one of two zoom speeds according to your requirements: •...
  • Page 33 Recording ÷ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only, ÷ Zooms more than 22x (SCA30/A33: 16x) are performed digitally, + The picture quality deteriorates as you go toward the "T" side. ÷ We recommend that you use the EIS (SCA35/A85) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability.
  • Page 34 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording The EIS function works in CAMERA mode only. The handshake compensation function, called EIS (Electronic image stabilizer) compensates for any slight shaking (within reasonable limits), It provides more stable pictures when: • Recording in the Zoom In mode •...
  • Page 35 ENGLISH I Advanced Recording ÷ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ÷ The PROGRAM AE modes enable you to adapt the shutter speed and aperture to the type of scene to be shot. They give you creative control over the depth of field. There are 6 automatic exposure modes.
  • Page 36 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 of a sequence. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.
  • Page 37 ENGLISH I Advanced Recording ÷ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recordings by adding various special effects, ÷ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of scene that you wish to shoot and the effect that you wish to give.
  • Page 38 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording Setting and recording the date/time feature works in CAMERAmode only. You can record the date/time on the tapes that you make, so that when you view the tape at a later date, you will be reminded of when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed in the viewfinder.
  • Page 39 ENGLISH I Advanced Recording 7. Press the MENU/ENTER button when the correct month is set. • The day flashes. • Rotate the MENU Dial to change the day setting. 8. Enter the hour and minute in the same way. 9. To finish Date/Time setting, press the MENU/ENTER button after setting the minute.
  • Page 40 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording + Selecting and recording a TITLE works in CAMERA mode only. ÷ The TITLE generation feature enables you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder's memory, + You can also select the language of the titles. ÷...
  • Page 41 - The subject is against a snowy background. 1. Set the 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) •...
  • Page 42 I ENGLISH] Advanced Recording The MF/AF function works in CAMERA mode only, ÷ In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. Manual focusing is made necessary by certain conditions, for which automatic focusing is inadequate.
  • Page 43 • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it can remain extremely hot for some 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. 0;00:00 2.
  • Page 44 2. If you want to protect accidental erasure of a tape you have recorded, push the red tab on the cassette. 3. Set the 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 PACK from the camcorder.
  • Page 45 VCR on the television. (Refer to your VCR or television instruction book.) Notes: • SCA30/A33/A35 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR features a stereo audio system, connect the audio cable to input "L" of your TV or VCR.
  • Page 46 I ENGLISH] Playing back a Tape 1. Use 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 a tape you want to see, •...
  • Page 47 ENGLISH I Playing back a Tape + The ZERO RETURN function works in STOP of PLAYER mode. ÷ You can 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 ZERO RETURN button.
  • Page 48 I ENGLISH] Maintenance • Releasing the Eyecup 1. While sliding the RELEASE knob, turn the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and pull it out. 2. Clean the eyecup and viewfinder screen with a soft cloth and a cotton tipped stick or a blower.
  • Page 49 ENGLISH I Maintenance 1. You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder when storing. 2. Keep the camcorder in a ventilated, dry and warm place. 3. Do not keep the camcorder in a place where the temperature varies greatly, such as in a car. 4.
  • Page 50 I ENGLISH] Troubleshooting + Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. the batterypackis almost Changeto a charged slow discharged one. the batterypackis fully Changeto a charged fast discharged, battery.
  • Page 51 ENGLISH I Troubleshooting + If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table 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. •...
  • Page 52 I ENGLISH] Troubleshooting Expl_nati0n/Soi A vertical strip appears * The contrast between the subject and the background is too when you shoot a great for the camcorder to operate oormaIly, bright subject against a Make the background bright to reduce dark background the contrast or use the I-BLC/BLC function while (candleflame,for example)
  • Page 53 SCA35:4,2 W SCA8O: 4.7 W SCA85:4.8 W Built-in mic Condenser mic, omnFdirectional Operatingtemperature 0°C to 46°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (W*H*D) SCA35/A80/A85 : 1052.104,5.210 (41,6.41.1-82.7 inch) SCA3O/A33 : 105,7.164.5-261 (41.6.41,1.79,1 inch) Weight SCAg5/AS0/A85:760 g (1.672 Ibs) SCA30/A33: 746g (1.628 Ibs)
  • Page 54 I ENGLISH] Index ABROAD ............E/SEARCH ............AC POWER ADAPTOR ........EIS ..............ADJUSTING ............EJECT ............... AF ..............EMBOSS ............AUDIO ............... ENTER .............. AUTO FOCUSING ..........EXIT ..............AUTO MODE ............ EXTERNALMIC ..........AUTO POWER OFF ......... EYECUP ............BATTERY ............

  • Page 55: Picture Search

    ENGLISH I Index MOISTURE ..........5, 50 SPECIFICATIONS ..........MONAURALAUDIO ......... SPORTS MODE ..........MOSAIC ............SPOTLIGHT MODE ......... STANDBY ............START/STOP ........... ND FILTER ............STILL ............... NEG. -..............STOP ............... NTSC ..............SYSTEM ............OPERATION MODE ......... TAPE COUNTER ..........
  • Page 56 I ENGLISH] Warranty SAMSUNG LIMITEDWARRANTY SAMSUNG ElectronicsAmerica Inc,(SEA), warrantsthat this product is free from defective material andworkmanship. SEAfurther warrants thatif productfails to operate properly within the specifiedwarranty periodand the failure is due to improperworkmanship or defective material, SEAwill repairor replacethe product at it's option, All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEAauthorizedservice center.The name and address...
  • Page 57 THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED 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://vc, tcw.sosimple,com AD68-00012C...

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