Samsung SCA33 Operations Instructions

ENGLISH]Video Camcorder8ramSCA30/A33/A35/A80/A85[] SCA30/A33/A35Hi[] SCAS0/A85AF Auto FocusCC OCharge Coupled DeviceOwner's Instruction BookBefor

I ENGLISH]Notices and Safety Instructions14. LIGHTNING:For added protection of this CAMCORDER duringa lightning storm or when it is left unattended an

Notices and Safety InstructionsNOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:This reminder is provided to cal_ the CATV systeminstaller's attention to Article 82

I ENGLISH]Getting to Know Your CamcorderYour camcorder has many features for recording and playback.• I-BLC: Intelligent Back Light Compensation.When

Getting to Know Your CamcorderENGLISH I5. Power Switch2. VIDEO LIGHT1. Lens3. Remote sensor4. MIC7. Manual Focus DialLens (see page 53)2. VIDEO LIGHT

I ENGLISH]Getting to Know Your Camcorder16. PLAY/STILL14. E/SEARC_ O/REW18. FADE19, TITLE20. DATE/TIME15. E/SEARCH _ F,F17, STOP24. START/STOP23. LOCK

Getting to Know Your CamcorderENGLISH I27, Zoom 28. AudioNideo Out26. Battery Eject33, Hooks forshoulder strap32, Battery packcompartment31, Lithium b

I ENGLISH]Getting to Know Your Camcorder÷ The OSD on/off is switched by the DISPLAY button.÷ The title and date/time functions can continue to functio

Getting to Know Your Camcorderh. Self record waiting timer (see page 19)Indicates 10 second timer.i. Self record recording timer (see page 19)(30 seco

I ENGLISH]Getting to Know Your CamcorderMake sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1. AC Power Adaptor. (see page

Getting to Know Your CamcorderENGLISH I1. START/STOP (see page 26)2. SELF TIMER3, STILL(see page 46)4. WIDE (see page 32)5, TELE (see page 32)6, DISPL

I ENGLISH]ContentsFeatures ... 12Descriptions

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 stabl

PreparingENGLISH I+ There are two ways to connect a power source.- Using the AC power adaptor and DC Cable: used for indoor recording.- Using the Batt

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,t

PreparingENGLISH I÷ The first charging after purchase of the battery pack.÷ When you charge a battery pack which has not been fully discharged.÷ When

I ENGLISH]Preparing÷ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack,1. Fullycharged2. 10% consumed3, 40% consum

PreparingENGLISH I+ There are several cassette types, depending on the:- Color system used.- Recording/playback time.- HiS/8mm (SCA80/A85: Hi8).+ Chec

I ENGLISH]Basic RecordingMake sure that you make these preparations.• Did you connect a power source.,?(Battery Pack or DC Cable) (see pages 21, 22)•

Basic RecordingENGLISH I+ While recording, it is very important to hold thecamcorder correctly.+ If you're using model(s) SCA3O/A33/A80,fix the L

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

Basic RecordingENGLISH ITurn the focus ring until the indicators displayedon the VIEWFINDER screen come into sharp focus.The VIEWFINDER brightness has

Contents (continued)ENGLISH ISetting a Function in CAMERAmode ...

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 f

Advanced RecordingENGLISH I+ The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 33.1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. (see page 21)2. Press the MENU/ENTE

I ENGLISH]Advanced Recording+ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only.+ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of subject inthe scene.F

Advanced RecordingENGLISH I÷ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only,÷ Zooms more than 22x (SCA30/A33: 16x) are performed digitally,+ The picture quality deter

I ENGLISH]Advanced RecordingThe EIS function works in CAMERA mode only.The handshake compensation function, called EIS (Electronic image stabilizer)co

Advanced RecordingENGLISH I÷ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only.÷ The PROGRAM AE modes enable you to adapt the shutter speed and apertu

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 effec

Advanced RecordingENGLISH I÷ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recordings by addingvarious special effects,÷ Select the a

I ENGLISH]Advanced RecordingSetting and recording the date/time feature works in CAMERAmode only.You can record the date/time on the tapes that you ma

Advanced Recording7. Press the MENU/ENTER button when the correctmonth is set.• The day flashes.• Rotate the MENU Dial to change the day setting.8. En

I ENGLISH]Notices and Safety Instructions+ Do not allow any metal objects to touchthe terminals, as this can cause a short circuit anddamage the batte

I ENGLISH]Advanced Recording+ Selecting and recording a TITLE works in CAMERA mode only.÷ The TITLE generation feature enables you to select a preset

ENGLISH IAdvanced Recording6. Rotate the MENU Dial to select the desired item.7. Press the MENU/ENTER button.• The MENU disappears and the title you h

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 i

Advanced RecordingENGLISH I÷ The VIDEO LIGHT works in CAMERAmode only.÷ To brighten the scene when natural lighting istoo dim.• The video light can be

I ENGLISH]Advanced Recording+ When you use your camcorder, there are two main situations.- Youwill be shooting outdoors (Normal recording or use of a

Playing back a Tape÷ To watch a tape you recorded.÷ Playback function works in PLAYER mode only.+ There are two ways to watch a tape;• To watch with v

I ENGLISH]Playing back a Tape1. Use the TVNIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV.2. Connect a power source (battery or AC power adaptor)to the camcor

ENGLISH IPlaying 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 aut

I ENGLISH]Maintenance• Releasing the Eyecup1. While sliding the RELEASE knob,turn the eyecup in the directionof the arrow and pull it out.2. Clean the

MaintenanceENGLISH I1. You must detach the BATTERY PACKfrom the camcorder when storing.2. Keep the camcorder in a ventilated,dry and warm place.3. Do

Notices and Safety InstructionsENGLISH I• The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it during operation or after turning it off,otherwise

I ENGLISH]Troubleshooting+ Before contacting a service center, perform the following simple checks.They may save you the time and expense of an unnece

TroubleshootingENGLISH I+ If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshootthe problem.+ If these instructions

I ENGLISH]TroubleshootingExpl_nati0n/SoiA vertical strip appears * The contrast between the subject and the background is toowhen you shoot a great fo

SpecificationsENGLISH I+ The technical specifications and design may be changed without notice,Recording systemVideo signalUsable cassetteTape speedSp

I ENGLISH]IndexABROAD ... 49 E/SEARCH ...

IndexENGLISH IMOISTURE ... 5, 50 SPECIFICATIONS ... 53MONAURALA

I ENGLISH]WarrantySAMSUNGLIMITEDWARRANTYSAMSUNG ElectronicsAmerica Inc,(SEA), warrantsthat this product is free fromdefectivematerialandworkmanship.SE

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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

Notices and Safety InstructionsENGLISH I÷ It is very important to adjust the hand strapfor better shooting. (see page 20)÷ Do not insert your hand in

I ENGLISH]Notices and Safety InstructionsIiCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF ELECTRIC_, DO NOTREMOVE COVER(ORBACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTSI REFERSERV,C,.

Notices and Safety InstructionsENGLISH I9.VENTILATION:Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation to ensure reliable operation ofthe