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Samsung SCL540 User Manual

Samsung SCL540
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Video Camcorder
8mm
COLOR LCD
S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0 / L 5 5 0 ( N T S C )
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read
this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
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S C L 5 2 0 / L 5 3 0 / L 5 4 0
S C L 5 5 0
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ENGLISH

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Samsung SCL540 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSCL540
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

OSD (On Screen Display) Indicators

Zoom Position Indicator

Indicates zoom position on the screen display.

DIS Indicator

Indicates if Digital Image Stabilizer is activated.

Battery Level Indicator

Shows the remaining power in the battery pack.

Manual Focus Indicator

Shows when manual focus is activated.

I-BLC/BLC Indicator

Indicates if I-BLC or BLC function is active.

Program AE Indicator

Shows when Program AE mode is active.

Self Record Timer

Indicates recording timer (30s or END).

Date Indicator

Shows the date of the recording.

DEW Condensation Monitor

Monitors moisture condensation inside the camcorder.

Digital Zoom Indicator

Shows when digital zoom is activated.

Playback Speed

Shows playback speed in PLAYER mode.

Remote Control Operations

Button Descriptions

Explains the function of each button on the remote.

Battery Installation

Instructions for installing or replacing remote control batteries.

Self Timer Recording

How to use the remote's self-timer for automatic recording.

Stable Image Recording Tips

Recording with LCD Monitor

Tips for stable recording using the LCD monitor.

Recording with Viewfinder

Tips for stable recording using the viewfinder.

Focus Modes (MF/AF)

Auto Focusing

Explains automatic focus mode.

Manual Focusing

Situations where manual focus is recommended.

Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes

AUTO Mode

Balances subject/background, normal conditions.

SPORTS Mode

For fast-moving subjects, allows slow-motion playback.

PORTRAIT Mode

Focuses on subject with blurred background, outdoors best.

SPOTLIGHT Mode

Records subjects with light only, not background.

SAND/SNOW Mode

For subjects darker than background due to reflection.

HSS (High Speed Shutter) Mode

For fast-moving subjects, select shutter speed.

DSE (Digital Special Effect) Modes

Make-up Effect

Colors image red, yellow, green, or blue.

Emboss Effect

Gives the image a 3D effect.

Wide (16:9) Display

Provides a widescreen 16:9 television display.

Cinema Effect

Adds upper/lower screen portions for movie-like effect.

Negative Effect

Records images by reflecting original colors.

Mirror Effect

Cuts image in half with a mirror effect.

Mosaic Effect

Gives the image a checkered design.

Black & White Effect

Records images in black and white.

Sepia Effect

Gives the image a sepia tone.

Ghost Effect

Creates a dragging effect on the image.

Strobe Effect

Inserts a cutting effect with 30 fields.

LSS (Low Speed Shutter)

Records with more brightness in dark areas.

Date and Time Settings

Setting Date/Time

Steps to set the camcorder's date and time.

Recording Date/Time

How to record the set date/time onto tapes.

Title Operations

Selecting Title Language

How to select the language for titles.

Setting a Title

How to select preset titles from memory.

Recording a Title

How to record selected titles with video.

Fade In and Out Effects

Starting Recording with Fade

How to start recording with a fade-in effect.

Stopping Recording with Fade

How to stop recording with a fade-out effect.

White Balance Settings

Setting White Balance Mode

How to select AUTO, INDOOR, or OUTDOOR mode.

Viewing Recorded Tapes

Watching on LCD

Recommended for outdoor viewing of recorded tapes.

Watching on TV Monitor

Recommended for indoor viewing of recorded tapes.

Connecting to TV (A/V Input)

Connects camcorder to TV with A/V input jacks.

Connecting to TV (No A/V Input)

Connects camcorder to TV via VCR if no A/V jacks.

Player Mode Functions

Viewing Still Pictures

Pauses playback to view a still image.

Locating Scenes (Picture Search)

Searches for scenes by fast forwarding or rewinding.

Camcorder Cleaning

Cleaning the Viewfinder

Instructions for cleaning the viewfinder eyecup and screen.

Cleaning the LCD Panel

How to gently wipe and clean the LCD monitor.

Using Camcorder Abroad

Power Source Compatibility

Information on voltage compatibility for international use.

Color System Compatibility

Details PAL vs NTSC compatibility for viewing and copying.

Troubleshooting Guide

Self Diagnosis Display

Interprets error codes and blinking indicators.

Technical Specifications

Samsung Limited Warranty

Warranty Exclusions

Details items not covered by the warranty.

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