Samsung VP-D964Wi Bedienungsanleitung

Owner ’ s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. ENGLISH Digital V ideo Camcorder AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/ D965W(i) Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fir[...]

ENGLISH Contents 2 2 Features ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder...................................................................................... 8 Front & Left View ......................................[...]

ENGLISH Contents 3 3 Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode ............................................................................. 43 Cutting Off Wind Noise (W indCut Plus) ................................................................................. 44 Selecting the Real Stereo .......................................................[...]

ENGLISH Contents 4 4 Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ............................................................................... 85 Removing the Print Mark ................................................................................................. 85 Printing Y our Pictures – Using the PictBridge TM ............................[...]

1. 90 2. ■ LCD 180 LCD ■ [ ] ■ 29 1. 2. 3. 4. ■ ■ Notes regarding the V ideo Head Cleaning Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to the Camcorder . 1. Open the[...]

ENGLISH 6 6 Servicing & Replacement Parts Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Camcorder Notices regarding Copyright ■ Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 ° C or 140 ° F). For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight. ■ Do not let the Camcorder get wet. Keep the Camcorder awa[...]

ENGLISH 7 7 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Features ■ Digital Data T ransfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK ™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and photo images can be transferred to a PC, making it possi[...]

1. (SB-LSM80) 2. (AA-E9 ) 3. 4. 5. . ( : CR2025) 6. 7. USB 8. CD 9. 10. Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video Camcorder . Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Multi Cable 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Battery for Remote Control or Clock. (TYPE: CR[...]

1. Lens 2. Built-in Flash 3. Remote Sensor 4. T APE EJECT 5. EASY .Q Button ➥ page 35 6. Function Buttons 7. TFT LCD Screen 8. Internal MIC Button <Player> <Camera> <M.Player> œ œ œ œ REW REC SEARCH – REV √ √ √ √ FF REC SEARCH + FWD √ √ / ❙❙ PLA Y/STILL F ADE S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW) ■ STOP MF/AF MUL TI DISP .[...]

ENGLISH 10 10 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Left Side V iew 1. DISPLA Y Button ➥ page 21 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM Button ➥ page 39 / ➥ page 60 3. Speaker 4. Mode Switch (MEMOR Y/T APE) 5. Viewfinder 6. COLOR NITE Button ➥ page 42 7. FLASH ( ) Button ➥ page 74 1. ➥ 21 2. ➥ 39 ➥ 60 3. 4. 5. 6. ➥ 42 7. ➥ 74 M E N U 1. DISPLA Y Button 2. [...]

1. Zoom Lever (VOL/Menu Dial) 2. PHOTO Button (OK Button) ➥ page 56 3. QUICK MENU Button 4. MENU Button 5. Start/Stop Button 6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLA YER) 7. DC Jack 8. Jack Cover 9. Jacks 10. Cassette Door 1 1. Hand Strap External MIC IEEE1394 USB Multi Cable ENGLISH 11 11 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Right & T op V iew Q U IC K M E[...]

ENGLISH 12 12 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Rear & Bottom V iew 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 3. Memory Card Slot 4. T ripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release 1. 2. 3. 4. MENU CHG QUICK MENU 4. T ripod Receptacle 3. Memory Card Slot BATTERY RELEASE 1. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Battery Release 2. Charging Indicator Usable Memory Ca[...]

ENGLISH 13 13 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Remote Control 1. PHOTO Button ➥ page 56 2. ST ART/STOP Button 3. SELF TIMER Button ➥ page 38 4. ZERO MEMOR Y Button ➥ page 37 5. PHOTO SEARCH Button 6. A.DUB Button ➥ page 61 7. √ √ √ √ (FF) Button 8. œ œ œ œ (REW) Button 9. √ √ (PLA Y) Button 10. œ œ ❙❙ / ❙❙ √ √ ([...]

ENGLISH 14 14 Preparation Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand Strap enables you to: - Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of you[...]

ENGLISH 15 15 Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder . 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder . 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder , with the positive ( ) terminal face up. Be careful not[...]

ENGLISH 16 16 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only . ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. T urn the [Power] switch to [Off] . 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the Camcorder . 3. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) to a wall soc[...]

ENGLISH 17 17 Preparation The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; - The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using. - Ambient temperature. - How often the Zoom function is used. - T ype of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.). It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Battery Level Display Th[...]

ENGLISH 18 18 Preparation Notes regarding the Battery Pack ■ Please refer to the T able on page 16 for approximate continuous recording time. ■ The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. ■ The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. As the environmental temperature and conditions vary . ■[...]

ENGLISH 19 19 Preparation Connecting a Power Source About the Operating Modes ✤ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder . - The AC Power adapter: used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Using a Household Power Source Connect to a house hold power source to use the Camcorder wi[...]

ENGLISH 20 20 Preparation Using the QUICK MENU ✤ QUICK MENU is used to access Camcorder functions by using the [QUICK MENU] button. ✤ QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button. ✤ Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below: Camera Mode ■ Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ?[...]

ENGLISH 21 21 Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes OSD 1. Battery Level ➥ page 17 2. Visual Effects Mode ➥ page 51 EASY .Q ➥ page 35 16:9 Wide ➥ page 53 3. DIS ➥ page 54 4. Program AE ➥ page 48 5. White Balance Mode ➥ page 50 6. Shutter Speed ➥ page 46 7. Exposure ➥ page 46 8. Manual Focus ➥ page 47 9. Date[...]

ENGLISH 22 22 Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes / OSD ( ) 1. Photo Quality ➥ page 70 2. Flash mode ➥ page 74 3. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator 4. Image Counter (T otal number of recordable photo images) 5. Image Recording and Loading Indicator 6. Erase Protection Indicator ➥ page 76 7. Print Mark ➥ page 85 8. Folder [...]

✤ Clock setup works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Date/T ime is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the <Date/Time> . ➥ page 30 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] or [MEMORY] . 3. Press the [...]

ENGLISH 24 24 ✤ The Remote function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder . 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] or [MEMOR Y] . 3. Press [...]

ENGLISH 25 25 ✤ The Beep Sound function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] or [MEMOR Y] . 3. Press the [MENU[...]

ENGLISH 26 26 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button, the Shutter will sound. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. If the [Power] switch is s[...]

ENGLISH 27 27 ✤ The Language function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] or [MEMOR Y] . 3. Press the [MENU] butto[...]

ENGLISH 28 28 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in the <Camera> mode without a tape inserted in the Camcorder . ➥ page 19 ✤ Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder . ➥ page 32 ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are inc[...]

ENGLISH 29 29 Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/ LCD Colour) LCD (LCD / LCD ) ✤ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y our Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (VP-D963(i) only) / 2.7 inch wide (VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i) on[...]

ENGLISH 30 30 Displaying the Date/T ime (Date/Time) / ( / ) ✤ The Date/T ime function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [[...]

ENGLISH 31 31 Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display (TV Display) TV (TV ) ✤ The TV Display function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). - <Off> : The OSD appears in the LCD Screen and V iewfi[...]

ENGLISH 32 32 Basic Recording Using the V iewfinder Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette / ✤ In the [PLA YER] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. ✤ In the [CAMERA] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder e[...]

ENGLISH 33 33 Basic Recording V arious Recording T echniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from below . 4. Self recording[...]

ENGLISH 34 34 Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder . ➥ page 19 (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. ➥ page 32 2. Remove the Lens Cover . 3. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . ■ Open the LCD Screen. ■ Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . Make sure that <STBY> is dis[...]

ENGLISH 35 35 Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY .Q Mode) ( ) ✤ The EASY .Q function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The EASY .Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. By pressing the [EASY .Q] button, all f[...]

ENGLISH 36 36 Basic Recording ✤ The REC SEARCH function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ T o be used to review previously recorded images or to find a point to record a new image in the STBY mode. Record Search (REC SEARCH) 1. Set to STBY mode by pressing [Start/Stop] button. 2. [REC SEARCH -] enables you to play the recording b[...]

ENGLISH 37 37 Basic Recording Searching quickly for a desired scene (Setting the ZERO MEMORY) ( ZERO MEMOR Y) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. Set t[...]

ENGLISH 38 38 Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control (Setting the Self Timer) ( ) ✤ The SELF TIMER function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch [...]

ENGLISH 39 39 Basic Recording Zooming In and Out Using the T ele Macro ✤ The Zoom function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. ✤ Y ou can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for dif ferent shots. Please[...]

ENGLISH 40 40 Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ The Fade function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can give your recording a professional look by using special ef fects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. T o Start Recording 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2[...]

✤ BLC works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is in front of a window . - The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person ’ s face is too dark to distinguish his/her f[...]

ENGLISH 42 42 Basic Recording Using the COLOR NITE (COLOUR NITE) (COLOUR NITE) ✤ COLOR NITE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Se[...]

ENGLISH 43 43 ✤ The Record Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (DV IN or A V IN) (VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only) modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. - <SP> (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.[...]

ENGLISH 44 44 ✤ The WindCut Plus function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (Audio dubbing) modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Use the WindCut Plus when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. ✤ The WindCut Plus function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the WindCut Plus is on, some low pitched[...]

ENGLISH 45 45 ✤ The Real Stereo function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Real Stereo is the stereo-fortifying function by enhancing the characteristics of left and right input signals with internal MIC and External MIC. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [MENU] button. 4. [...]

ENGLISH 46 46 Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Exposure function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [C[...]

ENGLISH 47 47 Advanced Recording Auto Focus / Manual Focus / ✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ 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 may be necessary[...]

ENGLISH 48 48 Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ( ) ✤ The Program AE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. ■ <Auto ( [...]

ENGLISH 49 49 Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Camera> , then press the [OK] button. 5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Program AE> [...]

ENGLISH 50 50 Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ The White Balance function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤ Y ou may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain go[...]

ENGLISH 51 51 Applying V isual Effects ✤ The Visual Effect function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Visual Ef fects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. ✤ Select the appropriate Visual Ef fect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 10 Visual Effect mod[...]

ENGLISH 52 52 Selecting the Visual Effects 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Camera> , then press the [OK] button. 5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Visual Effect> , then pre[...]

ENGLISH 53 53 Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 W ide 16:9 ✤ The 16:9 Wide function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Recordings in 16:9 Wide will play back naturally only when the TV supports 16:9 aspect ratio. ✤ 16:9 Wide is set as a default option for VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i). 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the[...]

ENGLISH 54 54 Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ( ) ✤ The DIS function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: - Re[...]

ENGLISH 55 55 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ( ) ✤ Maximum Digital Zoom works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming more than 26X is achieved digitally , up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you Digital Zoom in on the subje[...]

ENGLISH 56 56 Advanced Recording Still Image Recording ✤ Still image recording works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ A tape must be inserted as Still Images are recorded on a tape. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [PHOTO] button. ■ The still image is recorded for about 6~7 s[...]

ENGLISH 57 57 Playback Playing Back a T ape on the LCD Screen ✤ The Playback function and speaker works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD Screen. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Insert the tape you wish to view . ➥ page 32 4. Open the L[...]

ENGLISH 58 58 Playback V arious Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The [PLA Y] , [STILL] , [STOP] , [FF] , and [REW] buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. ✤ The [F .ADV] (Frame advance), [X2] , and [SLOW] buttons are located on the remote control only . ✤ T [...]

ENGLISH 59 59 Frame Advance (T o play back frame by frame) ■ Press the [F .ADV] button on the remote control while in still mode. - Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the [F .ADV] button. - The F .ADV function works in still mode only . ■ T o resume normal playback, press the [ √ √ / ❙❙ (PLA Y/STILL)] button. - F[...]

ENGLISH 60 60 Playback Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) (PB ZOOM) ✤ The PB Zoom function works in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The PB Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback or still image. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [PB ZOOM] button in playback mode or in still m[...]

ENGLISH 61 61 Playback Audio Dubbing ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. ✤ Y ou can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. ✤ Use the internal or an external microphone(not suppli[...]

ENGLISH 62 62 Playback Dubbed Audio Playback ✤ The dubbed Audio Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the [MENU] button. 4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <T ape> , then press the [OK] but[...]

ENGLISH 63 63 Playback T ape Playback ✤ The Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 Playing back on a TV Monitor ✤ T o play back a tape, the television must be P AL compatible. ➥ page 98 ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camcorder . Connecting to a TV which has Audio/V ideo[...]

ENGLISH 64 64 Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/V ideo Input Jacks ✤ Y ou can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi Cable. ■ The yellow jack: Video ■ The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono ■ The red jack: Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 4.[...]

ENGLISH 65 65 ✤ Audio Effect function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Audio Effect provides various ef fects when the audio signals stored in a tape are playing. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the [MENU] button. 4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or do[...]

ENGLISH 66 66 ✤ A V In/Out function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ A V In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD Screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR or TV with the Multi Cable. ➥ pages 6[...]

ENGLISH 67 67 ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder . ✤ Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [OFF] . Memory Card Functions ✤ Recording/Viewing Images ✤ Protecting Images from accidental erasure ✤ The Memory Stick Duo / MMC does not have a Protection T ab. When using the Me[...]

ENGLISH 68 68 Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card [ Notes ] ■ Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card. ■ Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing photo image or formatting the Memory Card. ■ Please turn the power off before you insert or eject the Memory Card to avoid losing data. ?[...]

✤ The Memory T ype setting works in <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory (Int.Memory) (VP-D965W(i): 64MB)or on a Memory Card. Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. [...]

ENGLISH 70 70 Selecting the Photo Quality ✤ Photo Quality function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] . 2. If the [Power] switch is set to [CAMERA] , set the [Mode] switch to [[...]

✤ ➥ 19 ✤ [Power] [CAMERA] [Mode] [MEMORY] [MENU] ■ [Zoom] <Memory> ( ) [OK] [Zoom] < Photo Size > [OK] [Zoom] <1 152x864> <800x600> [OK] [MENU] 1 152X864 71 71 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Selecting the recording Photo Size ✤ Photo Size function works only in <M.Cam> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Selecting the r[...]

ENGLISH 72 72 Setting the File Number ✤ File Number setting works only in <M.Cam> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ File numbers may be set as follows: - <Series> : When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next nu[...]

73 73 ENGLISH T aking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card ✤ Y ou may take photo images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images on the Memory Card. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can take photo images using the remote control. ✤ Audio will not be recorded with a photo image onto the Memory Card. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set [...]

ENGLISH 74 74 Using the Built in Flash ✤ The FLASH SELECT function works in <M.Cam> mode only . ✤ Y ou can take natural looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in flash, whether they are night scenes, in doors or in other dark places. ■ OFF : The flash does not fire. ■ (Auto) : The flash comes on depending[...]

75 75 ENGLISH V iewing Photo Images (JPEG) ✤ This function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 Y ou can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ Be sure that the <M.Play Select> is set to <Photo> in the Menu. ➥ page 81 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [MEMOR Y] [...]

ENGLISH 76 76 ✤ The Protection function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [MEMOR Y] . ■ The last recorded image appears. ?[...]

77 77 ENGLISH Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images ✤ The Delete function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be re[...]

ENGLISH 78 78 Deleting All Images at Once ✤ Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in page 77. 6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Delete All> , then press the [OK] button. ■ A message <Do you want to delete all?> is displayed. 7. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Y es> or <No> , then press the [...]

79 79 ENGLISH Formatting the Memory Card ✤ The Format function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images. ✤ The Format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. Attention ✤ If you execute the Fo[...]

ENGLISH 80 80 Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card (MPEG) ✤ Y ou may record moving images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images on the Memory Card. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card. ✤ The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720x576. Saving Moving Images onto a Memo[...]

81 81 ENGLISH Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card (M.Play Select) MPEG ( ) ✤ The Moving Images Playback function works only in <M. Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can play the moving images on the Memory Card. ✤ Playing back on a PC shows better quality than on a TV . 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mod[...]

ENGLISH 82 82 Recording a Moving Image from a Cassette as a Photo Image ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can record a Moving Image from a cassette as a Photo Image. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple photo images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PL[...]

83 83 ENGLISH ✤ The Photo Copy function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can copy still images recorded with photo function on a cassette onto a Memory Card. ✤ Rewind the tape to the point which you wants. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The me[...]

ENGLISH 84 84 ✤ The Copy to function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory Card to the built-in memory . 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [MEMOR Y] . 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the [Zoom] lever up o[...]

85 85 ENGLISH ✤ The Print Mark function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ Y ou can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF . ✤ There are 2 ways to make a Print Mark. - <This File> : Y ou can set a [...]

ENGLISH 86 86 ✤ PictBridge TM function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. ✤ With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through [...]

87 87 ENGLISH Selecting Images 1. In the <PictBridge> settings menu, press the [ œ œ œ œ / √ √ √ √ (REV/FWD)] buttons to select an image to print. Setting the Number of Prints 2. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Copies> , then press the [OK] button. 3. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to set the number of prints, [...]

ENGLISH 88 88 IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer IEEE 1394 Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder , Camcorder , etc.) ■ Connecting to other DV standard products. - A standard DV connection is quite simple. - If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable. (not supplied) !!! Please be careful as there[...]

89 89 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer IEEE 1394 Recording with a DV Connection Cable 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device. ■ Make sure that is displayed. 4. Press the [Start/Stop] button to begi[...]

ENGLISH 90 90 T ransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ Y ou can transfer a recorded file in Memory Card to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver , Video Codec, DirectX 9.0)[...]

91 91 ENGLISH ✤ USB Connect function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card (or built-in memory; VP-D965W(i) only), or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set t[...]

ENGLISH 92 92 ✤ T o play back moving images recorded by the Camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection on a PC, the Video Codec program should be installed. ✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If another Camcorder or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. ✤ This expla[...]

93 93 ENGLISH 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. ■ If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB jack, the Multi Cable is disabled. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Camcorder . (USB jack) ■ If PC is connected with the USB to the Camcorder , only the [Power] switch, [Mode] switch, [Zoom][...]

ENGLISH 94 94 Using the PC Camera Function ✤ This function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ T o use the PC Camera function, DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. ✤ Y ou can use this Camcorder as a PC Camera. ✤ When you connect to a Web site that provides video chatting functions, you c[...]

95 95 ENGLISH Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ This function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ T o use USB streaming, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC. ✤ Y ou can view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. ✤ Y ou can also store it as a moving ima[...]

ENGLISH 96 96 After Finishing a Recording Usable Cassette T apes ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery . The Battery Pack should be release after recording is completed. 1. Open the Cassette door while sliding [...]

97 97 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads T o ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. 1. This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 2. Set the [Mode] switch[...]

ENGLISH 98 98 Maintenance Using Y our Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources ■ Y ou can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V , 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially a[...]

99 99 ENGLISH T roubleshooting T roubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Moisture Condensation ■ If the Camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense [...]

ENGLISH 100 100 T roubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes / Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow There is no Memory Card in the Camcorder . There is not enough memory to record. There are no images recorded on the Memory Card. The Memory Card is record protected. When you tr[...]

101 101 ENGLISH T roubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. ✤ , Y ou cannot switch the Camcorder on. Start/Stop button does not operate while recording. The Camcorder shuts off automatically . Charge runs out quickly . When you see a blue screen during playback. A v[...]

ENGLISH 102 102 Functions Setting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Page M . Player M . Cam Player Camera Camera T ape Record Memory Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom Photo Search Photo Copy Audio Select Audio Effect Rec Mode Audio Mode WindCut Plus Real Stereo A V In/Out ! Memory T ype @ Photo Quality Photo size M.Play [...]

103 103 ENGLISH T roubleshooting TM ■ “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. ■ All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “ ® ” are not mentioned in each instance in this manual. TM ■ Memory Stick SONY ■ , ™ ® 2[...]

ENGLISH 104 104 Specifications Model Name: VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/D965W(i) : VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/D965W(i) System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette T ape speed T ape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter LCD Screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD Screen Method Viewfinder Connectors Video ou[...]

105 105 ENGLISH Index Accessories ................................ 8 AF/MF ....................................... 47 Audio Dubbing .......................... 61 Audio Mode ............................... 43 Battery Pack ............................. 16 BLC ........................................... 41 Cassette ................................... [...]

ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. ENGLISH North America Latin America Europe CIS Asia Pacific Middle East & Africa CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www .samsung.com/mx U.S.A 1-800[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUF ACTURED BY : : RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6 ), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Po[...]