Samsung SC-D463(B)/D465(B) manual

ENGLISH Digital V ideo Camcorder Owner ’ s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display SC-D463(B)/D465(B) AF CCD LCD SC-D463(B)/D465(B) AD68-00971Y Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there [...]

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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. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. ■ Open the LCD screen with your finger . 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 4. Recording when look[...]

Notes and Safety Instructions T elevision programmes, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programme materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law . All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks [...]

Notes and Safety Instructions When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer . The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste. Notes regarding the Battery Pack ■ Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 22. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer . ■ Make sure that the Batte[...]

Notes and Safety Instructions Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). 1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfinder . Be careful when placing the Camcorder under sunlight [...]

ENGLISH 10 10 1. 2. 3 3. / 12:00 AM JAN. 1,2005 ■ ■ Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery Precautions regarding the external lithium battery for the remote control 1. The camcorder ’s built-in lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings, even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2.[...]

ENGLISH 11 11 ■ ■ IEEE1394 IEEE1394 i.LINK™ i.LINK DV ■ USB USB ■ PHOTO PHOTO Camera ■ 900x 900 ■ TFT TFT ■ DIS Digital Image Stabiliser DIS ■ ■ BLC Back Light Compensation BLC ■ Program AE Program AE / ■ - - USB ■ MPEG MPEG ■ SC-D465(B) PRO MMC SD ■ SC-D465(B) SC-D465(B) 32MB Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Features ?[...]

Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 4. Multi-A V Cable (Audio/Video/S-V ideo Cable) 5. Instruction Book 6. USB Cable 7. Software CD 8. Lens Cover 9. Lens Cover Strap 10. Lithium Battery for Remote Control. (TYPE: CR2025) ([...]

Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Front & Left V iew 1. Lens 2. LED Light (see page 49) (SC-D465(B) only) 3. Remote Sensor (SC-D465(B) only) 4. Hand Strap Hook 5. Internal MIC 6. EASY .Q button (see page 40) 7. TFT LCD Screen 8. IEEE1394 Jack 9. USB Jack 10. A V/S-Video Jack 1 1. Jack Cover ENGLISH 13 13 1. 2. LED 49 ( SC-D465(B)) 3. ( SC-D465(B)[...]

Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Left Side V iew 1. Speaker 2. Mode Switch (MEMOR Y/T APE) 3. DISPLA Y (see page 25) 4. Focus Adjustment Knob 5. Viewfinder 6. Function buttons 7. COLOR NITE/PB ZOOM (see page 49/74) - EASY .Q - : REW REC SEARCH – REV : FF REC SEARCH + FWD : PLA Y/STILL F ADE S.SHOW(SLIDE SHOW) : STOP BLC MUL TI ENGLISH 14 14 1. 2. [...]

Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Right & T op View 1. Menu Selector (VOL/MF) 2. MENU button 3. Start/Stop button 4. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLA YER) 5. DC Jack 6. T APE EJECT 7. Zoom Lever 8. PHOTO button (see page 67) 9. External MIC 10. Cassette Door ENGLISH 15 15 1. Menu selector VOL/MF / 2. MENU 3. Start/Stop / 4. CAMERA PLA YER 5. DC 6. T A[...]

Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Rear & Bottom V iew 1. Memory Card Slot 2. Charging indicator 3. RESET button (see page 52) 4. T ripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card) SC-D463(B) only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SC-D465(B) only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SD/MMC ENGLISH 16 16 1. 2. 3. RESET 52 4. 5. SC-D46[...]

Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Remote Control (SC-D465(B) only) 1. PHOTO (see page 67) 2. ST ART/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 43) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 42) 5. PHOTO SEARCH (see page 67) 6. A.DUB (see page 76) 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLA Y) 10. / (Direction) (see page 72) 1 1. F . ADV (see page 73) 12. (STOP) 13. (STILL) 14. (SLOW) 15. DA TE/TIME 1[...]

Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap 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 your hand. 1. Insert the Hand stra[...]

Preparation ✤ Y ou need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: - Y ou purchase the Camcorder . - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder , with the positive ( ) terminal face up. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery . [ Notes ] ■ The Lithium battery must be i[...]

Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder . - The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording. - The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording. 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC Cord. 2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket. [ Notes ] ■ Y ou must use an AA-[...]

✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on. - The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using. - How often the zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. 1. Attach the Battery pack to the Camcorder . 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to a wall[...]

ENGLISH 22 22 ✤ ✤ ■ 32°F 0°C 104°F 40°C ■ 32°F 0°C ■ 32°F 0°C 104°F 40°C ■ ■ ■ ■ SB-LSM 80 SB-LSM 160 ■ SB-LSM 80 SB-LSM 160 1 20 3 1 20 2 40 1 30 3 Preparation T able of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery T ype. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the V iewfinder switches on automati[...]

Preparation The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used e. Completely used (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon. Change the battery as soon as possible) [ Notes ] ■ Please refer to the T able on page 22 for approximate continuous recor[...]

Preparation OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes) 1. Battery Level (see page 23) 2. Digital Effects mode (see page 64) 3. EASY .Q (see page 40) 4. DIS (see page 60) 5. Program AE (see page 62) 6. White Balance mode (see page 58) 7. Shutter Speed (see page 56) 8. Exposure (see page 56) 9. Manual Focus (see page 57) 10. Date/Time (see page 3[...]

1. Photo Quality 2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator 3. Image Counter T otal number of recordable still images. 4. Image Recording and Loading indicator 5. Erase Protection indicator (see page 96) 6. Print Mark (see page 107) 7. Folder Number-File Number (see page 88) 8. JPEG Image Size 9. Slide Show ■ T urning OSD on/off Press the DISPLA Y button on[...]

System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language ✤ The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Select the appropriate OSD language from OSD List. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE or MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu selector to[...]

System Menu Setting ✤ Clock setup works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Date/T ime is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the Date/T ime. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE or MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu [...]

✤ The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Remote option 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 MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu selector to t[...]

System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/ M.Player modes. ✤ 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 MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will ap[...]

✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cam modes. ✤ Y ou can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, a simulated shutter click of a camera will sound while taking pictures. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMOR Y . If the Power switch is set [...]

✤ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder . (see page 36) ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your Camcorder so that you may use them more easily . ✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera mode without a tape inserted in the Camcorder . ✤ T[...]

✤ This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Y our Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch Color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly . ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the Camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust[...]

✤ The Date/T ime function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Date and T ime 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 T APE or MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or r[...]

Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display ✤ The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Y ou can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). - Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and V iewfinder only . - On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV . - Use the DISPLA Y button located at the[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed. The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD screen and pull out the Viewfinder . 2. Use the focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture. [ Notes ] ■ Viewing the sun or any st[...]

Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not apply excessive force, as it may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. T urn on your Camcorder , then slide the T APE EJECT switch on the upper of the Camcorder and open the cassette door un[...]

Basic Recording ✤ While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly . ✤ Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 18) 1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD screen to support and adjust it. Do [...]

Basic Recording ✤ 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. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen f[...]

Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder . (see page 20) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 36) 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 displayed. ■ If the write p[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The EASY .Q mode works only in Camera mode. ✤ The EASY .Q mode 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 functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic m[...]

Basic Recording Record Search (REC SEARCH) When a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically . T o use it again, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This auto power off feature is designed to save battery power[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Zero Memory function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ 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 the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the ZERO MEMOR Y button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the [...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Self T imer function works only in Camera mode. ✤ When you use the Self T imer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD screen[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ 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 different shots. Please note that over-use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results a[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The T ele Macro function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. ✤ Effective focal distance in T ele Macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches). 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE or MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu selector to the l[...]

Basic Recording ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Macro , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selec[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Fade function works only in Camera mode. ✤ Y ou can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Before recording, hold down the F ADE button. ■[...]

Basic Recording ✤ BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ 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 features. - The[...]

Basic Recording ✤ The Color Nite function works only in Camera mode. ✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. ✤ The Color Nite function may produce a brighter image. ✤ The LED light can be used with Color Nite function only. (SC-D465(B) only) ✤ The LED light enables you to record a subject in dark pla[...]

50 50 ENGLISH SC-D465(B) SC-D465(B) Camera Tape Record Memory 62, 63 58 64, 65 45, 46 60, 61 66 67 105 77 53 54 55 75 89 90, 91 102, 103 98, 99 98 96, 97 107, 108 106 100 92 Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Macro DIS Digital Zoom Photo Search Photo Copy Audio Select Rec Mode Audio Mode Wind Cut AV In/Out / Memory Type Photo Quality M.Play Se[...]

ENGLISH 51 51 Display System LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound USB Version USB USB Connect USB Language Demonstration ( ) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 32 32 33 34 27 28 29 30 82 81 26 31 / USB USB OSD ( ): SC-D465[...]

Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : Y ou cannot change the requested mode. : The requested mode will work. ✩ : The requested mode will work. (operating mode data will be backed up.) [ Note ] When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be dis[...]

✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ 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. - LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. 1. Set the Po[...]

Selecting the Audio Mode ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit) - 12Bit: Y ou can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the Sub (Sound2) track. - [...]

✤ The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) modes. Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. ✤ The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low pitched tones sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind.[...]

Advanced Recording ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the Menu selector . 4. Move the Menu sele[...]

✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ 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 under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. ✤ M[...]

✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ Y ou may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image color . ■ Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White [...]

Advanced Recording ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select White Balance , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selec[...]

✤ The DIS function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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: - Recording with the optical zoom (Under 10x. DIS is not available in Digital Zoom mode.) - Recording a [...]

Advanced Recording ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select DIS , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu sele[...]

Advanced Recording ✤ The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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 mode ( ) - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - T o be used in normal condi[...]

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 Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera , then press the Menu selector . 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Program AE , then press the Menu selector . 6. Move the Menu selecto[...]

Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. ✤ There are 1 1 digital effect modes. 1. A[...]

Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital 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 Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera , then press the Menu selector . 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Digital Effect , th[...]

✤ Zoom works only in Camera mode. ✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally , up to 900x when combined with optical zoom. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. 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.[...]

✤ Photo image recording works only in Camera mode. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 4. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the Camcorder returns to its previous mode. ✤ The Photo Search works only in Player mode. 1. Set the Po[...]

Playback ✤ The Playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ 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 . (see page 36) 4. Open the LCD screen. ■ Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necess[...]

Playback ✤ The Speaker works only in Player mode. ✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you will hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker . - T ake the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder . 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the (PLA [...]

Playback ✤ The Playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ It is easier to view a tape using the LCD screen as opposed to the viewfinder when in a moving automobile or outdoors. ✤ T o play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible. (see page 1 13) ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camc[...]

Playback ✤ Y ou can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-A V 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. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 5. T urn on both the TV and VC[...]

Playback ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ The PLA Y , STILL, STOP , FF and REW buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (SC-D465(B) only) ✤ The F .ADV(Frame advance), X2 and SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only . (SC-D465(B) only) ✤ T o prevent tape and head-drum wear , your Camcorder will auto[...]

Playback ■ Press the F .ADV button on the remote control while in still mode. - The Video 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. - Forward frame advance Press the F .ADV button on the remote control in still mod[...]

✤ The PB ZOOM function works in Player mode. ✤ 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 during playback or still mode. 4. The image is magnified starting from the center of image. 5. Y ou can zoom in from 1.2x to 8.[...]

✤ A V In/Out function works only in Player mode. ✤ 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-A V cable. (See pages 70~71) 2. Set the Power switch[...]

Playback ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode. ✤ Y ou cannot 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 supplied) or other audio equipment. ✤ The original s[...]

Playback 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 Menu selector to the left or right to select T ape , then press the Menu selector . 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Audio Select , then press the Menu selector . 6. Move the Menu s[...]

IEEE1394 Data T ransfer ■ 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. NOTE: Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This Camcorder has a 4pin terminal. ■ With a digital co[...]

IEEE1394 Data T ransfer ■ CPU: faster Intel ® Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible. ■ Operating system: Windows ® 98SE, ME, XP , Mac OS (9.1~10.2) ■ Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM ■ IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) fro[...]

USB Interface ✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ Y ou can easily transfer recorded files from a Memory Card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver , Video Codec, DirectX 9.0) supplied wit[...]

USB Interface ✤ The USB Connect function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your movies and images from the Memory card (or built-in memory; SC-D465(B) only), or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY . 3. Pres[...]

USB Interface ✤ The USB V ersion function works only in M.Cam and M.Player modes. ✤ T o ensure proper communication between the camcorder and a PC, please set the USB V ersion before connecting the Camcorder to a PC. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMOR Y . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list wi[...]

USB Interface ✤ T o play back MPEG4 movies recorded by the camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection on a PC, the Video Codec programme should be installed. ✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the programme. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. ✤ This expla[...]

USB Interface ✤ T o use the PC Camera function, the 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. This is useful when connecting to a Web site that provides video chatting functions. ✤ When using this camcorder for video conferencing (such as NetMeeting), voice com[...]

USB Interface ✤ T o use USB streaming, the DV Driver , Video Codec, 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 picture in the "avi" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC. 1. Set the Power[...]

Digital Still Camera Mode ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the camera. ■ Recording still images and MPEG4 movies ■ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies - Single image - Slide show (Still images only) - Multi display (Still images only) ■ Protecting images against accidental erasure ■ Deleting images recorded on a [...]

Digital Still Camera Mode Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card Inserting the Memory Card 1. Set the Power switch to OFF . 2. Remove the Lithium-ion battery from the rear of the Camcorder . 3. Insert the Memory Card in the direction of the arrow into the Memory Card slot located on the rear of the Camcorder . Ejecting the Memory Card 1. Set the Po[...]

✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in a JPEG file format on the Memory Card. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory Card. ✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder . - A file number from DCAM0001 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image. - Each folder is[...]

✤ Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam /M.Player modes. (SC-D465(B): 32MB) ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory . Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to M[...]

✤ Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes. ✤ Y ou can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLA YER . 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMOR Y . If the Power switch is set to PLA YER mode, set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Press the MENU button. ?[...]

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Photo Quality , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or righ[...]

✤ File Number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ Memory file numbers may be set as follows: ■ Series: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence. ■ Reset: When there are no files s[...]

✤ Y ou may take still images in M.Cam mode and store the images on the Memory Card. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder . ✤ Y ou can take photos using the remote control. (SC-D465(B) only) ✤ Audio will not be recorded with a Still image onto the Memory Card. 1. Set the Power [...]

✤ This function works only in M.Player mode. Y ou can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the MENU. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. - Single Image: T o view an image frame by frame. - Slide Show: T o view all images automatically and in consecutive order .[...]

T o view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY . ■ The last recorded image appears. 3. T o view six stored images on single screen, press the (MUL TI) button. ■ A selection mark ( ) appears under the image. ■ Press / (REV/FWD) button to select an image. 4. T o return to single Playback mode, p[...]

✤ The Protection function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ 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 MEMORY . ■ The last recorded image appears. ■ If there are no recorded images on the M[...]

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Protect , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or[...]

✤ The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ Y ou can erase the still images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. (see page 96) ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mod[...]

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Delete , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or [...]

✤ The Format function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ Y ou can use the memory 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. ✤ If you execute the memory format function, all images will be erased completely and e[...]

✤ Y ou can record video with audio on the Memory Card. ✤ The screen format of the video to be recorded is 720x480. ✤ The MPEG Recording function works only in M.Cam mode. 1. Check whether Memory Card is inserted into the Camcorder . If it is not in the Camcorder, insert it into the slot. 2. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 3. Set the Mode swi[...]

✤ The MPEG Playback function works only in M. Player mode. ✤ Y ou can play the moving picture images on the Memory Card. Stereo audio is played back at the same time. ✤ Playing back on a PC displays better quality than on a TV . 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list[...]

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select M.Play Select , then press the Menu selector . 3. Move the Menu selector to t[...]

Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ Y ou can record still images from a cassette on a Memory Card. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. [...]

✤ The Photo Copy function works only in Player mode. ✤ Y ou can copy still images recorded with the 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 menu list will appear . 4. Move the Menu s[...]

✤ The Copy to function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ 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 Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory , then pr[...]

✤ The Print Mark function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ 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 print mark on the photo image displayed on [...]

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector . ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. It can be set on the selected file only . 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Print Mark , then press the Menu select[...]

✤ PictBridge TM function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ 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 your Camcorder in order to print o[...]

4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Date/Time , then press the Menu selector . 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the Date/Time display type, then press the Menu selector . ■ Date/T ime Display type: Off, Date, T ime, Date&T ime Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Print , then press[...]

✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium ion Battery pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery . The Battery pack should be released after recording is completed. 1. Slide the T APE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow . ■ Opening the cassette doo[...]

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. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . 3. Insert the cleaning tape. 4. Press the (PLA Y/STILL) button. 5. Press the (STOP[...]

✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. ■ 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 available AC jack adapter, if necessary , depending on the design of th[...]

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

Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes slow There is no Memory card in the Camcorder . Insert a Memory card. No Memory Card ! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory card. Erase recorded image. Memory Full ! slow There are no images recorded on the Memory card. Record new images. No image ! slow The Memory card is [...]

ENGLISH 116 116 ✤ Start/Stop / CAMERA 5 BLC PLA YER 112 T roubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center . 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 s[...]

ENGLISH 117 117 SC-D463(B)/D465(B) NTSC 2 PCM 6.35mm DV 18.81mm/s 12.56mm/s 60 DVM60 90 DVM60 150 DVM60 CCD 680k F1.8 10x ,900x Ø25 2.5 123k TFT 1Vp-p 75 Y 1Vp-p, 75 C 0.286Vp-p 75 -7.5dBs 600 4 / B Ø 3.5 DC8.4V 7.4V 100V ~ 240V 50/60Hz 4.3W 4.0W 0 ˚ C ~ 40 ˚ C 32 ˚ F ~ 104 ˚ F -20 ˚ C ~ 60 ˚ C -4 ˚ F ~ 140 ˚ F 2.93 (74.5mm) 4.02 102mm 2.[...]

ENGLISH 118 11 8 Index Accessories ......................................12 AF/MF ............................................. 57 Audio dubbing ................................ 76 Audio Mode ..................................... 54 Battery Pack ................................... 21 BLC ................................................ 48 Cassette [...]

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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), Poly Bromina[...]