Samsung VP-D200 manual

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 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 VP-D200(i)/D230(i)/ D250(i)/D270(i) ELECTRONICS This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Inhalt Contents 2 2 Features ................................................................................................................. 1 1 Accessories Supplied with camcorder .................................................................. 12 Front & Left View ...........................................................[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Inhalt Contents 3 3 Use of various Functions ....................................................................................... 35 Setting menu items ......................................................................................... 35 Set the camcorder to CAM or PLA YER mode and M.REC or M.PLA Y mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Inhalt 4 4 PHOTO Image Recording ..................................................................................... 66 Searching for a PHOTO picture ..................................................................... 66 NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording) ....................................................................... 67 PO[...]

T echnische Daten ....................................................106 INDEX .....................................................................107 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Inhalt Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick ........................................................ 84 Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick .......................[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Wichtige Informationen und Sicherheitshinweise Notes and Safety Instructions 6 6 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. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording u[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Wichtige Informationen und Sicherheitshinweise T elevision programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law . 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder . for example: - Wh[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Wichtige Informationen und Sicherheitshinweise Notes and Safety Instructions 8 8 Notes regarding the battery pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - T o preserve battery power , keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - If your camcorder is in CAM mode, and it is lef[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Wichtige Informationen und Sicherheitshinweise Notes and Safety Instructions 9 9 - 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 t[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Wichtige Informationen und Sicherheitshinweise Notes and Safety Instructions 10 10 Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation fr[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 11 11 Features • Digital data transfer 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 still images c[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. S-VIDEO Cable (VP-D230(i)/ D250(i)/D270(i) only) 6. Instruction Book 7. Lithium battery for Remote Control o[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 13 13 Front & Left V iew 1. Lens 2. Infrared Light (see page 67) 3. Remote Sensor 4. S-VIDEO Jack 5. View Finder (see page 32) 6. Internal MIC 7. TFT LCD Monitor (see page 31) 8. DC Jack (see page 23) V orderansicht und linke Seite 1. Objektiv 2. IR (Infrarot)-Leuc[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 14 14 Left Side V iew 2. EASY .Q Button (CAM) / MUL TI (M.PLA Y) (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/ D270(i) only) 3. PB ZOOM 4. DISPLA Y 5. Mode Switch (T APE/MEMORY STICK) (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/ D270(i) only) 1. Function buttons PLA YER CAMERA M.PLA Y (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 15 15 Right & T op V iew 1. Accessory Shoe 2. Speaker 3. FOCUS Adjustment knob (see page 32) 4. Slow Shutter Button (see page 59) 5. PHOTO Button (see page 66) 6. Night Capture Switch (see page 67) 7. Zoom lever (see page 46) 8. External MIC 9. A V Jack 10. DV Jack[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 16 16 Rear & Bottom V iew 1. MENU Button 2. MENU Selector (VOL/MF) 3. Charging indicator 4. T APE EJECT 5. ST ART/STOP button 6. Power Switch (see page 28) 7. Memory Stick Slot (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) 8. Hook for hand strap 9. T ripod receptacle 10. Batte[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 17 17 1. PHOTO 2. ST ART/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMOR Y (see page 74) 5. PHOTO Search 6. A.DUB (see page 64) 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 16. [...]

1. Akkuladestand (siehe Seite 26) 2. EASY -Modus (siehe Seite 60) 3. Digitale Spezialeffekte (DSE-Modus) (siehe Seite 49) 4. Belichtungsprogramme (Program AE) (siehe Seite 43) 5. Wei ß abgleich-Modus (WHT .BALANCE) (siehe Seite 45) 6. Gegenlichtausgleich (BLC) (siehe Seite 62) 7. Manuelle Fokussierung (MF) (siehe Seite 61) 8. Belichtungszeit (SHUT[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Ü berblick ü ber den Camcorder Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 19 19 A. Folder number-file number (see page 85) B. Image counter - Current still image/T otal number of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMOR Y STICK) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E. Quality F . ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 94) G. Print[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ Y ou need to insert or replace the lithium battery when : - Y ou purchase the camcorder . - The remote control doesn ’ t work. ✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly , following the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of t[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 21 21 ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery bec[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 22 22 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 ST ART/STOP button without having to change the [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 23 23 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. T o use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 24 24 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ 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. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery P[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 25 25 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack T able of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically . ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recordi[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 26 26 Battery level display • 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 (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please ref[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Camcorder vorbereiten Preparation 27 27 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder , do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the T APE EJECT switch and open the cassette door . [...]

Basic Recording 28 28 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Einfache Aufnahmen erstellen Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder . (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ■ Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS CAP . 3. Set the power switch to the CAM position. ■ Open the LCD monitor . ■ Set the mode switch[...]

Basic Recording 29 29 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Einfache Aufnahmen erstellen When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically . T o use it again, push the ST ART/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAM. This Auto Power OFF feature is desig[...]

Basic Recording 30 30 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Einfache Aufnahmen erstellen ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly . ■ Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your si[...]

✤ Der Camcorder ist mit einem 2,5-Zoll-Farbmonitor mit Fl ü ssigkristallanzeige (LCD) ausgestattet. Darauf k ö nnen Sie sehen, was gerade aufgenommen wird sowie Aufnahmen wiedergeben. ✤ Sie k ö nnen die Anzeige des LCD-Monitors regulieren, um ihn an verschiedene Bedingungen anzupassen (z. B. bei V erwendung in Innenr ä umen oder im Freien):[...]

Basic Recording 32 32 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Einfache Aufnahmen erstellen 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR button again. ■ Y ou may select NORMAL, SUPER or BACK LIGHT (VP-D270(i) only) in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. - When you use the LCD BACK LIGHT mode in a dark location or indoors, viewing the image may be diffi[...]

Basic Recording 33 33 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Einfache Aufnahmen erstellen ✤ Y ou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor . ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLA YER position. ■ A confirmation sound beeps. 2. Insert the tape you wish to view . (see page 27) 3. Open the LCD [...]

Adjusting the LCD during PLA Y ✤ Y ou can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAM mode. (see page 31) The Speaker works in PLA YER mode only . ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker . - Follow the instructions below to decrease or m[...]

Advanced Recording 35 35 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterführende Funktionen ● Setting menu items Use of various Functions ● Menü verwenden W eiterführende Funktionen verwenden M E N U SUB MENU FUNCTIONS P a g e M . P L A Y (1) M . R E C (1) P L A Y E R C A M E R A I N I T I A L CLOCK SET Setting the time 38 WL. REMOTE (1) Using the Remote Control 39 [...]

36 36 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● Set the camcorder to CAM or PLA YER mode and M.REC or M.PLA Y mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) 1. Press the MENU button. The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( HIGHLIGHT ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting. 2. Use the MENU SELECTOR and push the MENU SELEC[...]

37 37 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : Y ou can not change the requested mode. : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work. * : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work. (the data during the operating mo[...]

38 38 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAM, PLA YER, M.REC and M.PLA Y modes. ✤ The DA TE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DA TE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INIT[...]

39 39 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● WL. REMOTE (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAM, PLA YER, M.REC, M.PLA Y modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder . 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear [...]

40 40 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● BEEP SOUND ✤ The BEEP SOUND function works in CAM, PLA YER, M.REC, M.PLA Y modes. ✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear [...]

41 41 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● SHUTTER SOUND (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working. ✤ Determine whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to [...]

42 42 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● DEMONSTRA TION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily . ✤ The DEMONSTRA TION function may only be used in the CAM mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder . ✤ The demonstr[...]

43 43 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAM mode only . ✤ 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[...]

44 44 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 5. Using the MENU SELECTOR, select the [...]

45 45 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen ● WHT . BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAM or M.REC mode only . ✤ 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 t[...]

46 46 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterführende Funktionen Zooming In and Out with DIGIT AL ZOOM ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAM mode only . Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ Y o[...]

47 47 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Digital Zoom ✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally . ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGIT AL ZOOM for picture stability . (see page 48) 1. Set the camcorder to [...]

48 48 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen ● DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ✤ The DIS function works in CAM mode only . ✤ 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: ?[...]

49 49 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen ● DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ The DSE function works in CAM mode only . ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to[...]

50 50 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub- menu. 6. Us[...]

51 51 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAM and PLA YER (VP-D200i/D230i/D250i/D270i only) 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 wi[...]

52 52 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAM and PLA YER (VP-D200i/D230i/D250i/D270i only) 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 [...]

53 53 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ● WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAM and PLA YER (VP-D200i/D230i/D250i/D270i only) modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. S[...]

54 54 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ● DA TE/TIME ✤ The DA TE/TIME function works in CAM, PLA YER, M.REC and M.PLA Y modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear . 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight VIEWER [...]

55 55 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ● TV DISPLA Y ✤ The TV DISPLA Y function works in CAM, PLA YER, M.REC and M.PLA Y modes. ✤ Y ou can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ■ OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only . ■ ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, V iew Finder and TV . ■ [...]

56 56 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAM and M.REC mode. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. ■ DA TE/TIME [...]

57 57 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen ■ WHT . BALANCE (see page 45) - Each time you select WHT . BALANCE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between preset WHT .BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT .BALANCE values it they have not been preset. ■ FOCUS (Manua[...]

58 58 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ Y ou can set SHUTTER SPEED only in CAM mode. ✤ The EXPOSURE function works in both CAM and M.REC modes. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or dea[...]

59 59 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAM mode only . ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is chan[...]

60 60 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Advanced Recording Weiterf ü hrende Funktionen ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAM mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the follo[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 61 61 Weiterführende Funktionen ✤ The MF/AF function works in CAM, M.REC 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 may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 62 62 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ BLC works in CAM/M.REC mode. ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 63 63 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ The F ADE function works in CAM mode only . ✤ Y ou can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. T o Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the F ADE butto[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 64 64 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLA YER 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 and external microphones or other audio equipment. ✤ The original sound will not be erased. D[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 65 65 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V . 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 6.[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 66 66 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it. ■ The still picture appears on the LCD monitor . ■ If you do not wish to record, release the button. 2. Reless the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. Afte[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 67 67 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAM/M.REC mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON. ■ (NIGHT CAPTURE indicator) appears on the LCD monitor . ■ The infrared[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 68 68 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAM mode. ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NIGHT CAPTURE function. ✤ A POWER NIGHT CAPTURE is displayed for three seconds by LCD if you press a SLOW SHUTTER button in state t[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 69 69 Weiterführende Funktionen Advanced Recording ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder . 1. General recording. 2. Do[...]

✤ The playback function works in PLA YER mode only . Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor ✤ T o play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system. ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder . Conn[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 71 71 Wiedergabe Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ Y ou can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. ■ The yellow plug : Video ■ The white plug : Audio(L) - Mono ■ The red plug : Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 72 72 Wiedergabe Playback ✤ The PLA Y/STILL, STOP , FF , REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F .ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only . (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ T o prevent tape and head-drum wear , your camcorder will automatically stop if it [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 73 73 Wiedergabe Playback Frame advance (T o play back frame by frame) (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ● Press the F .ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. 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 b[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 74 74 Wiedergabe Playback ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both CAM and PLA YER modes. ✤ Y ou can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during the playback at the point you wish to return. ■ The time code is changed[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 75 75 Wiedergabe Playback ✤ The PB DSE function works in PLA YER mode. ✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effect (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLA YER mode and then Playback a tape. 2. Press the MENU button and move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V . 3. Push the MEN[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 76 76 Wiedergabe Playback ✤ The PB ZOOM function works in PLA YER mode. ✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still image. 1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in playback still mode 2. The image is magnified starting from the center of image and the four arrows which allows you to move the image i[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 77 77 Aufzeichnen im Wiedergabemodus (PLA YER) (nur VP-D200i/D230i/D250i/D270i) Recording in PLA YER mode (VP-D200i/D230i/D250i/D270i only) ✤ Y ou can use this camcorder as a recorder . ✤ Y ou can record a tape from VCR or TV . 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. 2. Set the power switch of the camc[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 78 78 Daten ü bertragung mit Schnittstelle IEEE 1394 IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with other DV standard products. ■ A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since the[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 79 79 Daten ü bertragung mit Schnittstelle IEEE 1394 IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer ● System requirements ■ 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 Recording with[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 80 80 USB-Schnittstelle (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) USB interface (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ● T ransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ Y ou can easily transfer a still image from a MEMORY STICK to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ Y ou can transfer an image to a PC via a [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 81 81 USB-Schnittstelle (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) USB interface (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ DVC Media 5.1 User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD(D:help) in adobe's Portable Document Format(PDF) The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD.[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 82 82 USB-Schnittstelle (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) USB interface (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) Using the “ removable Disk ” function ✤ Y ou can easily transfer data from a memory stick to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. 1. Set the mode switch to memory , set the power switch to CAM or PLA Y[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 83 83 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MPEG4 movie ✤ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movie ■ Single ■ Slide show (Stil[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 84 84 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick ● Inserting the Memory Stick 1. T urn the Power switch to OFF . 2. Insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot located right side of the camcorder , in the direction [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 85 85 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory Stick. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) 86 86 ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored in the Memory Stick. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: ■ SERIES: When there are existing files, the new imag[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 87 87 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode. 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 88 88 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Audio cannot be recorded with still images onto the Memory Stick. Recording images to a Memory Stick 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to CAM. 3. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The sti[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 89 89 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. ✤ Y ou can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use th[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 90 90 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. ■ Single : T o view an image frame by frame. ■ Slide show : T o view all images automatical[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 91 91 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) T o view the Multi Display 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLA YER mode. ■ The last recorded image appears. 3. T o view six stored images on single screen, press the MUL TI butto[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 92 92 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick. ✤ Rewind the T APE to the point which you wants. 1. Set the power switch to the PLA YER mode. 2. Press the MENU button[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 93 93 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ Y ou can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF . ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRIN[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 94 94 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can protect important images from accidental erasure. ■ If you execute FORMA T , all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PL[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 95 95 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 96 96 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can use the MEMORY FORMA T functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Stick, including protected images. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. ✤ [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 97 97 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ Y ou can record the moving picture images with an audio on the Memory Stick. Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto MEMOR Y STICK 1. Check whether MEMORY STICK is inserted into th[...]

Aufl ö sung ausw ä hlen 1. Stellen Sie den Funktionsschalter auf MEMORY STICK. 2. Stellen Sie den Betriebsmodus-Schalter auf CAM. 3. Dr ü cken Sie die T aste MENU. 4. W ä hlen Sie mit dem Men ü -Einstellrad die Option MEMORY aus. 5. Dr ü cken Sie auf das Men ü -Einstellrad, um das Untermen ü aufzurufen. 6. W ä hlen Sie mit dem Men ü -Eins[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 99 99 Digitalkamera-Modus (nur VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i)) Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) ✤ The MPEG Playback function works in M. PLA Y mode only . ✤ Y ou can play the moving picture images on the Memory Stick. ✤ During the MPEG4 playback, you can hear sound at the PC speaker only . (Y ou cannot h[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 100 100 Hinweise zur Pflege des Camcorders Maintenance ✤ 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 . Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder . 1. Slide the T APE EJECT switch in the[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 101 101 Hinweise zur Pflege des Camcorders Maintenance 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 mode. 2. Insert the cleaning tape. 3. Press the[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 102 102 Hinweise zur Pflege des Camcorders Maintenance ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 103 103 Bei Problemen 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 co[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 104 104 Bei Problemen T roubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLA Y mode (VP-D230(i)/D250(i)/D270(i) only) slow There is no Memory stick in the camcorder . Insert a Memory Stick. MEMORY STICK! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory Stick. Erase recorded image. MEMORY FULL! slow There are no imag[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 105 105 Bei Problemen T roubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Y ou cannot switch the camcorder on. ST ART/STOP button does not operate while recording. The camcorder goes off automatically . The battery pack is quickly exhausted. When you see a blu[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 106 106 T echnische Daten Specifications • These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. 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 monitor/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD monitor Meth[...]

ENGLISH DEUTSCH 107 107 INDEX INDEX Accessories ................................ 12 Audio dubbing ............................. 64 AUDIO MODE ............................ 52 A V IN/OUT .................................. 77 Battery Pack ............................... 24 BEEP .......................................... 40 BLC ........................[...]

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