Samsung VP-D453(i) 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 VP-D451(i)/D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.[...]

ENGLISH Contents 2 2 Notes and Safety Instructions ................................................................................................. ...................................... 6 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder ................................................................................................ ............................. 1[...]

ENGLISH Contents 3 3 Basic Recording ................................................................................................................ ........................................... 35 Advanced Recording............................................................................................................. .........................[...]

ENGLISH Contents 4 4 Playback ....................................................................................................................................................................... 68 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) Only) ................................................................... ........... 86 IEEE13[...]

Index ........................................................................................................................................................................... 118 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ............................................................................................ ........................119 PictBridge [...]

ENGLISH 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 using the LCD screen. ■ Open the LCD screen with your [...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 7 7 T elevision program me s, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program me 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 [...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 8 8 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 th[...]

ENGLISH 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 s[...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 10 10 Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 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. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 3 months under normal operation from the time of installation. 3.[...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 11 11 Features ■ Multi OSD Language Y ou can select the desired OSD language from OSD List. ■ Digital Data T ransfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport [...]

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 (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 7. Software CD (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 8. Lens Cover 9. Lens [...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 13 13 Front & Left V iew 1. Lens 2. LED Light (see page 49) (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Remote Sensor (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) 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 (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 10. A V/S-Vid[...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 14 14 Left Side V iew 3. DISPLA Y 2. Mode Switch (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 1. Speaker 5. Viewfinder 4. Focus Adjustment Knob 7. COLOR NITE/PB ZOOM 6. Function buttons S.SHOW MULTI FADE BLC REC SEARCH 1. Speaker 2. Mode Switch (MEMOR Y/T APE) (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. DISPLA Y (see page 25) [...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 15 15 Right & T op V iew 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 2. MENU button 3. Start/Stop button 4. Power Switch 1. Menu Selector (VOL/MF) 5[...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 16 16 Rear & Bottom V iew 1. Memory Card Slot (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 2. Charging indicator 3. RESET button (see page 52) 4. T ripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release 4. T ripod Receptacle 1. Memory Card Slot (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 5. Battery Release 2. Charging indicator 3. RESET button [...]

ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 17 17 Remote Control (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 1. PHOTO (see page 67) 2. ST ART/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 43) 4. ZERO MEMOR Y (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. (STI[...]

ENGLISH Preparation 18 18 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[...]

ENGLISH Preparation 19 19 ✤ 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 bat[...]

ENGLISH Preparation 20 20 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 m[...]

ENGLISH Preparation 21 21 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. 1. Attach the Battery pack to the Camcorder . 2. Connect the AC [...]

ENGLISH Preparation 22 22 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 automatically . ✤ The continuous recording time given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. [ Notes ] ■ The Battery pack should [...]

ENGLISH Preparation 23 23 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 co[...]

14min Sound[2] 0:00:00:10 00:00 1.JAN.2005 † … SP √ [10] AV I n 16BIt 14min 10Sec 0:00:1 1 00:00 1.JAN.2005 Color N.1/25 [29] SP STBY Art 16BIt W T S. 1/50 † … † … ENGLISH Preparation 24 24 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. DI[...]

T urning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ENGLISH Preparation 25 25 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 S[...]

ENGLISH 26 26 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu[...]

ENGLISH System Menu Setting 27 27 ✤ 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. ?[...]

✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH System Menu Setting 29 29 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. P[...]

✤ 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[...]

32 32 ENGLISH Display Menu Setting ✤ This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Y our Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch Colour 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 o[...]

33 33 ENGLISH Display Menu Setting ✤ 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ T[...]

✤ 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 Viewfinder only . - On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, V iewfinder and TV . - Use the DISPLA Y button located at the left side of the Camcorder to turn the OSD [...]

Adjusting the Focus ENGLISH Basic Recording 35 35 ✤ 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. [ Not[...]

36 36 ENGLISH 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 ca[...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 37 37 ✤ 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 [...]

38 38 ENGLISH 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 th[...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 39 39 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) Make[...]

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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. By pressing the EASY .Q button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings wi[...]

ENGLISH 41 41 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[...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 42 42 ✤ 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 pl[...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 43 43 ✤ 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 [...]

44 44 ENGLISH 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 loo[...]

ENGLISH 45 45 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list [...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 46 46 ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH Basic Recording 47 47 ✤ 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. B[...]

ENGLISH 48 48 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 f[...]

Danger (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ENGLISH Basic Recording 49 49 ✤ 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D45[...]

ENGLISH 50 50 Advanced Recording Setting menu Items Use of various Functions Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Page M.Player ! M.Cam ! Player Camera Camera T ape Record Memory ! Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Macro DIS Digital Zoom Photo Search Photo Copy Audio Select Rec Mode Audio Mode Wind Cut A V In/Out @ Memory T ype # Photo Quality M.Play[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 51 51 Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Page M.Player ! M.Cam ! Player Camera Display System LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time TV Display Clock Set Remote ! Beep Sound Shutter Sound ! USB V ersion ! USB Connect ! Language Demonstration ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ?[...]

ENGLISH 52 52 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 messa[...]

ENGLISH 53 53 Advanced Recording ✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player (VP-D451i/D453i/D454i/D455i 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 with a DVM60 tape. - LP (long play): This mode pe[...]

ENGLISH 54 54 Advanced Recording ✤ 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) t[...]

ENGLISH 55 55 Advanced Recording ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 56 56 Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure Recommended Shutter Speeds when 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[...]

ENGLISH 57 57 ✤ 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 unr[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 58 58 ✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ 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 good quality image colour . ■ Auto ( ): This mode is g[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 59 59 ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 60 60 ✤ 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.) [...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 61 61 ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 62 62 ✤ 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 i[...]

ENGLISH 63 63 Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE √ Auto √ Auto √ Off √ Off √ Off √ Off Move Select Exit MENU Camera Mode √ Camera Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Macro DIS Digital Zoom Move Select Exit MENU Camera Mode Back Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Macro DIS Digital Zoom Auto Sports Portrait Spotlight San[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 64 64 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 ef fect you wish to create. ✤ There are 1 1 digital eff[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 65 65 Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 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[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 66 66 Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom Selecting the Digital Zoom ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH Advanced Recording 67 67 Searching for a Photo Image Photo Image Recording √ Sound[1] Move Select Exit MENU Player Mode √ T ape Photo Search Photo Copy Audio Select Search Cancel Exit MENU œ œ œ œ / √ √ √ √ SP 25min Photo searching... 0:44:38:03 Search Cancel Exit MENU œ œ œ œ / √ √ √ √ SP 0:41:56:10 25min Photo [...]

ENGLISH 68 68 Playback Playing back a T ape you have recorded on the LCD Screen Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. [...]

ENGLISH Playback 69 69 ✤ 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 . (VP-[...]

ENGLISH 70 70 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 P AL compatible. (see page 1 13) ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power sourc[...]

ENGLISH 71 71 Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks 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 s[...]

ENGLISH 72 72 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. (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ The F .ADV(Frame advance), X2 and SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ T o prevent tape[...]

ENGLISH 73 73 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 contro[...]

ENGLISH 74 74 Playback Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ✤ 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 . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Press the PB ZOOM button during playback or still mode. 4. Th[...]

✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH 76 76 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. ✤ [...]

ENGLISH 77 77 Playback 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 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 , t[...]

ENGLISH 78 78 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. ■ Wit[...]

ENGLISH 79 79 IEEE1394 Data T ransfer Recording with a DV Connection Cable (VP-D451i/D453i/D454i/D455i only) System Requirements DV USB AV/ S ■ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 80 80 USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 81 81 ✤ 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; VP-D454(i)/D455(i) only), or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the Power switch[...]

ENGLISH 82 82 USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 83 83 USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ T o play back MPEG4 movies 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 camera or scanner is connected, ple[...]

ENGLISH 84 84 USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ T o use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programmes 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 [...]

ENGLISH 85 85 USB Interface (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ T o use USB streaming, the DV Driver , V ideo Codec, DirectX 9.0. programmes 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?[...]

ENGLISH 86 86 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 accid[...]

ENGLISH 87 87 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 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 Ca[...]

ENGLISH 88 88 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 89 89 ✤ Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. (VP-D454(i): 16MB/VP-D455(i): 64MB) ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 90 90 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH 91 91 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 , th[...]

ENGLISH 92 92 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 name[...]

ENGLISH 93 93 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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. ✤ Audio will not be recorded wi[...]

ENGLISH 94 94 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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. [...]

ENGLISH 95 95 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) T o view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLA YER . 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMOR Y . ■ 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 / (R[...]

ENGLISH 96 96 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 MEMOR Y . ■ Th[...]

ENGLISH 97 97 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH 98 98 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 delete[...]

ENGLISH 99 99 ✤ 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 t[...]

ENGLISH 100 100 ✤ 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. ✤ The Memory Card supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted alrea[...]

ENGLISH 101 101 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ Y ou can record video with audio on the Memory Card. ✤ The screen format of the video to be recorded is 720x576. ✤ 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 , ins[...]

ENGLISH 102 102 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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. [...]

ENGLISH 103 103 ✤ 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 Me[...]

ENGLISH 104 104 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 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[...]

ENGLISH 105 105 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) ✤ 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 . [...]

ENGLISH 106 106 ✤ 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 [...]

ENGLISH 107 107 ✤ 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 ima[...]

ENGLISH 108 108 ✤ 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[...]

ENGLISH 109 109 Connecting to a Printer Selecting Images Setting the Number of Prints ✤ 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 Su[...]

ENGLISH 110 110 Printing Images PictBridge TM (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 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/T ime display type, then press the Menu selector . ■ Date/T ime Display type: Off, Date, T ime, Date&a[...]

ENGLISH 111 111 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 . The Battery pack should be released after recording is completed. 1. Slide the T APE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. ?[...]

ENGLISH 112 112 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 . 2. Set the Mode switch to T APE . (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) 3. Insert the cleani[...]

ENGLISH 113 113 Maintenance ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour 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 ,[...]

ENGLISH 114 114 T roubleshooting Moisture Condensation Self Diagnosis Display ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, 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 Camc[...]

ENGLISH 115 115 Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D453(i)/D454(i)/D455(i) only) T roubleshooting 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 [...]

ENGLISH 116 116 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 vertica[...]

ENGLISH 117 117 - 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 screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD screen Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-Video[...]

ENGLISH 118 118 Index Accessories ................................................................................................12 AF/MF ....................................................................................................... 57 Audio dubbing ..........................................................................................[...]

ENGLISH 119 119 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the c[...]

This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased. However , Samsung Authorised Dealers and Authorised Service Centres in other[...]

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