Samsung VP W 97 manual

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Sobre todo, un manual de instrucciones Samsung VP W 97 debe contener:
- información acerca de las especificaciones técnicas del dispositivo Samsung VP W 97
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Normalmente es por la falta de tiempo y seguridad acerca de las funcionalidades determinadas de los dispositivos comprados. Desafortunadamente la conexión y el encendido de Samsung VP W 97 no es suficiente. El manual de instrucciones siempre contiene una serie de indicaciones acerca de determinadas funcionalidades, normas de seguridad, consejos de mantenimiento (incluso qué productos usar), fallos eventuales de Samsung VP W 97 y maneras de solucionar los problemas que puedan ocurrir durante su uso. Al final, en un manual se pueden encontrar los detalles de servicio técnico Samsung en caso de que las soluciones propuestas no hayan funcionado. Actualmente gozan de éxito manuales de instrucciones en forma de animaciones interesantes o vídeo manuales que llegan al usuario mucho mejor que en forma de un folleto. Este tipo de manual ayuda a que el usuario vea el vídeo entero sin saltarse las especificaciones y las descripciones técnicas complicadas de Samsung VP W 97, como se suele hacer teniendo una versión en papel.

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Sobre todo es en ellos donde encontraremos las respuestas acerca de la construcción, las posibilidades del dispositivo Samsung VP W 97, el uso de determinados accesorios y una serie de informaciones que permiten aprovechar completamente sus funciones y comodidades.

Tras una compra exitosa de un equipo o un dispositivo, vale la pena dedicar un momento para familiarizarse con cada parte del manual Samsung VP W 97. Actualmente se preparan y traducen con dedicación, para que no solo sean comprensibles para los usuarios, sino que también cumplan su función básica de información y ayuda.

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    V ideo Camcorder 8mm VP-W90/W95D/W97 Owner ’ s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. ENGLISH S T A R T / S T O P S E L F T IM E R Z E R O R E T U R N S T IL L C O U N T E[...]

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    ENGLISH T able of Contents 2 Precautions and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap .................................................................................... ...............................16 Lithium Battery Installation .............................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 3 T able of Contents (continued) DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer , VP-W97 only) ......................................................................................................................33 MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ................................................................................................ ..............[...]

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    Pr ecautions and Safety Instructions T aking care of the battery pack 4 ENGLISH ✤ Do not let the LENS point toward the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD. (*CCD: Charge Coupled Device) Precautions regarding the LENS ✤ Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. Keep [...]

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    Pr ecautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding electronic viewfinder 5 ENGLISH 1) Do not place 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 in direct sunlight or by a window . 2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the view[...]

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    Pr ecautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the battery pack 6 ENGLISH ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting outdoors. ✤ T o preserve battery power , keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in ST ANDBY for more than 5 minutes wit[...]

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    Pr ecautions and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the hand strap 7 ENGLISH ✤ T o protect against tape and head-drum wear , your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is left in ST ANDBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes. Auto-off function in ST ANDBY mode ✤ It is very important to adjust the hand strap correctly to e[...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Features 8 ENGLISH Y our camcorder has many features available when recording or during playback. MUL TI OSD LANGUAGE Y ou can select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish. Snap Shot (VP-W97 only) The Snap Shot function allows you to record an object at a standstill for a limited time in CAMERA [...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Front V iew 9 ENGLISH 1. Lens (see page 61) 2. REC SEARCH (REW) REC SEARCH works in ST ANDBY mode. (see page 24) REW works in PLA YER mode. (see page 53) 3. PLA Y/STILL (see page 52) PLA Y/STILL works in PLA YER mode. 4. REC SEARCH (FF) REC SEARCH works in ST ANDBY mode. (see page 24) FF works in PLA YER mode. (see p[...]

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    ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our Camcorder 10 12. BA TTERY EJECT 13. MENU ON/OFF (see page 30) MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and PLA YER mode. 14. ENTER (MF) (see page 30) ENTER works in MENU mode. MF works in CAMERA mode. 15. UP/DOWN dial (see page 30) UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode. 16. PROGRAM AE (see page 36) PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in CAM[...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Rear V iew 11 ENGLISH 24. ZOOM (see page 28) 25. Cassette Compartment 26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 16) 27. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 51) 28. LENS Cover 29. Hand Strap (see page 16) 30. POWER Switch (see page 18) - CAMERA : Select to record. - OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder . - PLA YER : Select to pl[...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) ENGLISH 12 ✤ Y ou can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off. ✤ The TITLE, DA TE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off. ✤ The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor . a. Zoom position (see page 29) Indicates zoom posi[...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) 13 ENGLISH j. Time (see page 40) Shows the time of the recording. k. Title (see page 42) Shows the title of the recording. It is superimposed on the scene. l. Self diagnosis (see page 57) (T APE!, T APE END!, PROTECTION! ) Checks the operation of the Camcorder. m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) [...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder 14 ENGLISH Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder . Basic Accessory 1. AC Power Adapter . (see page 18) 2. AC cord. (see page 18) 3. Battery Pack. (see page 19) 4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51) 5. Shoulder strap. (see page 16) 6. Instruct[...]

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    Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Remote Control (VP-W97 only) 15 ENGLISH Description of Parts 1. Start/Stop (see page 23) 2. Self T imer 3. Still (see page 53) 4. WIDE (see page 28) 5. TELE (see page 28) 6. Display (see page 12) 7. (Play) (see page 52) 8. (FF) (see page 53) 9. (REW) (see page 53) 10. (Stop) (see page 52) 1 1. Counter Reset (see page[...]

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    ENGLISH Pr eparing 16 Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap 1. Set power switch to CAMERA. 2. Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on the Viewfinder: ■ W AIT -10S/SELF-30S ■ W AIT -10S/SELF-END 3. Press ST ART/ST OP button to start the timer . : After approximately 10 seconds, recording starts. : If you hav[...]

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    ENGLISH Pr eparing 17 ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title 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 8~10 months from the time of installation under normal operation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the d[...]

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    Pr eparing Connecting a Power Source 18 ENGLISH ✤ There are two types of power source available. - Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording. - Using the Battery Pack: used for mobile recording. T o use the AC Power Adapter 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note: The plug and wall [...]

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    Pr eparing T o use the Battery Pack ENGLISH 1 4 2 3 OFF 19 How long will the battery last for recording? ✤ Depends on how often you are likely to use the zoom feature during recording. Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder . 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord and plug the AC cord into a wall socket. 3. [...]

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    ENGLISH Pr eparing Using the Battery Pack ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time may dif fer dependent on camera settings and usage. Notes: ✤ The battery pack should be recharged in a room temperature that is between 0°C and 40°C. It should never be charged in a room temperature that is belo[...]

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    ENGLISH Pr eparing 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 Battery Level display ✤ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. 1. Fully charged 2. 10~40% consumed 3. 40~60% consumed 4. 60~80% consumed (prepare a charged one) 5. 80~95% consumed (change the battery) 6. 100% consumed (camcorder will turn off soon, change the batter[...]

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    Pr eparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette 22 ENGLISH ✤ There are several cassette types, depending on: - Colour system used - Recording/Playback time - Hi8 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ Check to see if the battery pack is in place or AC adapter is connected. 1. Press the EJECT button for Ejecting the Cassette Holder . - The compartment[...]

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    Basic Shooting Making the First Recording 23 ENGLISH REC X:XX:XX CAMERA BA TTERY Please check the following before recording. ■ Have you connected a power source? (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) ■ Have you set the power switch to the CAMERA position? ■ Have you inserted a cassette? (see page 22) ■ Make sure that STBY is displayed in the [...]

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    ENGLISH Basic Shooting 24 b. T o stop recording, press the red ST ART/STOP button again. When recording stops, STBY will be displayed on the Viewfinder . When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in ST ANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will turn off automatically . T o use it again, push the red ST AR T/STOP button or s[...]

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    Basic Shooting Tips for Stable Image Shooting 25 ENGLISH ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly . ■ T o avoid the risk of the lens COVER appearing in your shot, always clip it onto the hand strap. (refer to figure) Recording with the Viewfinder 1. Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap. (see page 16) 2. P[...]

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    26 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Reviewing a recording ✤ Y ou can review your recording on the Viewfinder . 1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and select PLA YER mode. 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. 3. Make sure that STOP is displayed in the OSD. 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the beginning. ■ T o stop REWIND, press the (S[...]

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    27 ENGLISH Basic Shooting Viewing a Still Picture ■ Press (PLA Y/STILL) button during playback. ■ T o resume playback, press the (PLA Y/STILL) button again. Picture Search ■ Press and hold (FF) or (REW) button during playback. ■ T o resume normal playback, release the button. PLA Y/STILL REW FF 00761D VP-W90 UK (20-43) 5/6/04 9:59 AM Page 2[...]

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    28 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Zooming In and Out ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Zooming is a technique that allows you to increase or decrease the size of the subject in the picture. For a more professional looking recording, don't use the zoom function too often. ✤ Y ou can also choose from two zoom speeds to suit different needs: [...]

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    29 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Digital Zoom ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Zooming more than 22x is achieved using digital technology . ✤ The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the “ T ” side. ✤ It is recommended that you use the DIS (VP-W97) feature with the DIGIT AL ZOOM for picture stability . (see page 33) 1.[...]

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    30 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting D.ZOOM 880 x W T Setting the DIGIT AL ZOOM ON/OFF (VP-W97) ✤ The DIGIT AL ZOOM feature is explained on page 29. 1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear . 3. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to D. ZOOM. 4. Press ENTER. ■ The DIGIT AL ZOOM setting will change. 5. Press [...]

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    Advanced Shooting EASY Mode (for Beginners) 31 ENGLISH ✤ Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following[...]

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    Advanced Shooting CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings 32 ENGLISH ✤ Y ou can customize the settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list. 3. T urn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM SET is [...]

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    33 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer , VP-W97 only) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: ■ Rec[...]

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    34 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) 2 3 ✤ The MF/AF function works in CAMERA 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 shooting. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusin[...]

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    35 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting BLC * BLC on * BLC off 4. T urn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused. 5. If the picture won't focus, zoom out until it becomes clear . 6. T o return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again. The MF symbol will disappear from the viewfinder . Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode[...]

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    36 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit dif ferent recording conditions. ✤ There are 6 automatic exposure modes. ✤ The flicker appears when photographing from the interior fluorescent lam[...]

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    37 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Setting the PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) mode 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the P .AE button, the ( ) symbol will be displayed. 3. Press the P .AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed. ( ➔➔➔➔ ) ■ No Display : Auto mode. Notes: ■ The P .AE mode chosen will be recorded on the [...]

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    38 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ✤ 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 shoot and the ef fect that you wish to give. ✤ There are several DSE modes. (VP[...]

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    ENGLISH 39 Advanced Shooting Selecting and recording DSE effects 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the DSE button, STROBE or SEPIA will be displayed. 3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed. 4. Press the ST ART/ST OP button to start recording. 5. T o exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or se[...]

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    40 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Setting and Recording the DA TE/TIME ✤ Setting and recording the date/time feature works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Y ou can record the date/time on your recording, so you know when it was made. The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed in the viewfinder . Setting a DA TE/TIME ✤ Setting DA TE/TIME is[...]

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    41 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. JAN. 2005 EXIT : MENU CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. FEB. 2005 EXIT : MENU CLOCK SETTING 0:00 1. FEB. 2005 EXIT : MENU 7. Press ENTER. ■ The month setting will blink. 8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month. 9. Press ENTER. ■ The day setting will blink. 10. Y ou set the year , hours and minute[...]

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    42 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Selecting and Recording a Title ✤ Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only . ✤ The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorder ’ s memory . ✤ Y ou can also select the language of the titles. Selecting a Language and Setting a Title ✤ Selecting a language[...]

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    43 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting 6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ Y ou may select from ENGLISH/FRAN Ç AIS/DEUTSCH/IT ALIANO/ ESP A Ñ OL/ PYCCKNZ . 7. Press ENTER. ■ Then, the title list in the launguage you chose will appear . 8. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to highlight the TITLE you desire. 9. Press ENTER. ■ The select[...]

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    Advanced Shooting 44 ENGLISH Fade In and Out ✤ The F ADE function works in CAMERA mode only . ✤ Y ou can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or end of a sequence. T o Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the F ADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fad[...]

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    45 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Snap Shot (VP-W97 only) ✤ With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder can function like a normal film camera, allowing you to take single still pictures. - The SNAP SHOT function only operates in the CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SNAP SHOT button when you have the picture you wish to[...]

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    46 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting White Balance ✤ WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any shooting condition. ✤ Y ou may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good colour quality of the image. - AUT O: This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically . - INDOOR ([...]

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    Advanced Shooting 47 ENGLISH Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear . 2. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to LANGUAGE and press the ENTER button. 3. T urn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language. ■ Y ou may select languages from ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ESP AÑOL. 4. Press the ENTER button. 5. T o exit[...]

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    48 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily . ✤ The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA mode when tape is not in the camcorder . ✤ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF . 1. Set the[...]

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    1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22) 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. ■ The MENU list will appear . 3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOUR.......WHITE. 4. Press ENTER. ■ A list of available colour will appear . 5. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate colour . 6. Press ENTER. 7. Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end[...]

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    50 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting Lighting T echniques 1. Eject the tape that you have shot. (see page 22) 2. If you want to protect the tape against accidental erasing, move the red tab on the cassette to cover the hole. 3. Set the POWER switch to OFF . 4. Close the LENS cover . 5. Remove the BA TTERY P ACK from the camcorder. ✤ When you use your cam[...]

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    51 ENGLISH Playing back the T ape ✤ T o view a tape that you have recorded. ✤ Playback function works in PLA YER mode only . ■ W atch on a TV monitor: recommended for indoor use. ✤ It is better to use a TV monitor to view tapes indoors. ✤ T o play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible colour system. (see page 56) Connecting to a T[...]

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    52 ENGLISH Playing back the T ape PLA YER PLA Y/STILL Note: ■ VP-W90/W95D/W97 feature a monaural audio system. If your TV or VCR are stereo, connect the audio cable to the input marked “L” of the TV or VCR. ■ Y ou can use the S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have the S-VIDEO connector on your TV . Playback 1. Use the T[...]

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    53 ENGLISH Playing back the T ape V arious Functions in PLA YER mode T o view a STILL picture (Playback pause) - Press (PLA Y/STILL) button during playback. - T o resume playback, press (PLA Y/STILL) button again. Note: Y our camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to prevent [...]

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    54 ENGLISH Playing back the T ape DSE in PLA YER mode ✤ The procedure for using DSE in PLA YER mode is the same as the procedure for using DSE in CAMERA mode, except that the power switch must be set to PLA YER instead of CAMERA. Please refer to pages 36 and 37. Note: The STROBE, NEG., MIRROR, MOSAIC, CINEMA and 16:9(WIDE) effects will not operat[...]

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    55 ENGLISH Maintenance Storing the Camcorder 1. Y ou must detach the BA TTERY P ACK from the camcorder when not in use. 2. Keep the camcorder in a ventilated, dry/warm place. 3. Store the camcorder were temperature changes will be minimal. (avoid places such as a garage, loft space or car .) 4. Store the camcorder on a stable surface. 2 1 4 3 Clean[...]

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    56 ENGLISH Using Y our Camcor der Abroad Using Y our Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour system. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following: Power sources ■ Y ou can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V , 50/60 Hz. ■ Were necessary , use a commercially availab[...]

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    57 ENGLISH T r oubleshooting Check T roubleshooting Check ✤ Before contacting a service centre, perform the following simple checks. They might save you the time and the expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Inform that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Exchange it with a charged one. fast the[...]

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    58 ENGLISH T r oubleshooting Check Checking ✤ If you run into any problem using the camcorder , use the following table to try and resolve the problem. ✤ If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: ■ The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder . ■ Y our warranty , if applicable. ✤ The[...]

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    59 ENGLISH T roubleshooting Check Symptom A vertical strip appears when you shoot a bright subject against a dark background. (candle flame, for example) The image in the viewfinder is blurred. The tape does not move when you press the play , Fast Forward or Rewind buttons. The Date T ime or T itle disap- peared even though you had it set. Explanat[...]

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    60 ENGLISH T r oubleshooting Check Moisture Condensation ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the camcorder , on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly . T o prevent possible d[...]

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    61 ENGLISH Specifications ✤ These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System VP-W90/W95D/W97 Recording system Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM Audio: FM monaural system Video signal P AL colour , CCIR standard Usable cassette Hi8 or 8mm T ape speed SP: 20.051 mm/sec Speed mode Record: SP only Playback: SP o[...]

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    62 ENGLISH Index - A - ABROAD ....................................................................56 AC POWER ADAPTER ..............................................18 AF ...............................................................................34 AUDIO ........................................................................51 AUTO FOCUSING ...[...]

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    63 ENGLISH Index - P - P AL .............................................................................56 PLA Y ...........................................................................52 PLA YER ......................................................................52 PORTRAIT MODE......................................................36 POWER C[...]

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    64 ENGLISH Power Sour ces (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a molded 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 cover [...]

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    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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