Samsung SC-DCl 73(U) manuale d’uso

DVD Camcorder SC-DC171/DCl 73(U)/DC175/DC575 J ENGLISH J AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, ptease read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. [ US PATENT 4415844 ] Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a danger of [...]

L ENGLISH Contents - _ t, aoi o _ - H o e - Features ............................................................................... 9 Learning about available Discs and Their Features ........... 10 How to use the DVD Camcorder easily .............................. 12 Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder ................ 13 Front & Left[...]

[ ENGLISH J Contents Making your First Recording .............................................. 44 Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) .......... 45 Zooming In and Out ............................................................ 46 Using the Fade in and Out (FADE) .................................... 47 Using Back Light Compensation Mod[...]

[ ENGLISH J Contents Setting the AV In/Out (SC-DC175/DC575 only) .................. 83 Viewing Recordings on a TV .............................................. 84 Copying a Disc onto a Tape................................................ 86 Using the Voice Plus .......................................................... 87 Recording (Copying) a TV [...]

[ ENGLISH J Contents Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad ................................. 115 Troubleshooting ................................................................. 116 Setting menu items ........................................................... 121 Disc Type Description ....................................................... 123 A[...]

I ENGLISH I Notes and Safety instructions 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 DVD Camcorder. 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. • If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degre[...]

I ENGLISH I Notes and Safety instructions = Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow colored side) of the disc with your fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly. = Use a soft cloth to clean the disc. = Clean lightly from the center of a disc to the outside edge. Circling or cleaning too [...]

[ ENGLBH Notes and Safety instructions = Do not leave the DVD Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F). For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight. = Do not let the DVD Camcorder get wet. Keep the DVD Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. The DVD Camcorder may get dam[...]

[ ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO recording with 3 1/2 inch (8cm) DVD-RW/ +RW/DVD-R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs. High Power Zoom Lens Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 34x (SC- DC171/DC173(U)/DC175 only) Zoom Lens, 26x Zoom Lens (SC-DC575 only). USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder This DVD Camcorder can record or play back by using 3 1/2 inch (8cm) DVD-R/+R DL/-RW/+RW discs (not supplied) only. Please check whether your disc is proper for use. Which discs can be used in the DVD Camcorder? DVD-R DVD+R DL You can make only one recording on a disc, You cannot dele[e or ec [ [ne &qu[...]

J ENGLISH J Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Which discs recorded on the DVD Carncorder can be played in DVD players/recorders/drives? Discsmust be finalized before they can be played in regular DVD players/recorders/drives. Finalizing is a process required to make the DVDdiscs you recorded on the camcorder playable in DVD players/ recorders/driv[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder You can record any desired image and edit and playback the disc on a DVD Camcorder, most common DVD players, and PCs after finalizing the disc. - Discs must be finalized before they ca n be played on standard DVD players/recorders/drives. I ,, You may play back DVD÷RW discs on other devices without fi[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your DVD Camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSMS0) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. AV Cable 4. instruction Book/Quick Guide 5. Lithium Batteries for Remote Control (SC-DC175/DC575 only) and Clock. (TYPE: CR20[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 3 4 5 IlIustrations of model SC-DCI73U are used in this owner's instructions. Although the models covered in this manual look different, they all operate in a similar way, 1. ACCESS indicator '-*page 41 2. OPEN Switch '-*page 41 3. Lens 4. LIGHT (SC-DC173U/DC175/DC575 only) "*page 5[...]

[ ENGLISH [ Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1. Built-In Speaker 2. LCD ENHANCER Button '=,page 39 3. Zoom (W/T)NOL (A/Y) Button _page 46164 4. Record Start/Stop Button ".page 44 5. MENU Button 6. DISPLAY Button ".page 29 7. C.NITE/LIGHT/S.SHOW Button (SC-DC173U/DC175/DC575 only) '-,page 49150195 C.NITE/S.SHOW Button (SC-DC173[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1 7 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 1. PHOTO Button (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 onty) ",page 94 2. Focus Adjustment Knob ='page 39 3. Viewfinder 4. Record Start/Stop Button =,page 44 5. Power Switch (ONlOFFl_ (Camera)ll-_-I(Player)) 6. USB Jack (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 7. Zoom (W/T) Lever '=,page 46[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1 2 1. Charging Indicator 2. Lithium Battery Cover 3. AV Jack 4. DCIN Jack 5. Hand Strap Hook 6. Tripod Receptacle 7. Memory Card Slot (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 8. BATT. RELEASE Switch Usable Memory Cards (2GB Max) (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) SD MMC[...]

I ENGLISH I Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1, START/STOP 2, DISPLAY _page29 3, I_,q / _-I (Skip) 4, [] (Stop) 5, _,N (Play/Still) 6, MENU 7, Up(^)lDown(v)lLeft( < )lRight( >)lOK 8. PHOTO "*page 94 9. W/T (Zoom) "*page 46 10. _ / _,_,(Search) 11, I_ (Slow) 12. Q-MENU[...]

I ENGLISH I Preparation 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 DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. Press the [Zoom] lever and [Record Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1. Pull [...]

I ENGLISH I Preparation Lithium Batterv installation for the internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive (+) terminal face up. Be careful not to reverse the polarity o[...]

I ENGLISH I Preparation *:* Use the SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 (not supplied) Battery Pack only. *:o The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF]. 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the DVD Camcorder. 3. Connect the AC Power adapter(AA-E9 TYPE) to a walt socket. 4.[...]

[ ENGLISH [ Preparation Charging, Recording Times based on 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 below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. , The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are [...]

]ENGLISH] Preparation 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 (red) e. Completely used (Blinking) (The DVD Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.) I a b f, c e The Finalize/Format function[...]

[ ENGLISH Preparation Maintaining the Battery Pack = Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time. , The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. , The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured[...]

J ENGLISH J Preparation + There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD Camcorder. - The AC Power adapter: used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the DVD Camcorder without having to worry about the battery power. You[...]

I ENGLISH I Preparation *:o The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] and [Mode] (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575only) switch. °:- Set the Operation Mode by adjusting the [Power] and [Mode] (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) switches before operating any functions. °:o Each time you move the [Power] switch downward, it toggles between[...]

I ENGLISH I Preparation -:o Q.MENU is used to access DVD Camcorder functions by using the [Q.MENU] button. -:* Q.MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button. Functions available using the Q.MENU are as below: DIS Program AE White Balance BLC Shutter Exposure Delete Partial Delete New P]aylist Delete BLC Phot[...]

I ENGUSH I Preparation 1. Battery Level -`page 23 20. Remaining Time - _:i_ _raM_ 2. Manual focus -`page 53 • 21. Record Mode -page 43 EASY.Q '=,page 45 • 22. Operating Mode 3. DiS '=,page 81 23. Zoom Position _page 46 4. Program AE '=,page 54 Digital Zoom Position 5. White Balance Mode -page 62 _page 56 24. LCD Enhancer '-*[...]

I ENGUSH I Preparation 1, 2. 3. 4. 5, 6, 7, 8. g, Photo Quality _page 91 Photo Size (SC-DC575 only) -`page 92 Remaining Time (Recordable time of moving images) CARD (Memory Card) Indicator image Counter [Total number of recordable photo images) Slide Show -page 95 Erase Protection Indicator -`page 96 Print Mark "page 103 Folder Number-File Num[...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting • System Menu Setting -:o Clock setup works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. '-*page 26 °:* The date/time is automatically recorded onto a disc. Before recording, please set the date/time. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to[...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting : System Menu Setting *:o The Remote function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. =page 26 *:* The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the DVD Camcorder. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [1_ (Camera}] or [l_(Playe[...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting : System Menu Setting 4° The Beep Sound function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. ",page 26 *'.* You can turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (SC-DC173(U)/DO175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch[...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting : System Menu Setting *:o The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. '='page 26 + You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, the shutter wifl sound with each press of the [PHOTO] button. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ _ (Camera)] 3. Press the [MENU] button. [...]

I ENGLISH I InitiaJ Setting • System Menu Setting -:- The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. ",page 26 -:- You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [1_ (Ca[...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting • System Menu Setting *:* The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera Mode with no disc inserted in the unit. '=,page 26 *:* Before you begin: Make sure that there is no disc inserted in the DVD Camcorder. "*page 41 *:o Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included [...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting • Display Menu Setting + Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. "-.page 26 *:* Your DVD Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (SC-DC171 only) / 2.7 inch wide (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are[...]

I ENGLISH I InitiaJ Setting • Display Menu Setting -:o The Date/Time function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. ",page 26 °:* The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the disc. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [1_ [...]

I ENGLISH I Initial Setting • Display Menu Setting -:o The TV Display function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. _page 26 °:* You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). This allows you to set the OSD for viewing on the viewfinder, LCD screen or an external TV. Use the [DISPLAY] button to turn the OSD [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Before Recording + You can view pictures through the viewfinder to avoid running down the battery, or to see correct images when the picture on the LCD Screen is poor. *:* In the [11_ (Camera)] or [[_E](Player}] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. AcFustin the Focus The focus adjustment knob of t[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Before Recording *:o 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 record[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Before Recording + When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force. It may cause a malfunction. *:° You cannot open the disc cover while loading. *:* Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) and the [Power] switch to [l_(Camera)] to view menus and messages displayed on [...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted. Recognition of the disc will start. For a DVD-R/+R DL disc: Formatting wilt automatically begin. For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc is not formatted. Format?> message. Video (Video Mode) : If the disc has been finalize& you wi[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Before Recording + The Record Mode function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. _page 26 *:* This DVD Camcorder can film in the XP (extra play), the SP (standard play) and the LP (long play) modes. The SP mode is set as the factory default. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set t[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording 1. Connect a power source to the DVD Camcorder. '-pages 2% 25 = (A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter) = Insert a disc. ",page 41 2. Remove the Lens Cover. 3. Open the LCD Screen = Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) = Set the [Power] switch to [_ (Camera)]. Make sure [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording + The EASY.Q function works only in Camera Mode. ",page 26 + The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ _ (Camera)] 3. By pressing the [EASY.Q] button, all functions on the DVD [...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording + The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M,Cam Mode. "'page 26 *:* Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. *:o You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. *:* Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the zoom feat[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording + The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. -page 26 4- You 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. To Start Recording 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. S[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording -:o BLC works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. '-page 26 -:* 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[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording +:o Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode. '=,page 26 +:* You can make the subject recorded appear to be in stow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colors. *:* Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use the Color Nite function. (SC-DC1[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording + The LIGHT function works only in Camera Mode. -page 26 *:* The LIGHT enables you to record a subject in dark places. *:o The LIGHT can be used with Color Nite function only. *:* Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use this function. ",page 60 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switc[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording + The Wind Cut function works only in Camera Mode. '='page 26 + 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 are efiminated alo[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording o._, The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode. _page 26 The Shutter Speed refers to to the amount of time it takes the shutter to open and close. The faster the speed is set, the less light enters the lens. + The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. _page 26 Setting th[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording + The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. '_page 26 *:o 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 [...]

[ ENGUSH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording -.'. The Program AE function works only in Camera Mode. '-.page 26 + 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 (1_])> mode - Auto balance between[...]

I ENGLBH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Setthe [Power] switch to [_(Camera)] 3. Press the [MENU] button. = The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick]. 5. Move the [Joystick] up or do[...]

[ ENGUSH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording ****The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. _page 26 *:* The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the subject in any recording condition *:o You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image color. = Auto [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Custom White Balance *:* You can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ i_ (Camera)] 3. Press the [MENU] button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Mov[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording *:* The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode. ",page 26 *:* The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. *:o Select the appropriate Digitat Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. °:* There are 10 Digital E[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DtSC]. (SD-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [_(Camera)] 3. Press the [MENU] button. = The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick]. 5. Move the [Joystick][...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording + The 16:9 Wide function works only in Camera Mode. '-page 26 *:* Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV. *:o 16:9 Wide is the default setting for models SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording + The DIS function works only in Camera Mode. '-'page 26 + DIS (Digital image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD Camcorder (within reasonable limits). + It provides more stable pictures when: - Recording with the zoom (Digital Zoom[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording + The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode. "page 26 + Zooming more than 34x (SC-DC171/DC173(U)/DC175 only) or 26x (SC-DC575 only) is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom. + The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. + Please d[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist + The thumbnail index displays multiple titles scenes that have been recorded. *:o Atitle scene is created between the points where you start and stop a recording. Once deleted, you cannot recover the title scene again. Current title scene/-- Total title scenes Thumbnail view- Previous page Ne[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder The recorded title scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images)on the LCD Screen. (_ You can find the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the TFT LCD screen is closed_ you can view the recording through the viewfinder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote c[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder *:o These functions work only in Player Mode. =page 26 *:* Play, Stilt, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control. (SC-DC175/DC575 only) + Slow playback is accessible only using the remote control. (SC-DC175/DC575 only) Playback/Still/Sto_ = Press the [Joys[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder Picture Search (Forward/Reverse) = Moving the [Joystick] left/right once while a disc is playing back wilt increase the play speed to approximately X2, and pressing twice plays at approx xl 6. = When the number 1 appearson the OSD, it means X2 speed.When the number 2 appears onthe OSD, it meansX16 speed. = To resume normal[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder -:o Delete function works only in Player Mode. '=,page 26 -:* Individual or all title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) (_ 2. Set the [Power] switch to [[]_(Player)]. = The thumbnail index screen appears. 3. Press the [Q.MENU] button. 4. Move the [Joystick) up or[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder + Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. '-,page 26 [_ *:* Atitle scene can be partially deleted. *:* The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. '-page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Playlist *:o This function works only in Player Mode. _page 26 [_ °:* The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. "-,page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DtSC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [[_(Player}]. • The thumb[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Playlist + This function works only in Player Mode. "page 26 *:* The playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD Screen. If the LCD Screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfinder. Use the playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. (SC-DC1[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Playlist *:* Delete function works only in Player Mode. ",page 26 *:* You can delete undesired ptaylists. *:o The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. ",page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [P[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Playlist + This function works only in Player Mode. '-*page 26 *:o You can add more scenes to an existing playlist. *:* The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. "*page 42 1. Set the [Model switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) [_ [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Playlist + This function works only in Player Mode. _page 26 ****You can change the order of scenes within a playlist. *:° The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. ",page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. S[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Playlist + This function works only in Player Mode. ",page 26 ****You can delete scenes from a playtist. *:o The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. ",page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) [_ 2. Set the [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Playlist + This function works only in Player Mode. -page 26 **** A scene inside the playlist can be partially deleted. *:o The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. ",page 42 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. S[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Playlist 8. Use the [Joystick] to search the start point of the scene to be deleted. Whenever you press the [Joystick] right, it toggles between forward at speed 1 and 2. Whenever you press the [Joystick] left, it toggles between backward at speed 1 and 2. (When the number 1 appears on the OSD_it means X2 speed. When the [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager -:o This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. =page 26 °'.* It shows you disc information such as the disc name, disc type, disc format, etc. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ I_ (Camera)] or [I'iiii_(Player)] 3. Press t[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager 4° This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. ",page 26 -:* You can specify a disc name. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [l_t_ (Camera)] or [(];'](Player)] 3. Press the [MENU] button. = The menu list will appear. 4. Move [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager -:o This function works only in Camera Mode. '-',page 26 °:* You can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, alt existing data wilt be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ !_1_ (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] butto[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager + This function works only in Camera Mode. ",page 26 *:* To play the contents of a DVD-RW/-R/+R DL on other DVD Players/Recorders/Drives, you must finalize the disc. When finalizing, there should be enough power in the batteries. If an the AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jack is proper[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager + The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive). 1. Turn on your PC. ................................ 2. Insert a finalized disc into the DVD drive of the PC. • DVD playback application software starts and the disc will play. • If DVD playback application does not start automa[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager + This function works only in Camera Mode. "*page 26 *.** If a DVD-RW disc had been finalized in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unfinaiize the disc for further recording. *:o When unfinatizing, there should be enough power in the batteries. If an AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jac[...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Connection *:o AM In/Out function works only in Player Mode. '-page 26 -:* AM In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources. Also you can send your videos to external devices for recording or playback. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (_ _- " 2. Set the [Power] switch to [[_(Player)]. 3. [...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Connection + The Playback function works only in Player Mode. ",page 26 Playing back on a TV Monitor + To play back a disc, the television must be NTSC compatible. '-',page 115 *:o We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder. a TV that has AudioNideo Input Jacks [...]

I ENGLISH I DVD Camcorder: Connection Connecting to a TV that has no Audio/Video input Jacks *:* You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the AV cable. • The yellow jack: Video • The white jack: Audio(L)- Mono • The red jack: Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. VCR 3. Set the [Mod[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Connection + The copying function works only in Player Mode. _'page 26 + Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape. *:o Set the <AV In/Out> to <Out> before copying to an external device. '-,page 83 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (SC-DC[...]

I ENGUSH I DVD Camcorder: Connection *:o The Voice Plus function works only in Player mode. -page 26 *:o This function enables you to narrate over a pre-recorded disc via the DVD Carncorder's microphone. *:o When dubbing a DVD to other AV devices (DVD Recorder, VCR), the Voice Plus feature dubs your voice from the internal microphone of the DV[...]

[ ENGLISH ] DVD Camcorder: Connection o:. The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode. '..,page26 ¢ Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the AV jack to record a TV program or copy a video tape to a disc. Set the AV In!Out before Recording (Copying) _page 83 Recording (Copying) onto a Disc 1. Get your TV or VCR read[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + This DVD Camcorder can use SD memory cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. + The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving images recorded by the DVD Camcorder. *:o Before inserting or e[...]

ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) NQt_; Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card. Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing photo images or formatting the Memory Card. Do not place the Memory Card near a strong electro-magnetic device. Do not allow metal substances to come[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) -:o Photo Quality function works in both Player Mode and M.Cam Mode. '-*page 26 -:* You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded. Select the Photo Quality 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. If the [Mode] switch is set to [DISC], set the [Power] swi[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) *:o Photo Size function works only in M.Cam Mode. ",page 26 °:* You can select the size of a photo image to be recorded. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [_,(Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. = The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joyst[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) -:* File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode. "*page 26 -:* File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. -:o File numbers may be set as follows: - Series: When there are existing flies, the new image will be nam[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + You may take photo images while in M.Cam Mode and store the images on the Memory Card. ",page 26 *:* You can take photo images using the remote control. (SC-DC175/DC575 only) + Audio will not be recorded with a photo image on to the Memory Card. + Please check the protectio[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + This function works only in M.Player Mode. '-*page 26 *:* You can playback and view photo images recorded on a Memory Card. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [[_(Player}]. = The thumbnail index of photo images appears. If there are no recorded[...]

[ ENGLBH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) *:* The Protect function works only in M.Player Mode. "*page 26 *:* You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images wilt be erased. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [[]E](Pla[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode. ",page 26 + You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. *:o If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. *:* An image which has been deleted cannot [...]

[ ENGLBH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) Deleting AH images at Once 6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete All>, then press the [Joystick]. • The message <Delete all?> is dispJayed. 7. Move the [Joystick] left or right to seJect <Yes> or <No>, then press the [Joystick]. 8. To exit, p[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) *:o The Format function works only in M.Player Mode. "*page 26 °:* You can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images. °:* The Format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. °:* If you[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + You can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode. "-,page 26 *:. You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card. *:o The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X480. Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card 1. insert the Memory Card. 2. Set the [M[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + The moving images playback function works only in M.Player Mode. '-',page 26 *:* You can play the moving images stored on a Memory Card. Stereo audio is played back at the same time. *:o The moving images wilt look better when played back on a PC. 1. Set the [Mode] swi[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) + This function works only in Player Mode. "-page 26 *:- If you press the [PHOTO] button during DVD disc playback, the disc stops and the image on the DVD disc is saved on the Memory Card. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [IJ_(Player}]. • The[...]

I ENGLISH I Digital Still Camera Mode (SC=DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) *:* The Print Mark function works only in M.Player Mode. ",page 26 ¢ This DVD Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ¢ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF. *:* Setting the Print Mark is [...]

[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) Removing the Print Mark To remove all Print Marks, select <All Off>. To remove an individual file's Print Mark, select the file and set <This File> to <000>. = You can directly access the Print Mark function by using the [Q.MENU] button. "-page 27 = If [...]

I ENGLISH I PictBridgeTM (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) *:o PictBridge function works only in M.Player Mode. =page 26 *:* By connecting the DVD Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. *:* With the PictBridge Support, you can contr[...]

[ ENGLBH ] PictBridgeTM (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) Setting the Number of Prints _ _ i I_{vl PEayel Mode 5_0 I_l 1. Move the [Joystick] up or down to seiect <Copies>, then press the [Joystick]. _ r_ 2. Move the [Joystick] up or down to set the number of prints, then press the [Joystick]. Settin the Date/Time Im tint O tion _ D_°_r'm_[...]

I ENGLISH I USB interface (SC=DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 onJy) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection + The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) -:o You can transfer a recorded file in memory Card to a PC via a USB connection. -:* if you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the soft[...]

ENGLISH ] USB interface (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a long time. On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly. Intel® Pentium III TM or Pentium 4 TM is a trademark of the Intel Corporation. Windows® is a regist[...]

I ENGLISH I USB interface (SO=DO173(U)/DC175/D0575 only) + The USB Connect function works only in M.Player Mode. '-*page 26 + Using the USB cable, you can connect your DVD Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card, or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set th[...]

[ ENGLISH ] USB interface (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) .._ ._i: li_il_ _:. When you nsta the DV Med a PRO software on your W ndows computer you can enjoy the ; _'_ following operations by connecting your DVD camcorder to your Compute r via a USB cable. E _'_ WI - V ew Movie Recordings and Photos on PC: DV Driver _ DirectX9.0 - Video Cod[...]

J ENGLISH J USB interface (SC=DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) 1. Click <Photo Express> on the Setup screen. • It is a photo editing tool that allows users to edit images. 1. Click <Quick Time> on the Setup screen. • QuickTime is Apple's technology for handling movie, sound, animation, graphics, text, music, and even 360-degree virtu[...]

[ ENGLISH ] USB interface (SC-DC173(U)/DCI75/DC575 only) 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the DVD Camcorder. (USB jack) • If a PC is connected to the DVD Camcorder with a USB cable, only [Power] switch_ [Mode] switch_ [Zoom] lever can be operated. Disconnectinq the US[...]

I ENGLISH I USB interface (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) Using the DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera *:* This function works only in Camera Mode. "-,page 26 *++* To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9,0 programs must be installed in the PC. *++* You can use this DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera. *:+ When you connect to [...]

[ ENGLISH ] USB interface (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) Using the USB Streaming Function -:- This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. "-,page 26 *:* To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. *:* You can view DVD Carncorder video on your PC using USB streaming. *:* Yo[...]

[ ENGLISH J Maintenance *:o Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. *:* Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources , You can use your DVD 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 n[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting -:o Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display in <Camera/Player> Modes Change to a charged one. insert a disc. Change to a new disc. Erase recorded image. Eject and re-insert the d[...]

I ENGLISH I Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in <M.CamlM.Player> Modes (SC-DC173(U)/DC175/DC575 only) No memory card! Memory card full Memory card read error Memory card write error Not formatted! No file! Write protect ! Slow (M.Cam) (M.Player) Stow Stow Slow Stow There is no Memory Card in the DVD Camcorder. insert a Memory Card. Ther[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting *:_ tf these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service certre. • Check the Battery Pack or the AC Power adapter. You cannot switch the DVD Camcorder on. • Replace it with a fully charged battery pack. • You have left the DVD Camcorder set to STBY for more than 5 minutes[...]

Troubleshooting I ENGLISH I Auto focus does not work. When the power is turned off and then turned on, a blue screen appears instead of Pressing the [Record Start/Stop] button does not start recording. Check the Manual Focus menu. Auto focus does not work in the Manual Focus mode. = If the DC Adapter is connected, remove the cord, turn on the Power[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting , Check the Power supply (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) is properly Playback screen interrupted unexpectedly, connected and stable. • A disc with data that had been recorded using other devices may not Cannot play back a recorded DVD-RW/ properly work with this DVD Camcorder. • A DVD-RW disc recorded in VR mode c[...]

I ENGLISH I Troubleshooting Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function 54 White Balance Setting White Balance ,/ ,/ 56 Digital Effect Setting the Digital special effect ,/ 58 Shutter Setting the Shutter speed ,/ 52 Camera Exposure Setting the Exposure value ,/ ,/ 52 16:9 Wide Setting the 16:9 Wide mode ,/ 60 DIS Selecting the Digital Image Stabil[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting ' I Clock Set Setting the date/time ,/ ,/ ,/ Remote III Beep Sound System Shutter Sound* USB Connect* Language Demonstration []: SC-DC175/DC575 only ,/ 3o Using the remote control v_ '/ v_ '/ 31 Setting the Beep sound ,z ,z ,z ,/ 32 Setting the Shutter sound v_ 33 Selecting the USB device '/ 109 Selec[...]

I ENGLISH I Miscellaneous information Disc Type DVD-R (3 i/2 ") DVD+R OL (3 I/2 ") DVD+RW (3 I/2 ") I I Mode _ - _ - VR (Video Recording) Video _ - Capacity 1.4G 2.EG 1.4G 1.4G 1.4G Forma_ing a new disc : _page 42 Auto Auto O ::: O • Recording '_page 44 O O O O O Rewrite X X O O O Playback on other DVD Players _ O O X O O &apo[...]

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[ ENGLISH index Accessories ...................................... 13 Add .................................................... 72 AF/MF ................................................ 53 AV in/Out ........................................... 83 Beep Sound ....................................... 32 BLC ...............................................[...]

[ ENGLISH ] Warranty (SEA users only) SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, S[...]

I ENGLISH I Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG Reqion Country Customer Care Center Noah America Latin America Kulope CIS Asia Pattie Middle East & AIiica customer care center. CANADA MEXICO USA ARGFNTINE BRAZIL CHILE COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATFMALA J[...]

[ ENGLISH ] THiS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-8OO-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.con_ RollS compliant Our product complies with "The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances [...]