Samsung SCD5000 manuale d’uso

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-D6050(i) VP-D6040(i) ELECTRONICS * VP-D6050S(i)/D6040S(i) models and VP-D6050(i)/D6040(i) models have the sa[...]

ENGLISH Contents 2 2 Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................. ................................................................................ 8 Quick Start ..........................................................................................................[...]

ENGLISH Contents 3 3 Setting the Power Switch ...................................................................................................... ..................................................................................... 31 Using the 5-W ay Button ........................................................................................[...]

ENGLISH 4 4 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ............................................................................. ...................................................... 52 Setting the PROGRAM AE ..................................................................................................................................[...]

Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback ...................................................................................................................................................... 75 Searching Still Images ........................................................................................................ ..........................[...]

Viewing Still Images ............................................................................................................................................................................................100 Viewing a Single Still Image ............................................................................................................[...]

Using the Digital Zoom ...............................................................................................................................................................................................128 Rotating a Stored Picture ..........................................................................................................[...]

ENGLISH Start 8 8 Precautions on Camcorder Care ✤ Please note the following precautions for use: ✤ Please keep the device in a safe place. The device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children. Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction. Do not aim [...]

ENGLISH Start 9 9 Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and provides a variety of functions. Please read this manual in its entirety . ✤ Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order: 1. Install the battery pack. Insert a cassette (refer to page 47). 2. Insert the Memory Card[...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 10 10 Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen ✤ Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor . ✤ Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder . 1. LCD monitor is closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor. 3[...]

✤ T elevision programmes, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other programme materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws. ✤ All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation pro[...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 12 12 Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. ✤ T o preserve battery power , keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ If your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more th[...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 13 13 ✤ T o ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly . If a square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty . If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette. ✤ Do not use a wet-type cleaning[...]

ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 14 14 Notes Regarding the Hand Strap ✤ T o ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is properly adjusted. ✤ Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it. 1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC [...]

ENGLISH 15 15 ● Supports IEEE 1394 Digital Data Transfer By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK TM : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and inter-connectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images. ● I[...]

✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder . 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Power Cord 4. Multi-A V Cable 5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock 7. Shoulder Strap 8. USB Cable 9. Software CD 10. Remote Control 1 1. Memory Stick 12. Lens Cover 13. Sc[...]

ENGLISH 17 17 Getting to Know Y our Device Front & Left View 1 Built-in MIC 2 Built-in Flash 3 Camcorder Lens 4 Camera Lens 5 Focus Button MF/AF 6 Mode Dial for Camera 7 Display Button 8 5-way Button 9 Menu Button 10 EasyQ Button 1 1 LCD Open 12 Remote Signal Receiver 13 Charge Indicator 14 Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / V olume) 1. Bui[...]

ENGLISH 18 18 Getting to Know Y our Device Rear & Left View 1 PLA Y/STILL (F ADE) 2 STOP (BLC) 3 REW 4 Multiple Display 5 Delete 6F F 7 Built-in Speaker 8 USB Cable Jack 9 DV Cable Jack 10 Multi-A V Cable Jack 1 1 DC Power in Jack 12 Viewfinder 13 Battery Release 1 1. DC Power in Jack 10. Multi-A V Cable Jack 9. DV Cable Jack 8. USB Cable Jack [...]

ENGLISH 19 19 Getting to Know Y our Device Rear & Right View 1 PHOTO 2 FOCUS ADJUST 3 Power Switch 4 ST ART/STOP 5 Hand Strap Ring 6 SLOW SHUTTER 7 NIGHT CAPTURE 8 ZOOM LEVER 9 External MIC input jack 10 Memory Card Slot 1 1 Hand Strap 1. PHOTO 2. FOCUS ADJUST 3. Power Switch 4. ST ART/STOP 5. Hand Strap Ring 8. ZOOM LEVER 7. NIGHT CAPTURE 6. S[...]

ENGLISH 20 20 Getting to Know Y our Device Rear & Bottom View 1 Shoulder Strap Hook 2 Battery Release 3 T ripod Receptacle 4 T ape Eject Slide Button 5 Lithium Battery Holder 6 Hand Strap Ring 7 Hand Strap Hook 1. Shoulder Strap Hook 2. Battery Release 3. Tripod Receptacle 4. T ape Eject Slide Button 5. Lithium Battery Holder 6. Hand Strap Ring[...]

ENGLISH 21 21 Getting to Know Y our Device Remote Control 1 PHOTO 2 ST ART/STOP 3 SELF TIMER 4 ZERO MEMORY 5 PHOTO SEARCH 6 A.DUB 7 (FF) 8 (REW) 9 (PLA Y) 10 DIRECTION( , ) 1 1 F .ADV 12 (STOP) 13 (STILL) 14 (SLOW) 15 DA TE/TIME 16 X2 17 ZOOM 18 DISPLA Y 1. PHOTO 2. ST ART/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. (FF) 8. (REW) [...]

ENGLISH 22 22 Getting to Know Y our Device OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLA Y Modes) 1. Battery Level (refer to page 30) 2. EasyQ Mode (refer to page 44) 3. Slow Shutter (refer to page 63) 4. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 57) 5. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (refer to page 62) 6. SCENE (Program AE) Mode (refer to page 52) 7. [...]

ENGLISH 23 23 Getting to Know Y our Device OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes 1. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30) 2. F . No 3. Camera Mode (refer to page 82) 4. Vibration W arning (refer to page 109) 5. Flash Modes (refer to page 1 10) 6. Self Recording and Waiting Timer (refer to page 105) 7. Macro Mode (refer to page 1 14) 8. METER[...]

ENGLISH 24 24 Getting to Know Y our Device T urning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ● T urning the OSD on / off 1. Press the DISPLA Y button. Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off. 2. When you turn the OSD off, In REC mode : The STBY , REC, EASYQ modes are always displayed on the LCD monitor even when the OSD is turned[...]

ENGLISH 25 25 The Camcorder : Preparation How to Use the Remote Control ✤ Y ou need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: ✓ Y ou purchase the camcorder ✓ The remote control does not work ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly , matching the + and – markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the b[...]

ENGLISH 26 26 The Camcorder : Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap ✤ It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand Strap enables you to: - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom Lever , ST ART/STOP , and PHOTO buttons without having to chang[...]

ENGLISH 27 27 The Camcorder : Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder . - The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings. 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC Power Cord to a[...]

ENGLISH 28 28 The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the device. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC Power Cord and connect the AC Power Cord to a wall outlet. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the device. 4. T urn the device off and the charging indicator will start to flash, show[...]

ENGLISH 29 29 The Camcorder : Preparation ✤ When you close the LCD monitor, it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. ✤ The Battery Pack should be recharged in an environment between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). ?[...]

ENGLISH 30 30 The Camcorder : Preparation The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack. a. Fully Charged b. 20 ~ 40% used c. 40 ~ 80% used d. 80 ~ 95% used e. Exhausted (flickers) (The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible) A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to[...]

ENGLISH 31 31 The Camcorder : Preparation Setting the Power Switch ✤ Use the Power Switch to select the working mode of the device. 1. OFF mode: T urn the device off. T o recharge the Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is set to OFF . 2. REC mode: Record onto a cassette tape 3. PLA Y mode: Play a[...]

ENGLISH 32 32 The Camcorder : Preparation ✤ The 5-way button is used to make a selection, and to move the cursor left, right, up and down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu. ✤ The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes. 1. LEFT button 2. RIGHT button 3. DOWN button 4. UP button 5. OK[...]

ENGLISH 33 33 The Camcorder : Preparation Adjusting the LCD Monitor ✤ Y our camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display monitor , which enables you to view directly what you are recording or playing back. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adju[...]

ENGLISH 34 34 The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Viewfinder ✤ The Viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open. The FOCUS ADJUST on the viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the Viewfinder . 2. Use the FOCUS ADJUST on the Viewfinder to find the best picture. ?[...]

ENGLISH 35 35 The Camcorder : Preparation Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker ✤ The Built-In Speaker works only in PLA Y mode. ✤ When you use the LCD monitor for playback, you can hear the recorded sound through the Built- In Speaker. Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute the speaker volume while in PLA Y mode. T ake the[...]

Setting the brightness and colour of the LCD monitor MENU SUB MENU Functions Page ENGLISH 36 36 The Camcorder : Preparation Using the MENU ✤ Use the MENU button to change or select recording settings and hardware functions. ✤ MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder . It is easier to operate the unit using the [...]

ENGLISH 37 37 The Camcorder : Preparation ✤ Available menu items according to the current mode are shown below . MENU SUB MENU REC Mode Available Modes PLA Y Mode INITIAL CLOCK SET ✓ ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ (only without a tape) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ CAMERA A/V VIEWER REC PLA Y ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ?[...]

ENGLISH 38 38 The Camcorder : Functions ✤ CLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLA Y modes. ✤ The DA TE/TIME information is automatically recorded onto the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”, then press the OK button again. The CLOCK[...]

ENGLISH 39 39 The Camcorder : Functions ✤ Displays the DA TE / TIME on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a tape. ✤ The DA TE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLA Y modes. 1. T urn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN [...]

ENGLISH 40 40 The Camcorder : Functions ✤ The WL.REMOTE menu works in both REC and PLA Y modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”. The submenu includ[...]

ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions 41 41 ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”. The submenu including “BEEP SOUND” displays. 3. Press the DOWN to select “BEEP SOUND”, then press the OK button. BEEP SOUND[...]

ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions 42 42 ✤ The Demonstration automatically guides you through the major functions of your camcorder so that you may more easily take advantage of all the features provided. ✤ The DEMONSTRA TION is only available in Camcorder ’s REC mode (when no tape is inserted). ✤ The DEMONSTRA TION operates repeatedly until[...]

ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions 43 43 ✤ The TV DISPLA Y function works in both REC and PLA Y modes. ✤ Y ou can select the output path for the OSD (On Screen Display). OFF: The OSD appears only on the LCD monitor and the CVF . ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, the CVF and the TV screen. Use the DISPLA Y button located on the left side of [...]

ENGLISH 44 44 The Camcorder : Functions Using EASYQ Mode ✤ EASYQ mode only works in REC mode. ✤ EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings. 1. T urn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode. EASYQ will appear on the LCD along with Battery Level Display , STBY , Counter , [...]

ENGLISH 45 45 The Camcorder : Functions Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF) ✤ MF/AF mode only works in REC mode. ✤ In most situations, you will obtain the best results using AF (Auto Focus). ✤ Manual Focus may not be the optimum setting for everyday filming. ✤ Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions th[...]

ENGLISH 46 46 The Camcorder : Functions Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ✤ Y our camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a technique that lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps to create more professional looki[...]

ENGLISH 47 47 The Camcorder : Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ Do not apply excessive force when inserting a cassette or closing the cassette holder , as it may damage the moving parts. ✤ Do not use any tapes other than MiniDV cassettes. 1. T urn on your Camcorder , then slide the T APE EJECT button on the bottom of the camco[...]

ENGLISH 48 48 The Camcorder : Basic Recording ✤ When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from being accidentally erased . a. Protecting a Cassette: Push the Write Protect T ab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered. b. Removing Cassette Protection: If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, [...]

ENGLISH 49 49 The Camcorder : Basic Recording Making Y our First Recording Before you begin! - Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28) - Charge your battery (refer to page 28) - Set the Clock (refer to page 38) - Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47) 1. T urn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Open the LCD or v[...]

ENGLISH 50 50 The Camcorder : Basic Recording ✤ Y ou can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, – function while in STBY mode. REC SEARCH – enables you to play the recording backwards and REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as you keep either button pressed down. ✤ If you press the REC SEARCH – button just once whi[...]

ENGLISH 51 51 The Camcorder : Basic Recording Playing Back a T ape Y ou Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ✤ Y ou can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor . 1. T urn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47). 3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle of the sc[...]

ENGLISH 52 52 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode. ✤ It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different recording conditions as well as allowing creative control over the depth of field. ✤ The available Program AE mod[...]

ENGLISH 53 53 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording 1. T urn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button. The submenu including “PROGRAM AE” is displayed. 4. Press the OK button to se[...]

ENGLISH 54 54 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT .BALANCE) ✤ The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) determines colour using colour temperature, White Balance is a tool used to adapt video equipment to the colour temperature of the dominant light source in a given scene/environment. By adjusting the White [...]

ENGLISH 55 55 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) 1. T urn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button. The submenu including “D.ZOOM?[...]

ENGLISH 56 56 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ✤ The Digital Image Stabiliser works only in REC mode. ✤ DIS is a function that, within reasonable limits, compensates for shaking movements produced when filming hand-held. DIS provides a more stable image when: - Recording with deep Zooming - Recording[...]

ENGLISH 57 57 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Applying Digital Special Effects to Y our Recording (DSE) ✤ The Digital Special Effect function works only in REC mode. ✤ Y ou can select various special effects using the Digital Special Effects menu. ✤ Digital effects enable you to give a more creative look to your recordings. Select the appr[...]

ENGLISH 58 58 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode 1. T urn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button. The submenu including “DSE [...]

ENGLISH 59 59 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ✤ Y ou can select the Recording mode in the REC and PLA Y (DV IN) modes of your camcorder . ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play) modes. - SP: Standard Play , this mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with[...]

ENGLISH 60 60 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use ✤ Y ou can select the Audio recording mode in REC mode. ✤ This camcorder records audio signals in two ways. - 12bit: Y ou can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks along with the tape. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track[...]

ENGLISH 61 61 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ✤ The WIND CUT function works only in Camcorder (REC and PLA Y) modes. ✤ T o reduce microphone wind noise, use the Wind Cut function. ✤ Use the Wind Cut function when recording in a windy place such as on the beach, in the mountains or near buildings. 1. T urn [...]

ENGLISH 62 62 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ The Back Light Compensation function works only in REC mode. The Back Light Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the light source is behind the subject, throwing their features into shadow , or when the subject is in the shade but t[...]

ENGLISH 63 63 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Slow Shutter Speed ✤ The Slow Shutter function works only in REC mode. ✤ The Slow Shutter allows the user to record dark subjects or in darker areas, making them even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. A subject recorded using this function may appear to move slo[...]

ENGLISH 64 64 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording NIGHT CAPTURE ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works only in REC mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE enables you to record subjects in dark lighting conditions. 1. T urn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE button upwards. NIGHT CAPTURE and indicator will appear[...]

ENGLISH 65 65 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording POWER NIGHT CAPTURE ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function works only in REC mode. ✤ With its maximum sensitivity , POWER NIGHT CAPTURE enables you to make dark subjects and areas brighter. POWER NIGHT CAPTURE works with the Slow Shutter function to produce brighter recordings under extremely dark li[...]

✤ Shutter Speed function works only in REC mode. ✤ Adjusting the exposure and shutter speed helps the user to control the image to be recorded. Greater exposure results in a brighter image while shorter shutter speeds make the image darker . 1. T urn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. T urn the Navigation Wheel to sel[...]

ENGLISH 67 67 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using the Fade In / Out Function ✤ The Fade In / Out function works only in REC mode. ✤ Y ou can give your recordings more professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning and fading out at the end of a sequence. 1. Before recording, hold down the F ADE button. ■ Th[...]

ENGLISH 68 68 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu ✤ The Quick Menu is only available in REC mode. ✤ Quick Menu is used to access camcorder functions by simply using the Navigation Wheel. Quick Menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. ✤ Y ou can access the follow[...]

ENGLISH 69 69 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording - Provides a quick way to access the Digital Special Effects. - Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the special effect for your filming. Pressing the Navigation Wheel while DSE is highlighted will toggle the DSE between OFF and the selected DSE mode. (refer to page 57) 1. T ur[...]

ENGLISH 70 70 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording - Provides a quick way to access the SHUTTER Speed Settings. 1. T urn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( ). 2. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select “SHUTTER”. The adjustable Shutter Speed control bar appears on the screen. 3. Adjust the Shutter Speed by [...]

ENGLISH 71 71 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording T aking Photos ✤ Y ou may take still images while in REC mode and store the images on tape. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder . ✤ If you want to take a higher resolution still image, switch to (CAMERA) mode (refer to page 99). [...]

ENGLISH 72 72 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording V arious Recording T echniques ✤ In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Suitable for most recording situations. Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from above. Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from below . Make a record[...]

ENGLISH 73 73 The Camcorder : Playback Playing Back a Recorded T ape ✤ The tape playback functions work only in PLA Y mode. ✤ It is handy and practical to view a tape using the LCD monitor almost anywhere (i.e. in a car , indoors, or outdoors). ✤ T o display a recorded tape on a TV , the television set needs to comply with the Colour System ([...]

ENGLISH 74 74 The Camcorder : Playback V arious Functions in PLA Y modes ✤ The (PLA Y/STILL), ( STOP), (FF) , (REW) buttons are located both on the Camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F .ADV (Frame advance), ( SLOW) buttons are located only on the Remote Control. ✤ T o prevent tape and head-drum wear , your Camcorder will automatically st[...]

ENGLISH 75 75 The Camcorder : Playback ✤ Y ou can playback your recording at 2x normal speed using the X2 button on the remote control. ✤ Forward X2 Playback Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback. T o resume normal playback, press the (PLA Y/STILL) button. ✤ Reverse X2 Playback Press the (-) button during Forward X2 Playba[...]

ENGLISH 76 76 The Camcorder : Playback Searching Still Images ✤ Searching the Still Images recorded on a tape works only in PLA Y mode. ✤ Recorded Still Images are played back using stop-motion. 1. T urn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “A/V” is displayed. 3. Press[...]

ENGLISH 77 77 The Camcorder : Playback Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Y our Recording ✤ Audio Dubbing works only in PLA Y mode. ✤ Y ou can dub additional audio to your recordings using the remote control. Dubbing is supported only when the recorded image has been recorded in SP (Standard Play) mode using the 12-bit settings for audio. ✤[...]

ENGLISH 78 78 The Camcorder : Playback Playing Dubbed Sound Y ou may select the audio track to be played back. 1. T urn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. Move to the position of recorded video that has dubbed audio track by using the (REW), (FF) or (PLA Y/STILL) buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including[...]

ENGLISH 79 79 The Camcorder : Playback Setting the Zero Memory on the T ape (Ending Position) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both REC and PLA Y modes. ✤ On a tape, you can mark a point that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or before recording at the point you wi[...]

ENGLISH 80 80 The Camcorder : Playback PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Y our Recording During Playback ✤ The PB DSE function works only in PLA Y mode. ✤ The PB DSE function allows the user to apply digital effects to recorded video and still pictures. 1. T urn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. Press th[...]

ENGLISH 81 81 The Camcorder : Playback PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ✤ The PB ZOOM function works only in PLA Y mode. ✤ The PB ZOOM function allows the user to zoom in or out on recorded image and still pictures. ✤ The Zooming Range for PLA Y mode: 1.2 ~ 8.0x 1. T urn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. During p[...]

✤ T urn the Mode Dial to select a Camera mode by setting the selector as illustrated. ✤ Available Camera Modes are: (PROGRAM): Sets aperture and shutter speed automatically for the user ’s convenience, other settings are free to set by manual SCENE: Preset Automatic Modes that contains predefined settings A: Aperture Priority Mode S: Shutter [...]

1. Open the Memory Slot lid. 2. Insert the Memory Card into the Slot until it softly clicks. 3. Close the Memory Slot. 1. Open the Memory Slot lid. 2. Slightly push the Memory Card inwards to pop it out. 3. Pull the Memory Card out of the slot and close the lid. ✤ Do not apply excessive force when you insert / eject the Memory Card. ✤ Do not tu[...]

ENGLISH 84 84 The Camera : Preparation ✤ Y ou can use the FORMA T function to completely delete all still images/motion clips and options on the Memory Card, including protected still images/motion clips. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted alr[...]

ENGLISH 85 85 The Camera : Preparation Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format. ✤ Each file has a file name (using sequential numbers) and all files are assigned to a folder . ✤ A file number beginning with DCAM0001 up to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each r[...]

ENGLISH 86 86 The Camera : Functions Numbering Stored Pictures ✤ File numbers will be automatically given, in the order they were recorded, to pictures taken and stored in the Memory Card. By default, pictures are stored on the memory card in a folder labeled 100SSDVC, with four-digit file numbers, starting from DCAM0001. ✤ Y ou can reset the n[...]

✤ Set the level of picture quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity , picture size and quality . 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (QUALITY) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT bu[...]

ENGLISH 88 88 The Camera : Functions Setting the Picture Size ✤ Set the picture size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity , picture size and quality . 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SIZE) [...]

ENGLISH 89 89 The Camera : Functions Setting the Menu Language ✤ Y ou can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu. ✤ Menus and messages can be displayed in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is [...]

ENGLISH 90 90 The Camera : Functions Setting the LCD Brightness ✤ Y ou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor for Camera use. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SET), then press the DOWN button[...]

ENGLISH 91 91 The Camera : Functions Setting the Clock ✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the T ime Stamp. For further information on Time Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page. 1. T urn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or[...]

✤ IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a picture. Y our camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to use the date stamp to imprint the date and time on your picture. Before you begin! ✤ Set the CLOCK (refer to the previous page). 1. T urn your Camer[...]

ENGLISH 93 93 The Camera : Functions Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE) ✤ Y ou can enable or disable the Wireless Remote Control for use in Camera mode. ✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate your camera. Refer to page 40 for setting the Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder use. ✤ [...]

ENGLISH 94 94 The Camera : Functions Setting the Beep Sound Setting the Shutter Sound ✤ Y ou can turn the beep that sounds with each press of a button On or Of f. 1. T urn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (S[...]

ENGLISH 95 95 The Camera : Functions MENU MYCAM SETUP SUB MENU 1 SUB MENU 2 Functions Page Mode FILE LANGUAGE FORMA T LCD USB DA TE&TIME IMPRINT WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND Q.VIEW RESET SERIES ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESP AÑOL IT ALIANO NO YES DARK NORMAL BRIGHT COMPUTER PRINTER OFF DA TE DA TE & TIME OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON 1 SEC OFF[...]

ENGLISH 96 96 The Camera : Functions MENU SUB MENU 1 SUB MENU 2 Functions Page Mode 2592 X 1944 2272 X 1704 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 320 X 240 TIFF SUPER FINE FINE NORMAL MUL TI SPOT NORMAL B & W SEPIA NEGA TIVE SOFT NORMAL VIVID SINGLE CONTINUOUS AEB OFF 2s SELF 10s SELF Set to TIFF non-compressing format Set to super fine [...]

ENGLISH 97 97 MENU SUB MENU 1 SUB MENU 2 Functions Page Mode SA VE SCENE FRAME RA TE DPOF ROT A TE MYSET1 MYSET2 MYSET3 NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE-UP SUNSET DA WN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW 30fps 15fps ST ANDARD INDEX PRINT SIZE CANCEL RIGHT(90 ° ) LEFT(90 ° ) UPDOWN(180 ° ) SELECT ALL PICs NO YES SELECT ALL PICs ST ANDARD I[...]

ENGLISH 98 98 MENU SUB MENU 1 SUB MENU 2 Functions Page Mode RESIZE 2272 X 1704 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 ST ART IMAGE 130 SLIDE PROTECT DELETE INTERV AL REPEA T ST ART ONE PIC SELECT ALL PICs SELECT ALL NO YES NO YES OFF ON 101 ✤ Pressing the DISPLA Y button while the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor helps to read the menu[...]

ENGLISH 99 99 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking 1. Insert the memory card (refer to page 83) and connect a power source (refer to page 27). 2. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to select (PROGRAM) mode. 3. Frame your subject. Frame your subject using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder . Use the[...]

ENGLISH 100 100 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking ✤ Y ou can playback and view still images stored on the Memory Card. ✤ Still images stored on the memory card are all displayed in the same size despite their original resolution using the LCD monitor or viewfinder . ✤ There are three ways to view the recorded images in Camera (PLA Y) mode: S[...]

ENGLISH 101 101 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to set to ( PLA Y) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor . 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SLIDE) is displayed. 4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SLIDE), then p[...]

✤ After taking a picture, your camera automatically shows just taken still image shortly and then returns to recording mode after few seconds. Y ou can set the Q.View duration using this menu. ✤ The Q.View function works only for still images. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The to[...]

ENGLISH 103 103 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking 1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83). 2. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 3. T urn the Mode Dial to set the (PLA Y) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor . 4. Press the button to display up to 9 pictures on t[...]

ENGLISH 104 104 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to set to ( PLA Y) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor . 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (DELETE) is displayed. 4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (DELETE), then[...]

ENGLISH 105 105 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking Reference Delayed Recording – Self Timer ✤ Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release (in order to take self-photography and various other camera uses) is available. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to set (PROGRAM), A, S, [...]

ENGLISH 106 106 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking T aking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera ✤ Y ou can record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to set (MOVIE). The indicator appears on the LCD monitor . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ Setting up the MPEG R[...]

ENGLISH 107 107 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking ✤ Y ou can record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. ✤ Before recording a motion clip, insert a Memory Card (refer to page 83). 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to (Movie). Movie mode indicator is displayed and it is ready for recording. R[...]

ENGLISH 108 108 The Camera : Basic Picture T aking 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode Dial to (PLA Y) mode. A stored picture or movie is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the motion clip to be played back. The MPEG indicator is displayed when a motion clip is selected. 4. Pre[...]

ENGLISH 109 109 The Camera : Advanced T echniques Setting the Focus ✤ In Camera modes, the automatic focus will not engage unless the PHOTO button is pressed halfway down. ✤ T o get good image quality , please verify the focus is set properly before fully depressing the PHOTO button. ✤ While the camera is focusing (when pressing the PHOTO but[...]

ENGLISH 110 110 The Camera : Advanced T echniques Using the Built-In Flash ✤ The Flash works in (CAMERA) modes and allows the user to take brighter pictures in dark locations (i.e. nighttime shooting, indoors and in shaded areas). ✤ Auto Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In Flash, Slow Sync and Flash Cancel modes are available. ✤ T o select a fl[...]

ENGLISH 111 111 The Camera : Advanced T echniques A vailable Flash Modes by Camera Mode PROGRAM O O O O O A Aperture Priority X X O X O S S. Speed Priority X X O X O M Manual X X O X O EASYQ X O X X O X X X O O X O X X X X O X X X X X X X O X X X X O X X X X O X X X X O X X O X X X X X X O O X X X X Preset SCENE Mode O = Available X= Not Available [...]

ENGLISH 112 112 Setting the Focus Modes ✤ Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. Auto focusing, Continuous Auto focusing, Manual focusing, and Macro focusing modes are available. ✤ Focus will be automatically set near the center of the frame. ✤ Focus is set when you push the PHOTO button halfway down. Focus is set on the su[...]

ENGLISH 113 113 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ Allows the user to focus rapidly , whereas the single auto focus gives a less rapid response but saves battery power . ✤ When Continuous Auto Focus mode is selected, [CAF] is displayed on the LCD monitor . 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. T urn the Mode [...]

ENGLISH 114 114 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ The Macro Focusing mode allows the user to take a close-up picture of a detailed subject. ✤ Y our camera can focus on subjects as close as 4cm (about 1.57 inches). ✤ The Macro mode works only in (CAMERA) modes. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press th[...]

ENGLISH 115 115 The Camera : Advanced T echniques Setting the Exposure Exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity affects picture brightness and overall picture quality . Longer exposure, slower shutter speed and higher ISO sensitivity brighten the picture. Adjustment of these settings is available when you are using (PROGRAM), A, S, and M camera [...]

ENGLISH 116 116 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ MUL TI and SPOT AE modes work only in (CAMERA) mode. ✤ Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain better results. ✤ MUL TI AE meters the lighting condition of the overall image by metering the exposure on multiple points. ✤ SPOT AE meters the lighting condition of a [...]

ENGLISH 117 117 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user in taking pictures under various lighting conditions. ✤ The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically adjust the aperture, shutter speed and white balance according to the lighting conditions and preset settings. The available SCENE modes[...]

ENGLISH 118 118 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too bright, choose a negative value for exposure compensation. ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too dark, choose a positive value for exposure compensation. ✤ The Manual Exposure compensation function works in (PROGRAM), A or S modes. 1. Press the Navig[...]

ENGLISH 119 119 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ By controlling the aperture, the user may adjust the overall picture brightness. ✤ Large apertures require more lighting and soften the background details. ✤ Smaller apertures will increase the depth of field, bringing the main subject and the background into focus. ✤ Set the Mode Dial to [...]

ENGLISH 120 120 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the overall brightness of the picture. ✤ Slower shutter speeds require more lighting. Faster shutter speeds require less lighting. ✤ For fast moving subjects, a slow shutter setting will produce a motion blurring effect. ✤ Set t[...]

ENGLISH 121 121 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ Digital Cameras capture an image using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) that takes in lighting information and detects the colour . ✤ The colour balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions; white balance is used to preserve natural colours under different lighting conditions. ✤ Y ou c[...]

ENGLISH 122 122 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ Y ou can set the white balance in (MOVIE), (PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes. 1. Set the White Balance Mode to (MANUAL), following steps 1 ~ 4 on the previous page. 2. Frame your camera on a white area (such as a wall), filling the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) with white. 3. Press the OK button to set[...]

ENGLISH 123 123 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ Sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity , the brighter the picture is under the same exposure condition. ✤ Allowing the flash to fire will help brighten the picture. However , if other settings disable the flash use, set the ISO s[...]

ENGLISH 124 124 The Camera : Advanced T echniques Using Digital Special Effects ✤ The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works only in Camera modes. ✤ Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking effects on their pictures. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button[...]

ENGLISH 125 125 The Camera : Advanced T echniques T aking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing ✤ From time to time, determining the best exposure setting for a picture may be difficult and you may not have time to check the results and try again. Auto Exposure Bracketing allows the user to vary exposure compensation settings automatical[...]

ENGLISH 126 126 Precautions on Camcorder Care The Camera - Advanced T echniques T aking Multiple Images using Continuous Shot ✤ Continuous Shot allows the user to take consecutive pictures of a moving object. ✤ Continuous recording will occur while the PHOTO button is being pressed. Records pictures continuously up to the storage capacity . 1. [...]

ENGLISH 127 127 Quick Start The Camera : Advanced T echniques Setting the Sharpness ✤ This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the picture after it is shot. 1. T urn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SHARPNESS) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or[...]

ENGLISH 128 128 Precautions on Camcorder Care The Camera : Advanced T echniques Using the Digital Zoom ✤ A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes data from the CCD (Charge Coupl[...]

ENGLISH 129 129 Quick Start The Camera : Advanced T echniques Rotating a Stored Picture ✤ This function works only in the Camera (PLA Y) mode. ✤ This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. ✤ Y ou can rotate a stored picture while viewing it. 1. T urn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. [...]

ENGLISH 130 130 Precautions on Camcorder Care The Camera : Advanced T echniques Resizing a Stored Picture ✤ This function works only in the Camera (PLA Y) mode. ✤ This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. ✤ Only downsizing is available. Enlarging low resolution pictures into higher resolutions is not available. [...]

ENGLISH 131 131 Quick Start The Camera : Advanced T echniques Customizing Y our Camera – MySET Menu ✤ MySET menu works only in (CAMERA) Modes. ✤ Customize your camera to memorize frequently accessed settings for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds. ✤ Y ou can save up to 3 different s[...]

ENGLISH 132 132 The Camera : Advanced T echniques ✤ After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET configuration at a later time: 1. T urn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to MySET . 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu includ[...]

ENGLISH 133 133 Quick Start The Camera : Advanced T echniques Customizing Y our Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image ✤ This function works in (CAMERA) mode. ✤ This function changes the starting image that is displayed when the camera is turned on. ✤ Y ou can select and resize a still image to appear as your new start-up image. 1. T urn your[...]

ENGLISH 134 134 Precautions on Camcorder Care The Camera : Advanced T echniques Reference TRIMMING? TRIM:OK CANCEL: . X 1.97 Zooming & T rimming Recorded Pictures (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing ✤ This function allows the user to have a more detailed view of the picture using the LCD monitor . ✤ Enlarge a portion of the picture to see more de[...]

ENGLISH 135 135 Quick Start The Camera : Advanced T echniques Protecting Stored Pictures ✤ Selecting PROTECT from the MENU saves valuable images from accidental deletion. ✤ Y ou can set or cancel the protection on your pictures in (PLA Y) mode. ✤ Y ou may set a picture to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection. 1 T urn your ca[...]

✤ T o Select Pictures to be Protected ✓ Select “SELECT”. 1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select “SELECT”, then press the OK button. The multiple pictures screen appears. 2. T o move the cursor , use the LEFT , RIGHT , DOWN or UP buttons then press the MENU button to lock the selected picture. The indicator appears on the picture. 3. T[...]

ENGLISH 137 137 Quick Start Miscellaneous Information Printing Y our Pictures – Using the PictBridge TM ✤ By connecting the camera to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations using the camera buttons. ✤ With the PictBridge Support, you can[...]

ENGLISH 138 138 Miscellaneous Information ✤ T o select images, select “SELECT” menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “SELECT”. 2. Press the RIGHT button. The available options are listed: ONE PIC and ALL PICs. 3. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button. If “ONE PIC” is[...]

ENGLISH 139 139 Miscellaneous Information ✤ T o customize your print options such as P APER SIZE, LA YOUT , P APER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY, DA TE PRINT , and FILE NAME imprint options, select the PRINTER SETUP menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “PRINTER SETUP”. The available options are listed: DEFAUL T and [...]

ENGLISH 140 140 Miscellaneous Information ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your pictures by choosing the PRINT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “PRINT”. The available options are listed: ST ANDARD and INDEX. 2. Press the RIGHT button. 3. Select an option using the DOWN or [...]

ENGLISH 141 141 ✤ DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF marked image on the memory card. 1. Set the DPOF settings as described in page 142. 2. Connect your camera and the printer as described in page 137. The PictBridge settings menu is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “DPOF PRINT”, then press the RIGHT button. The available opti[...]

ENGLISH 142 142 Precautions on Camcorder Care Miscellaneous Information Quick Start Printing Y our Pictures – Using the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ✤ Mark your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize automatic printing. ✤ DPOF menu only works in (CAMERA)’s PLA Y mode. ✤ Y ou can mark your images with DPOF in[...]

ENGLISH 143 143 Miscellaneous Information 1. Press the MENU button, then select (DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button. Submenu including “INDEX” is displayed. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select “INDEX”, then press the RIGHT button. The available options of “NO” and “YES” are displayed. 3. Select an option by pressing the D[...]

ENGLISH 144 144 Miscellaneous Information 5. Press the OK button to set your choice and exit the multiple pictures screen. If “ALL PICs” is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button to set the print size. T o exit the multiple pictures screen, press the OK button. T o cancel your selection made, select “CANCE[...]

ENGLISH 145 145 Quick Start Miscellaneous Information Connecting to Other Devices – TV and VCR ✤ Y ou can connect your device to a TV set directly or through a VCR to view your recordings and pictures on the TV screen, using the Multi-A V cable. ✤ Y ou can connect your device to a PC to copy or move your recordings and pictures to the hard di[...]

ENGLISH 146 146 Miscellaneous Information ✤ If there are no input terminals for external devices on your TV set and a VCR is connected to your TV set using a coaxial cable, you can utilize the VCR to connect your camcorder to the TV set. T o Connect to a VCR that is Connected to Y our TV Set 1. Connect the Multi-A V cable to your camcorder ’s m[...]

ENGLISH 147 147 Miscellaneous Information ✤ Y ou can set the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu so it does not display on the TV . ✤ In the camcorder's VIEWER menu, you can turn the TV DISPLA Y on or off. ✤ T urning the TV DISPLA Y off does not affect the video transfer to the TV . 1. T urn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLA [...]

ENGLISH 148 148 Miscellaneous Information ✤ Y ou can record a TV program using your camcorder. ✤ T elevision programs, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and against copyright laws. ✤ Insert a bl[...]

✤ Movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and against copyright laws. ✤ Insert a blank cassette for recording. ✤ Connect your camcorder to a VCR using the Multi-A V cable before recording. T o Connect[...]

ENGLISH 150 150 Miscellaneous Information ✤ Y ou can copy your recordings to a regular blank video tape or DVD. ✤ Insert a blank cassette in your VCR or a blank DVD in your DVD Recorder to copy your camcorder recordings. ✤ Insert your recorded cassette in your camcorder . ✤ Connect your camcorder to a VCR or a DVD Recorder using the Multi-A[...]

ENGLISH 151 151 Quick Start Miscellaneous Information Connecting to Other Devices – PC ✤ Y ou can connect your camcorder to a PC for copying or editing recorded video. ✤ DV and USB connections are supported. ✤ This function works only in the Camera (PLA Y) mode. ✤ Using the IEEE1394 cable (DV cable), you can connect your camcorder to a PC[...]

ENGLISH 152 152 Miscellaneous Information T o connect your Camcorder to a PC using DV cable 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLA Y mode. 2. Connect the DV cable to your camcorder ’s DV terminal which is located on the bottom left side. If your PC has a 4-pin DV port (most laptops with DV support use 4-pin terminals), use a[...]

✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a PC that supports USB connections. Use the provided USB cable for connection to a PC. ✤ A USB cable for USB connection is provided with the product. Use the provided cable for a high speed USB connection. ✤ Y ou may need to install the driver software. PC System Requirements ✓ CPU: I[...]

ENGLISH 154 154 Miscellaneous Information ✤ DVC Media Software CD includes the driver and software for connecting and utilizing Samsung DVC Camera to the PC. ✤ During the use of PC, if the program is deleted or error message comes out, you can reinstall it with this CD. ✤ Y ou can browse the DVC Media Software CD using Windows Explorer or oth[...]

ENGLISH 155 155 Miscellaneous Information T o Copy Still Images Using a USB Connection ✓ Set your camera to (CAMERA) mode. Copying still images only works in (CAMERA) mode. ✓ The PC will recognize your camera as a removable mass storage device. ✓ Use your Windows Explorer or other file browser to locate your stored images. ✓ Y ou can copy ,[...]

ENGLISH 156 156 Precautions on Camcorder Care Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ✤ For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully . For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps. ✓ Remove the cassette (refer to page 47). ✓ T urn your camcorder off. ✓ Remove the Battery (refer to page 28). ?[...]

ENGLISH 157 157 Maintenance T o Clean the Exterior of Y our Device ✓ T o clean the exterior , use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently . Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface. ✓ The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the surface. ✓ T o clean the lens, use an optional air blo[...]

ENGLISH 158 158 Precautions on Camcorder Care Maintenance Using Y our Camcorder Abroad ✤ 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 where the power input range is 100V ~ 240V[...]

ENGLISH 159 159 Quick Start T roubleshooting T roubleshooting ✤ If your device fails to function as expected, please check the following before contacting service personnel. Refer to the page numbers listed for further details. T APE END! T APE END! T APE! PROTECTION! D,L,C,R NO CARD! CARD FULL! NO IMAGE! FILE ERROR! Slow Slow No Slow Slow Slow S[...]

ENGLISH 160 160 T roubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorised service center/personnel. No power is supplied LCD monitor is blank DA TE/TIME is wrong Cannot Record a video Focus does not adjust automatically Cassette tape will not load properly The memory card will not load p[...]

ENGLISH 161 161 Symptom Possible Causes Measure T roubleshooting Digital zoom does not work Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted Images on the LCD monitor appear dark Rear of the LCD monitor is hot Play , rewind and fast forwarding do not work Memory card cannot be played back (Camera mode) No picture is taken when PHOTO is fully press[...]

ENGLISH 162 162 Precautions on Camcorder Care Specifications Specifications Model Name Camcorder System Video Signal Video Recording System Audio Recording System Usable Cassette T ape Speed T ape Recording T ime FF/REW time General Format Dimension (WxHxD) Weight (Net) Power Consumption Power Source Power Source T ype Built-in Microphone LCD Monit[...]

ENGLISH 163 163 Specifications Lens CAMCORDER CAMERA Optical Zoom Ratio Digital Zoom Ratio Focal Length (f) F . No (Wide / T ele) Zooming Speed Filter Diameter 0 Lux Recording Macro CCD Size Pixel Strobo / Flash Image Stabiliser Auto Focus / Manual Focus Shutter Speed (Auto) Manual Shutter Speed Auto White Balance Metering Connectors Video output S[...]

ENGLISH 164 164 Index Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ 77 AUDIO MODE ............................................................................................60 BLC ............................................................................................................[...]

ENGLISH 165 165 Index REC MODE ................................................................................................ 31 Remote Control ........................................................................................... 25 Search ......................................................................................................[...]

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