Samsung VP-DC161(i) manual

ENGLISH DVD +Re Wr ita ble DVD +R D L AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display Owner ’ s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. Use only approved battery pac[...]

Notes and Safety Instructions ..............................6 Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder ................9 Features ................................................................................ 9 Usable Discs ....................................................................... 10 Disc T ype Description ...............................[...]

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ..................... 47 Using the Color Nite ............................................................ 48 Using the LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) .. 49 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording ..............50 Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ...................................... 50 Setting the Shu[...]

DVD Camcorder: Connection ..............................85 Setting the A V In/Out (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/ DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only) .................................... 85 Viewing Recordings on TV .................................................. 86 Copying a Disc onto a T ape ................................................. 88 Recording[...]

T roubleshooting ................................................. 1 17 T roubleshooting ..................................................................1 17 Setting menu items ............................................................ 122 Specifications .....................................................124 Index ...........................[...]

6 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated. Over-rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to the DVD Camcorder . 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees with your finger . 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or [...]

7 ENGLISH Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling  T ake care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow coloured 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 centre of a disc to the outside edge. Cir[...]

8 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding DVD Camcorder  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 moi[...]

9 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder Features  DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO recording with 8cm DVD-RW/+R W/DVD- R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs.  High Power Zoom Lens Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 33x Zoom Lens.  USB Interface for Digital Image Data T ransfer (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Y ou can transfer images to a P[...]

10 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder Usable Discs Usable discs and logos DVD-R / DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm) DVD +Re Wr ita ble DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (8cm) DVD +R D L Unusable Discs  Y ou may not use 12cm CD/DVD discs.  Unusable 3 1/2inch (8cm) discs. - CD - CD-R - CD-RW - DVD-ROM - DVD+R (Single Layer) - DVD-RAM - DVD-R(Dual Layer) ?[...]

1 1 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder Disc T ype Description Disc T ype DVD-R (8cm) DVD+R DL (8cm) DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm) Mode – – VR (Video Recording) Video – Capacity 1.4G 2.6G 1.4G 1.4G 1.4G Formatting a new disc   page 41 Auto Auto O  O  Recording  page 43 O O O O O Rewrite X X O O O Playback on other DVD Playe[...]

12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting  page 41 Step 2 Recording the Desired Image Step 3 Editing Recorded Images Y ou may edit only in DVD-RW (VR Mode).  page 72 Step 4 Finalising a Disc - Discs must be finalised before they can be played on standa[...]

13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Multi-A V Cable 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Batteries for Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) and Clock. (TYPE: CR2025) 6. Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 7. USB Ca[...]

2. OPEN Switch 3. Lens 4. LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 7. QUICK MENU Button 1. ACCESS Indicator 5. Remote Sensor (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) 9. EASY .Q Button 10. TFT LCD Screen 6. Internal MIC 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder 1. ACCESS Indicator  page 40 2. OPEN Switch ?[...]

1. MENU Button 2. DISPLA Y Button 3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Built-In Speaker 5. MF/AF/MUL TI DISP . Button 6. C.NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 6. COLOR NITE (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only) 7. Charging Indicator 8. Jack Cover 9. USB Jack (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) onl[...]

2. Focus Adjustment Knob 3. Viewfinder 6. Start/Stop Button 5. Power Switch 7. Zoom Lever 1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. External MIC Jack 8. Disc Cover 9. Hand Strap 16 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder 1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i ) only)  page 103 2. Focus Adjustment Knob  page 38 [...]

2. T ripod Receptacle 3. MUL TI CARD SLOT (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Battery Release switch 1. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Hand Strap Hook 17 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. T ripod Receptacle 3. MUL TI CARD SLOT (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Battery Release switch 5. Hand Strap Hook[...]

1. ST ART/STOP 2. DISPLA Y 3.  /  (Skip) 4.  (Stop) 5.   (Play/Still) 6. MENU 7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK 8. PHOTO 9. W/T (Zoom) 10.  /  (Search) 1 1. |  (Slow) 12. Q-MENU 18 ENGLISH Getting to Know Y our DVD Camcorder 1. ST ART/STOP 2. DISPLA Y  page 29 3.  /  (Skip) 4.  (Stop) 5.   (Play/Still[...]

1 2 3 1 2 4 19 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover 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 [Start/Stop] button without having to change [...]

1 2 3 Battery Holder 20 ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery 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 (+) termin[...]

<Charging indicator> 5 Power Switch 21 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 (not supplied) Battery Pack only .  The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. T urn the [Power] switch to [Off] . 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the DVD [...]

22 ENGLISH Charging, Recording Times based on Battery T ype  If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and the V iewfinder 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 mea[...]

23 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.) The Finalise/Format functions are not av[...]

24 ENGLISH Preparation Maintaining the Battery Pack  Please refer to the T able 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 cont inu ous reco rdi ng ti mes in t he ope ratin g i nstru c[...]

Power Switch 25 ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source  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 havi[...]

2 1 5 4 3 26 ENGLISH Preparation About the Operating Modes  The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] and [Mode] switches. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/ DC165WB(i) only) switch.  Set the Operation Mode by adjusting the [Power] and [Mode] (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i )/DC165WB(i) only) switches before operating any functions.  Ea[...]

3 Outdoor STBY SP 30 min Q.MENU Exit DIS Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure - RW VR 0:00:00 <When the White Balance option in Camera mode was selected.> 4 STBY 30 min SP - RW VR 0:00:00 1 STBY SP 30 min Off DIS Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure Q.MENU Exit - RW VR 0:00:00 27 ENGLISH Preparation Usi[...]

OSD in Player Mode 27 25 26 24 12:00 01.JAN.2006 001 PB ZOOM 2.0x No disc! A V IN 10 SP 28 - RW VR 0:00:00 OSD in Camera Mode 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 1 10 9 8 7 1 3 4 5 12:00 01.JAN.2006 S.1/50 6 Sepia Color N. 1/25 STBY 0:00:00 001 No disc! SP W T 30 min 20 - RW VR 2 2 6 16:9 Wide 23 W T 28 ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display)[...]

OSD in M.Player Mode 12:00 01.JAN.2006 5/10 No memory card! Slide 5 100-0005 4 5 6 7 8 OSD in M.Cam Mode 12:00 01.JAN.2006 600 8 min No memory card! W T 1 2 3 20 SMOV001.A VI 7 29 ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 1. Photo Quality  page 92 2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicat[...]

5 01 JAN 2006 12 : 00 Adjust OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 8 01 JAN 2006 12 : 00 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration Complete! 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstratio[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 31 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-DC163[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 32 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)  The Beep Sound function w[...]

4 ►On ►On ►On ►English Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language 6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Off On 33 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC[...]

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 34 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language (Language)  The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can select the desired lang[...]

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 7 SAMSUNG Camcorder is ... [Digital Camcorder] Demonstration 35 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting View[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit 15 Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Of f 36 ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour)  Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.P[...]

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Of f Move OK Select MENU Exit Off Date Time Date&Time Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time 6 37 ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Displaying the Date/Time (Date/T ime)  The Date/Time function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.[...]

ENGLISH 38 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Using the Viewfinder  In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD Screen and pull out the Viewfinder . [...]

ENGLISH 39 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording V arious Recording T echniques  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 L CD Screen from below . 4.[...]

ENGLISH 40 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Inserting and Removing a Disc  When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force. It may cause a malfunction.  Y ou cannot open the disc cover while loading.  Set th e [Mod e] swit ch to [ DISC] (VP-DC1 63(i)/ DC165W( i)/DC16 5WB(i) only) and the [Power ] switch to [ (C[...]

ENGLISH 41 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording When using a New Disc: Formatting a new Disc Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted. Recognition of the disc will start. For a DVD-R/+R DL disc: Formatting will automatically begin. For a DVD-RW disc: Y ou are prompted with the <Disc is not formatted. Format?> message. Differences betwe[...]

ENGLISH 42 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode)  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 [DIS[...]

ENGLISH 43 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Co nn ect a p ower sou rce to t he D VD Camc orde r .  p ages 21, 25  (A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter)  Insert a disc.  page 40 2. Remove the Lens Cover . 3. Open the LCD Screen  Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [...]

ENGLISH 44 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY .Q Mode)  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] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] .[...]

ENGLISH 45 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Camcorder . Clearer sound can be recorded. Zooming In and Out  The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  Zooming is a recording technique that lets you chang[...]

ENGLISH 46 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out (F ADE)  The Fade function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Y ou can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. T o Start Recording 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [[...]

ENGLISH 47 Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)  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 fa[...]

ENGLISH 48 Using the Color Nite  Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Y ou can make the subject recorded appear to be in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.  Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use the Color Nite function.  page 59 1. Set [...]

ENGLISH 49 Using the LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)  The LED LIGHT function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The LED LIGHT enables you to record a subject in dark places.  The LED LIGHT can be used with Color Nite function only . 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Powe[...]

ENGLISH 50 Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)  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 eliminated along [...]

ENGLISH 51 Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)  The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD] . (VP-D[...]

ENGLISH 52 Auto Focus / Manual Focus  The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.  Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make[...]

ENGLISH 53 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)  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 ( )> mode - Auto balance betwee[...]

ENGLISH 54 Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) 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(OK)] . 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select[...]

ENGLISH 55 Setting the White Balance (White Balance)  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 colour of the subject in any recording condition.  Y ou may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image[...]

ENGLISH 56 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Custom White Balance  Y ou can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] . 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The menu list will appea[...]

ENGLISH 57 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)  The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.  Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish[...]

ENGLISH 58 Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) 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(OK)] . 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to[...]

ENGLISH 59 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide)  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 .  16:9 Wide is the default setting for models VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i). 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] .[...]

ENGLISH 60 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)  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:[...]

ENGLISH 61 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)  The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Zooming more than 33x 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. Selecti[...]

ENGLISH 62 DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist What is the Thumbnail Index?  The thumbnail index displays multiple titles scenes that have been recorded.  A title scene is created between the points where you start and stop a recording. Once deleted, you cannot recover the title scene again. What’ s a Playlist? D VD-RW(VR mode)  [...]

ENGLISH 63 Playing Title Scenes D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL The recorded title scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD Screen. Y ou can fi nd the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the TFT LCD screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfi nder . Us e th e Pl ay ba ck r el at ed b ut to [...]

ENGLISH 64 DVD Camcorder V arious Functions while in Player Mode D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  These functions work only in Player Mode .  page 26  Play , Still, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)  Slow function is accessible only [...]

ENGLISH 65 DVD Camcorder Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Forward Slow Playback  Press the [|  ] button on the remote control during playback. - T o resume normal playback, press the [   ] button.[...]

ENGLISH 66 DVD Camcorder Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  The PB ZOOM function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify the playback scene. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)] .  The thumbnail[...]

ENGLISH 67 DVD Camcorder Deleting a Title Scene (Delete) D VD -RW/+RW  Delete function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Individual or all title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)] .  The thumbnail index screen appears. 3. Press [...]

ENGLISH 68 DVD Camcorder Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete) D VD-RW(VR mode)  Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  A Title scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41 1. Set the [M[...]

ENGLISH 69 Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power][...]

ENGLISH 70 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Playing the Playlist D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  The Playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD S creen. If the LCD Screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfi nder . Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD C[...]

ENGLISH 71 Deleting a Playlist (Delete) D VD-RW(VR mode)  Delete function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can delete undesired playlists.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC[...]

ENGLISH 72 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add) D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can add more scenes in an existing Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41 1. Set the[...]

ENGLISH 73 8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Add> , then press the [Joystick(OK)] .  The title scenes to be added to the Playlist will appear . 9. Use the [Joystick] to select the title scenes to be added to the Playlist, then press the [Joystick(OK)] .  The selected scenes will be marked with <  >. 10. Move the [Joy[...]

ENGLISH 74 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move) D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode[...]

ENGLISH 75 8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Move> , then press the [Joystick(OK)] . 9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scene to be moved, then press the [Joystick(OK)] .  The selected scene will be marked with <  >. Also a bar next to the scene will appear . 10. Use the [Joystick] to move the bar to the position of yo[...]

ENGLISH 76 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can delete the title scenes inside the Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41[...]

ENGLISH 77 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) D VD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  A Playlist scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). Y ou should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page [...]

ENGLISH 78 DVD Camcorder: Playlist 10. Press the [  /  ] or [   ] to search the starting point of deletion. 1 1. Press the [   ] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the [Joystick(OK)] .  <End> will be highlighted. 12. Press the [  /  ] or [   ] to search the end point of de[...]

ENGLISH 79 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Disc Information (Disc Info) D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode .  page 26 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] . 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The menu list will a[...]

ENGLISH 80 Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode.  page 26  Y ou can specify a disc name. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] . 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The[...]

ENGLISH 81 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) D VD-RW/+RW  This function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Y ou can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to[...]

ENGLISH 82 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize) D VD-RW/-R/+R DL  This function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  T o play the contents of a DVD-RW/-R/+R DL on other DVD Players/Recorders, you must finalise the disc. When finalising, there should be enough power in the batteries. If an the AC Power adapter is[...]

ENGLISH 83 Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive  The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive). 1. T urn on your PC. 2. Insert a finalised disc into the DVD drive of the PC.  Starts DVD playback application software and the disc will play .  If DVD playback application does not start automatically , run the applic[...]

ENGLISH 84 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Unfinalising a Disc (Disc Unfinalize) D VD-RW  This function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  If a DVD-RW disc had been finalised in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unfinalise the disc for further recording. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Se[...]

ENGLISH 85 DVD Camcorder: Connection Setting the A V In/Out (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only)  A V In/Out function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  A V In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources. Also you can send your videos to external devices to record or playback. 1. Set the [Mode] s[...]

ENGLISH 86 DVD Camcorder: Connection Viewing Recordings on TV  The Playback function works only in Player Mode .  page 26 Playing back on a TV Monitor  T o play back a disc, the television must be P AL compatible.  page 1 16  We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder. Connecting to a TV [...]

ENGLISH 87 DVD Camcorder: Connection Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks  Y ou can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-A V cable.  The yellow jack: Video  The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono  The red jack: Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set th[...]

ENGLISH 88 DVD Camcorder: Connection Copying a Disc onto a T ape  The copying function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the A V/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ ([...]

ENGLISH 89 DVD Camcorder: Connection Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video T ape onto a Disc (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only)  The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the A V/S jack to record a TV programme or copy a video tape t[...]

ENGLISH 90 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)  The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving images recorded by the DVD Camcorder .  Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Screen. Memory Card Functio[...]

D CI M 1 00 S SD VC D CA M 00 01 D CA M 00 02 1 01 SS DV C . . . . <Photo Image> <Moving Image> ENGLISH 91 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Notes  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 formatt[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. Super Fine Fine Normal 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. ►Super Fine ►Series 7 790 8 min ENGLISH 92 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality)  Photo Quality function w[...]

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. ►Super Fine ►Series 6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Series Reset M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. ENGLISH 93 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Setting the File Number (File No.)  File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode .  page[...]

4 Photo capture ENGLISH 94 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) T aking a Photo Image (JPEG) on a Memory Card  Y ou may take photo images while in M.Cam Mode and store the images on the Memory Card.  page 26  Y ou can take photo images using the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)  Audio [...]

Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 95 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Viewing Photo Images (JPEG)  This function works only in M.Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD] . 2. Set the [Power] switch to [...]

5/10 Slide 100-0005 ENGLISH 96 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) T o view a Slide Show 1. Use the [Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)] . 2. Press the [   (S.SHOW)] button in the single image display mode.  All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each.[...]

7 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 97 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect)  The Protect function works o[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page 7 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Delete? Y es No Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 98 Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)  The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can eras[...]

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 7 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Delete all? Y es No Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 99 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Deleting All Images at Once Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in p.98 6. Move the [Joystick] up or d[...]

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format ►Off ►All Off 5 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 6 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Format? All files will be deleted! Y es No Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 100 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)[...]

4 0:00:30 16 min REC  ENGLISH 101 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card  Y ou can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode .  page 26  Y ou can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card.  The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X57[...]

3 Movie 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 102 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card  The Moving images playback function works only in M.Player Mode .  page 26  Y ou can play the moving images stored on a Memory Card. Stereo audio is played back at [...]

4  001 SP 0:00:01 - RW VR Photo capture 3 [1/9] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 103 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during DVD playback D VD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  If you press the [PHOTO] button during DVD disc play[...]

3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page 9 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] 5 Previous Page Next Page 8 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format All Off All Files This File 005 ENGLISH 104 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark)  Th[...]

ENGLISH 105 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Removing the Print Mark T o remove all Print Marks, select <All Off> . T o remove an individual file’s Print Mark, select the file and set <This File> to <000> . Notes  Y ou can directly access the Print Mark function by using the [QUICK MENU] but[...]

5 Move OK Select MENU Exit Computer Printer M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language ►On ►On ►Computer ►English 8 M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time 5/10 Previous Next ENGLISH 106 PictBridge™[...]

2 M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time 001 Previous Next 5/10 4 Off Date Time Date&Time M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time Previous Next 5/10 ENGLISH 107 PictBridge™ (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Setting the Number of Prints 1. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Copies> , then press the [[...]

ENGLISH 108 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using USB Interface T ransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection  The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification)  Y ou can transfer a recorded file in memory Card to a PC via a USB connection.  If you transfer data to[...]

ENGLISH 109 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Notes  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™ or Pentium 4™ is a trademark of the Intel Cor[...]

5 Move OK Select MENU Exit Computer Printer M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language ►On ►On ►Computer ►English ENGLISH 1 10 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Selecting the USB Device (USB C[...]

ENGLISH 1 1 1 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Installing DV Media PRO Program  Y ou need to install DV Media PRO Program to play back movie files recorded by the DVD Camcorder on your PC. Before your start!  Turn on your PC. Exit all other running applications.  Insert the provided CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup[...]

ENGLISH 1 12 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Application Installation – Photo Express 1. Click <Photo Express> on the Setup screen.  It is a photo editing tool that allows users to edit images. Application Installation – Quick Time 1. Click <Quick Time> on the Setup screen.  QuickT ime is Apple’s techno[...]

ENGLISH 1 13 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Connecting to a PC 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 [...]

1 2 ENGLISH 1 14 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using the PC Camera Function  This function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  T o use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  Y ou can use this DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera.  When you connect t[...]

ENGLISH 1 15 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using the USB Streaming Function  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode .  page 26  T o use USB streaming, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  Y ou can view DVD Camcorder video on your PC using USB streamin[...]

ENGLISH 1 16 Maintenance Using Y our DVD Camcorder Abroad  Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.  Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources  Y ou 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 com[...]

ENGLISH 1 17 T roubleshooting T roubleshooting  Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display in <Camera/Player> Modes Display Blinking Informs that... Action Slow The Battery Pack is almost discharged. Change[...]

ENGLISH 1 18 T roubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in <M.Cam/M.Player> Modes (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Display Blinking Informs that... Action No memory card! Slow (M.Cam) - (M.Player) There is no Memory Card in the DVD Camcorder . Insert a Memory Card. Memory card full Slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a ne[...]

ENGLISH 1 19 T roubleshooting  If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service certre. Symptom Explanation/Solution Y ou cannot switch the DVD Camcorder on.  Check the Battery Pack or the AC Power adapter . The DVD Camcorder shuts off automatically .  Y ou have left the DVD Camcorder set to [...]

ENGLISH 120 T roubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the [Start/Stop] button does not start recording.  Check the [Power] switch is set to [ (Camera)] .  There is not enough free space in the disc. Replace the disc with a new one or format the disc.  Disc was finalised. Make the disc writable to record additional pictures. ?[...]

ENGLISH 121 T roubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution Playback screen interrupted unexpectedly .  Check the Power supply (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) is properly connected and stable. Cannot play back a recorded DVD-RW/+R W/-R/+R DL disc.  A disc with data that had been recorded using other devices may not properly work with this DV[...]

ENGLISH 122 T roubleshooting Setting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Page Camera Mode Player Mode M.Cam * Mode M.Player * Mode Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function  53 White Balance Setting White Balance   55 Digital Effect Setting the Digital special ef fect  57 16:9 Wide Setting the 16:9 Wide mode[...]

ENGLISH 123 T roubleshooting Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Page Camera Mode Player Mode M.Cam * Mode M.Player * Mode System Clock Set Setting the date/time     30 Remote  Using the remote control     31 Beep Sound Setting the Beep sound     32 Shutter Sound* Setting the Shutter sound  33 USB C[...]

ENGLISH 124 Specifications Model Name: VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) System Video signal P AL Picture Compression format MPEG-2 Audio Compression format DOLBY ® DIGIT AL STEREO CREA TOR Recording Quality XP (about 9Mbps), SP (about 6Mbps), LP (about 3Mbps) Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) (800k pixels) Len[...]

ENGLISH 125 Index - A - Accessories ...................................... 13 Add .................................................... 72 MF/AF ................................................ 52 A V In/Out ........................................... 85 - B - Beep Sound ....................................... 32 BLC ................................[...]

ENGLISH 126 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover[...]

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

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ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer Care Centre Web Site North America CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www .samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/mx U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www [...]

ENGLISH THIS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUF ACTURED BY : AD68-00993J RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6 ), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBB[...]