SC-D381 SC-D382 SC-D383 SC-D385 Digital Video Camcorder user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
key features of your miniDV camcorder FEATURES OF YOUR NEW MINIDV CAMCORDER Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and photo images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your miniDV camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the miniDV camcorder.
important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
17. P OWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 18.
important safety instructions 22. P OWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 23.
29. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 30. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used. USER INSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.
precautions Warning! • • This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used.
NOTES REGARDING THE LCD SCREEN • D irect sunlight can damage the LCD screen and the inside of the the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk. • The LCD screen has been manufactured using high precision technology. However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in color) that appear on the LCD screen. These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. • Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the LCD screen or battery pack.
contents GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER 06 07 08 09 10 11 What is included with your miniDV camcorder Front & left view Left side view Right & top view Rear & bottom view Using the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only) PREPARATION 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 Using the hand strap & lens cover Installing the button-type battery Using the battery pack Connecting a power source Basic miniDV camcorder operation Screen indicators in camera/player modes Screen indicators in m.Cam/m.
INITIAL SETTING : DISPLAY MENU SETTING 30 31 32 33 Setting the guideline (guideline) Adjusting the lcd screen (lcd bright/lcd color) Displaying the date/time (date/time) Setting the tv display (tv display) BASIC RECORDING 34 34 35 36 37 38 Inserting / ejecting a cassette Various recording techniques Making your first recording recording with ease for beginners (easy.
contents 1 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 Setting the digital image stabilizer (dis) Using back light compensation mode (blc) Zooming in and out with digital zoom (digital zoom) Using the color nite (c.
87 Recording moving images (mpeg) on a memory card Playing the moving images (mpeg) on a memory card (m.Play select) Recording an image from a tape as a photo image Copying a photo image from a tape to a memory card (photo copy) Marking images for printing (print mark) PICTBRIDGE™ (SC-D383/D385 only) 88 Printing your pictures – using Pictbridgetm IEEE 1394 DATA TRANSFER 90 Transferring ieee1394 (I.
getting to know your miniDV camcorder WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER Your new Digital Video camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center at 1-800-SAMSUNG. ✪ The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
FRONT & LEFT VIEW 5 6 1 2 3 7 OPEN 8 4 1 2 3 4 Lens Remote sensor (SC-D382/D385 only) Light (SC-D382/D383/D385 only) OPEN switch 5 6 7 8 EASY Q button ➥page 36 Display ( ) button TFT LCD screen Internal microphone Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.
getting to know your miniDV camcorder LEFT SIDE VIEW 1 2 3 4 DV AV 5 MENU W E MOD R POWE T BAT CHG T. 6 7 8 CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1 2 3 4 MENU button Joystick ( / / / / Select ), (W/T) ➥page 23 Recording start/stop button Jack cover (AV/DV jack) 08_ English 5 6 7 8 Built-in speaker Select (CARD-TAPE) switch (SC-D383/D385 only) Battery pack Battery release (BATT.) switch CHG BATT.
RIGHT & TOP VIEW 1 L VO 2 AV DV 6 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 Zoom(W/T) / Volume (VOL) lever PHOTO button ➥pages 60,76 Recording start/stop button POWER switch POW ER MODE CHG 7 5 6 7 Jack cover (DC IN, USB (SC-D383/D385 only) jack) Cassette compartment cover Hand strap English _0
getting to know your miniDV camcorder REAR & BOTTOM VIEW 1 AV 5 DV 2 3 MODE POWER 6 7 CHG 4 DC IN 8 Jacks SC-D383/D385 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 AV jack MODE button Mode indicator (Camera ( ) / Player ( DC IN Jack DV (IEEE1394) jack Charging (CHG) indicator USB jack (SC-D383/D385 only) Memory card slot (SC-D383/D385 only) Tripod receptacle 10_ English 9 SC-D381/D382 ) mode) AV DV DC IN AV DV DC IN SC-D383/D385 only MMC/SD USB
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SC-D382/D385 only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PHOTO button ➥pages 60,76 REC button SELF TIMER button ➥page 39 ZERO MEMORY button ➥page 38 PHOTO SEARCH button ➥page 61 A.DUB button ➥page 65 (FF) button (REW) button (PLAY) button 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 (-) / (+) (Direction) button ➥page 64 ) button W/T (Zoom) button X2 button ➥page 64 DATE/TIME button (SLOW) button (PAUSE) button (STOP) button F.
preparation This section provides information on using this miniDV camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to set up the operation and screen indicators in each mode. 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 camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.
INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY Button-type battery installation for the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only) 1. Pull out the button-type battery holder toward the direction of the arrow. 2. Position the button-type battery in the button-type battery holder, with the positive ( ) terminal face up. 3. Reinsert the button-type battery holder. Precaution regarding the button-type battery • There is a danger of explosion if button-type battery is incorrectly replaced.
preparation USING THE BATTERY PACK • Use the IA-BP80W battery pack only. • The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your miniDV camcorder. Inserting / Ejecting the battery pack ER POW BAT T. POW BAT T. ER CH 1. Open the LCD screen as shown in the figure. 2. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks.
Charging indicator The color of the LED indicates the power or charging state. • If the battery pack has been fully charged, the charge indicator is green. • If you are charging the battery, the color of the charge indicator is orange. • If an error occurs while the battery pack in charging, the charging indicator blinks orange. POWER AV CHG DV MODE POWER CHG DC IN Charging, Recording Times with a fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, LCD open, etc.
preparation The amount of continuous recording time available depends on: • The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. • Ambient temperature. • How often the zoom function is used. • Type of use (camcorder/camera/with LCD screen etc.) • It is recommended that you have several batteries available. • To check the remaining battery charge, press and hold the Display ( ) button. ➥page 21 • The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.
Notes regarding the Battery Pack • Please refer to the table on page 15 for approximate continuous recording time. • The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. • The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment, as the environmental temperature and conditions vary. • The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at • • • • • • • • 25 °C (77 °F).
preparation BASIC MINIDV CAMCORDER OPERATION Turning the miniDV camcorder on and off Mode indicator You can turn the camcorder on or off by sliding the POWER switch downward. • Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to toggle the power on or off. Setting the operating modes AV DV • Set the operation mode by adjusting the MODE button and Select switch (SC-D383/D385 only) before operating any functions. ) or Player( ). 1.
SCREEN INDICATORS IN CAMERA / PLAYER MODES OSD in Camera Mode 1 2 3 4 STBY 26 5 6 7 SP 8 25 60min 9 16Bit 10 S 24 23 22 21 No Tape ! M 1/60 14 Fade ➥page 41/ 11 4 12 5 13 6 14 19 20 19 13 WindCut Plus * ➥page 45 2 Tele Macro * ➥page 54 3 Tape photo recording ➥page 60 / 0:00:00 Art 1 Battery Level ➥page 16 W T C.Nite 1/30 12:00 AM JAN.
preparation SCREEN INDICATORS IN M.CAM / M.PLAYER MODES (SC-D383/D385 ONLY) 1 Art 10Sec OSD in M.Cam Mode • 2 • 3 10134 1 60min 2 4 No Memory No Tape Card ! ! 4 3 19 W T 12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008 4 • Image Recording and Loading Indicator Image Counter (Total number of recordable photo images) CARD (Memory Card) Indicator Light ➥page 59 (SC-D382/D383/D385 only) • • OSD indicators shown here are based on model SC-D385.
USING THE DISPLAY ( ) BUTTON You can switch between the on-screen information display modes: Press the Display ( ) button. Switching the information display mode You can switch between the on-screen information display modes: Press the Display ( ) button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. • Full display mode: All information will appear. • Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear. Checking the remaining battery ) button while charging with the power off.
preparation USING THE JOYSTICK Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up, down, left, right) and to make a selection when selecting movie, photo images or menus. 1. Move the Joystick ( / ) up or down. DV AV MENU E W 2. Move the Joystick ( / ) left or right. • Confirm your selection by pressing Joystick. For more information on the OSD menus displayed using the Joystick ( / / / ), see page 23. MOD POWE R T CHG BAT STBY SP 10Sec T.
HANDLING QUICK MENUS WITH THE JOYSTICK Quick Menu In Camera /Player modes Joystick Camera ( ) Mode Status Player ( ) Mode Exposure Focus Shutter Fade STOP REW FF PLAY STOP REW FF OK Return / Selection / Exit the menu PLAY PAUSE Input - PAUSE FF STOP STOP REW REW FF FF PLAY PLAY REW STOP REW FF PLAY Quick Menu In M.Cam / M.Player modes (SC-D383/D385 only) Joystick Status M.Cam ( ) Mode M.Player ( M.
initial setting : system menu setting SETTING THE CLOCK (CLOCK SET) • Clock setup works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. ➥page 18 • Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Joystick ( / ) up or down to select "System", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( )to the right. 5.
SETTING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL ACCEPTANCE (REMOTE) (SC-D382/D385 only) • The remote function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. • ➥page 18 The remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( CHG BATT. ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. DV AV 4.
initial setting : system menu setting SETTING THE BEEP SOUND (BEEP SOUND) • • The beep sound function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. ➥page 18 You can turn the beep sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( BATT. ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. DV AV MENU 4.
SETTING THE SHUTTER SOUND (SHUTTER SOUND) • The shutter sound function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • You can turn the shutter sound on or off, when on, with each press of the PHOTO button, the shutter will sound. 1. If you press the MODE button to set it to Camera ( either CARD or TAPE. If you press the MODE button to set it to Player ( TAPE. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) ), set the Select switch to ), set the Select switch to CHG BATT. 2. Press the MENU button.
initial setting : system menu setting SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE) • The Language function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. • ➥page 18 You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG BATT. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
VIEWING THE DEMONSTRATION (DEMONSTRATION) • Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with • • • your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. The demonstration function may only be used in the Camera mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ➥page 18 Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the camcorder. ➥page 34 The demonstration operates repeatedly until the demonstration mode is switched off. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE.
initial setting : display menu setting SETTING THE GUIDELINE (GUIDELINE) • Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera / M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • Guideline displays a certain pattern on the LCD screen so that you can easily set • the image composition when recording movie or photo images. The miniDV camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3. Press the MENU button.
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHT/LCD COLOR) • Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. • • ➥page 18 Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.7 inch wide color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: - "LCD Bright" - "LCD Color" CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG BATT. 1.
initial setting:display menu setting DISPLAYING THE DATE / TIME (DATE / TIME) • The date/time function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. • ➥page 18 The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). CHG 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
SETTING THE TV DISPLAY (TV DISPLAY) • The TV Display function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. • ➥page 18 You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). - "Off": The OSD appears on the LCD screen only. - "On": The OSD appears on the LCD screen and TV. (Connecting to a TV ➥pages 69~70) ) button to turn the OSD on/off on the LCD screen - Use the Display( and TV. ➥page 21 CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG BATT. 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE.
basic recording INSERTING / EJECTING A CASSETTE • When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, • do not apply excessive force, as it may cause a malfunction. Do not use any tape other than DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the OPEN switch. • The cassette compartment cover opens automatically. 2. Inserting a Cassette: Insert a tape into the cassette compartment with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab toward the top.
MAKING YOUR FIRST RECORDING 1. Connect a power source to the camcorder. ➥page 17 (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ➥pages 14,17 • Insert a cassette. ➥page 34 • If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card. (SC-D383/D385 only) ➥page 72 OPEN VO L MENU 2. Remove the lens cover. OPEN 3. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. • Open the LCD screen. • Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) • Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ).
basic recording RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE) • The EASY Q function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • With the EASY Q function, most of the miniDV camcorder settings are automatically adjusted, which frees you from making detailed adjustments. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 3. Press the EASY Q button.
ZOOMING IN AND OUT • The zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. • This miniDV camcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom. To zoom in Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto). (Or move the Joystick down ( T ) on the LCD panel.) VO L MENU To zoom out Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). (Or move up the Joystick ( W ) on the LCD panel.
basic recording SEARCHING QUICKLY FOR A DESIRED SCENE (SETTING THE ZERO MEMORY) (SC-D382/D385 only) • The zero memory function works in both Camera and Player modes. ➥page 18 • You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D385 only) 3.
SELF RECORD USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SETTING THE SELF TIMER) (SC-D382/D385 only) • The SELF TIMER function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D385 only) 3. Press the SELF TIMER button. • The ( ) indicator is displayed. CHG BATT. 4.
basic recording REVIEWING AND SEARCHING A RECORDING • • The Rec Search function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 Used to review previously recorded images or to find a point to record a new image in the STBY mode. Record Search (Joystick) 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3. To start recording, press the Recording start/stop button. VO L 4. Set to STBY mode by pressing Recording start/stop button again. 5.
USING THE FADE ON AND OFF • • The Fade function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3. Before recording, press the Joystick and then move the Joystick () to the right.
basic recording AUTO FOCUS / MANUAL FOCUS • The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative • • side of your recording. Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult or unreliable. Adjust the Auto Focus / Manual Focus functions only by using the Joystick.
SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE • The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can only be adjusted by using the Joystick. 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3. Press the Joystick. • Quick menu will appear. VOL MENU Setting the Shutter Speed 4.
advanced recording SELECTING THE RECORD MODE & AUDIO MODE (Rec Mode & Audio Mode) • • • • The Record mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ➥page 18 This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. - "SP" : This mode allows 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. - "LP" : This mode allows 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. The Audio mode function works in both Camera and Player modes.
CUTTING WIND NOISE (WINDCUT PLUS) • The windcut plus function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) • • modes. ➥page 18 Use the windcut plus when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. The windcut plus function minimizes wind or other noises while recording. - When the windcut plus is on, some low pitched tones are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 3.
advanced recording SELECTING THE REAL STEREO FUNCTION (REAL STEREO) • The Real Stereo function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • Real stereo enhances the left and right input signals when using the internal microphone. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( CHG BATT. ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear 4.
SETTING THE PROGRAM AE (PROGRAM AE) • • • The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 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. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( CHG BATT. ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear 4.
advanced recording SETTING THE PROGRAM AE (PROGRAM AE) Settings Auto Sports Contents - Portrait Spotlight Sand/ Snow High Speed • • - Auto balance between the subject and the background. To be used in normal conditions. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene. Reduces blurring when recording rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis games. If the Sports mode is used under a fluorescent light, the image may flicker.
SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) • • • The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the object in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image color. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG 1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( BATT. ). 3.
advanced recording Settings Auto Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent On-screen display Contents This option is generally used to control the white balance automatically. This controls the white balance according to the outdoor ambience, especially for close up and when the subject is of one dominant color. This option should be used when making a recording in cloudy weather. This option should be used when making a recording under white fluorescent lights.
APPLYING VISUAL EFFECTS (VISUAL EFFECT) • • • The visual effect function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 The visual effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate visual effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 10 visual effect modes. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( BATT. ). 3.
advanced recording Settings This mode gives the images a coarse effect. 2 Mosaic This mode gives the images a mosaic effect. 3 Sepia This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment. 4 Negative This mode reverses the colors, creating a negative image. 5 Mirror This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect. 6 BLK&WHT This mode changes the images to black and white. 7 Emboss1 This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).
Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide) • The 16:9 wide function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • Recordings in 16:9 wide will play back naturally only when the TV supports the 16:9 • CARD aspect ratio. This product is set to 16:9 wide by the factory default. MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG BATT. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). Camera Mode Camera Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS 3.
advanced recording USing the tele macro (macro) • Tele Macro function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 • Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 cm (19.7 inches) to 100 cm CARD (39.4 inches). MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CArD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). CHG BATT. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. Camera Mode Camera Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS 4.
Setting the digital image Stabilizer (diS) • The DIS function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. CARD or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when: - Recording with the zoom - Recording a small object close-up - Recording and walking at the same time - Recording through the window of a vehicle Set the Select switch to TAPE.
advanced recording USing back light compenSation mode (blc) • BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 • Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - - The subject is in front of a window. The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast. The light sources are too bright.
zooming in and oUt With digital zoom (digital zoom) • Maximum Digital Zoom works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater • than 34x (the default setting) during recording. Up to 34x zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 1200x zoom is performed digitally. The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you digitally zoom in on the subject.
advanced recording USing the color nite (c.nite) • C.Nite function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without compromising colors. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. CHG BATT. 4.
USing the light (light) (Sc-d382/d383/d385 only) • The Light function works only in Camera and M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 • The Light function enables you to record a subject in a dark place without • compromising colors. For example, you can make a satisfactorily recording of an outdoor gathering at night when you use this function. CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) 1. Set the Select switch to CArD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) CHG BATT. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3.
advanced recording recording a photo image on a tape -tape photo recording • Tape photo recording works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • You can record a photo image on a tape. The photo image is recorded and will take PHOTO VOL up a 6~7 second section of tape. AV 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) DV POW ER ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( 3. Press the PHOTO button. • " rEC " is displayed on the LCD screen, the photo image is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 4.
Searching For a photo image on a tape (photo Search) • The photo search works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right. 5. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Photo Search", then press the Joystick. / will flicker on the LCD screen. • 6.
playback playing back a tape on the lcd Screen • The playback function and speaker works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 • You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert the tape you wish to view. ➥page 34 Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). Open the LCD screen. • Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necessary. ➥page 31 5.
VarioUS FUnctionS While in player mode • This function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 • The PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, FF and rEW buttons are located on the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only), all of • • whose functions can also be operated with the Joystick (▲/▼//) on the camcorder. The F.ADV (Frame advance), X2 and SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only.
playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (SC-D382/D385 only) • Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in pause mode. • - Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the F.ADV button or ❙❙(+) button. - The F.ADV function works in pause mode only. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY) button. - Forward frame advance. Press the F.ADV button or ❙❙(+) button on the remote control in pause mode.
aUdio dUbbing (Sc-d382/d385 only) • This feature enables you to dub your voice through the • • • internal microphone or other audio equipment connected to the camcorder onto a pre-recorded camcorder tape. The original sound on the tape will not be erased. The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.
playback dUbbed aUdio playback (aUdio Select) • The dubbed Audio playback function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( CARD MODE TAPE (SC-D383/D385 only) ). 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right. 5.
aUdio eFFect • Audio effect function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 • Audio effect provides various playback effects to audio signals stored on a tape. 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Insert the recorded tape and press the MENU button. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right. 5.
connection playing back a tape on a tV Screen • • • The playback function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 To play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible. ➥page 100 We recommend that you use the AC power adapter as the power source for the camcorder. Connecting to a TV that has Audio/Video Input Jacks 1. Connect the camcorder to your TV with the Audio/Video cable.
Connecting to a TV that has no Audio/Video Input Jacks • You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable. • The yellow jack: Video VCR • The white jack: Audio(L) - mono • The red jack: Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 4. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 5. Turn on both the TV and VCR. • Set the input selector on the VCR to line.
connection copying a camcorder tape onto a Video tape • • The copying function works only in Player Mode. ➥ page 18 Connect your camcorder to a VCR using the AV jack to copy the recording from a camcorder tape onto a VCR tape. 1. Insert the tape you want to copy in your camcorder. 2. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) Camcorder VCR 3. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 4. Insert a new video tape in your VCR. 5. Connect the camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable.
USing the Voice+ FUnction • The Voice+ function works only in Player mode. ➥ page 18 • When copying (dubbing) a tape recorded on the camcorder to another AV device, you can dub your voice through the camcorder's internal microphone to the device, instead of the existing audio on the recorded tape. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable TV to the AV Jack of the camcorder. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the VCR/DVD Recorder/TV by matching the colors of the terminals. 3.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) USing a memory card (USable memory card) (not SUpplied) • • • This camcorder can use SD memory cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. The memory card stores and manages images recorded by the camcorder. Before inserting or ejecting the memory card, turn the miniDV camcorder off. memory card Functions • • • • • • Recording/Viewing Images.
• • • • • • • • • • • Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the memory card. Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing a photo image or formatting the memory card. Turn the power off before you insert or eject the memory card to avoid losing data. Do not place the memory card near a strong electro-magnetic device. Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the memory card. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to memory card.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) Image format Photo image • Photo images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. • The file extension is ".JPG" • The image size is 800x600. ➥page 76 (Tape Capture 640x480) Movie image • Images are compressed in MPEG4 (Moving Picture Experts Group) format. • The file extension is ".AVI" • The picture size is 720X480. ➥page 82 • • Up to 99 files are created in one folder. New folder is created when more than 99 files are created.
Setting the File nUmber (File no.) • File number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 • File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are • stored on the memory card. File numbers may be set as follows: - "Series": When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence. - "reset": When there are no files stored on the memory card, the file numbering starts from 0001. 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. CARD MODE TAPE CHG BATT.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) taking a photo image (Jpeg) on the memory card • You may take photo images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on the • memory card. ➥page 18 You can take photo images using the remote control. CARD MODE TAPE 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). CHG BATT. 3. After framing your object to record, fully press the PHOTO button to take the picture.
VieWing photo imageS (Jpeg) • This function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 • 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Memory", then press the Joystick. 5. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "M.Play Select", then press the Joystick. 6. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Photo", then press the Joystick. 7.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) protection From accidental eraSUre (protect) • The Protection function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 • You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you format the camcorder, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( • The last recorded image appears. • If there are no recorded images on the memory card, "No image!" is displayed. 3.
deleting photo imageS and moVing imageS (delete) • The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 • You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the memory card. • To delete a protected image, first cancel image protection. • Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images carefully before deleting them. 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( • The last recorded image appears.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) Deleting All Images at Once ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( • The last recorded image appears. • If there are no recorded images on the memory card, "No image!" is displayed. Memory M.Play Select Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format Move 3. Move the Joystick ( / ) left or right, search for the photo image that you want to delete. 4. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 5.
Formatting a memory card (Format) • • The format function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 You can use the format functions to completely delete all images and options on the memory card, including protected images. • The format function restores the memory card to its initial state. 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. Memory M.Play Select Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format Move 6.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) recording moVing imageS (mpeg) on a memory card • You may record moving images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on a memory card. ➥page 18 • You can record moving images with audio on a memory card. • The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X480. • Recording time available on a memory card. ➥page 74 Saving moving images onto a Memory Card 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 3.
Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card • • • • • • • • • • • Up to 2000 MPEG files can be stored on a memory card. MPEG files (moving images) can be recorded up to 2 GB per a moving file. Before using the recording a moving image function, check whether the memory card is inserted into the camcorder. MENU button is not available while recording a moving image. To use MENU button, stop recording. Recording a moving image is not available when a MENU is displayed on the screen.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) playing the moVing imageS (mpeg) on a memory card (m.play Select) • The moving Images playback function works only in M. Player mode. ➥page 18 M.Player Mode • You can play the moving images on a memory card. • The playback picture will be of higher quality if it is viewed on a PC rather than on a TV. M.Play Select 1/3 Memory 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. ). 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
recording an image From a tape aS a photo image • This function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 • Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape, and record it PHOTO VOL as a photo image on a memory card. Before operation Insert a recorded tape and a memory card into your camcorder. AV DV POW ER MODE CHG 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Press the Joystick, playback the cassette. • The image recorded on the tape is played back. 4.
digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only) copying a photo image From a tape to a memory card (photo copy) • The photo copy function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 Player Mode Tape • Using the search function, you can automatically take photo images from tapes Photo Search recorded in your miniDV camcorder and record them on a memory card in sequence. Before operation • Insert a tape recorded in your miniDV camcorder and rewind the tape. • Insert a memory card into your camcorder. 1.
marking imageS For printing (print mark) • The print mark function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 • This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. • You can automatically print images recorded on a memory card with a printer • • supporting DPOF. Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the menu. ➥page 77 There are 2 ways to make a print mark. - "This File": You can set a print mark on the image displayed on the LCD screen.
pictbridgeTM (SC-D383/D385 only) printing yoUr pictUreS – USing the pictbridgetm • PictBridgeTM function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 • By connecting the camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the • memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. With the PictBridge support, you can control the printer directly through your camcorder in order to print out stored pictures.
Selecting Images Move the Joystick (/) left or right to select an image to print. • Each press of the MENU button toggles between turning PictBridge menu screen on or off. 1/3 M.Player Mode Print Print Copies Date/Time Num. 02 Setting the Number of Prints 1. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Copies", then press the Joystick. 2. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to set the number of prints, then press the Joystick. Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option 1.
IEEE 1394 data transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.) • Connecting to other standard DV products. - • A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a device has a DV jack, you can transfer data from this camcorder to it by connecting to the DV jack using the correct DV cable (not supplied). - This camcorder has a 4-pin jack.
Recording with a DV Connection Cable • • • • • • • • • • Camcorder DV Jack L • PC VO 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device. • Make sure that ( ) is displayed. 4. Press the Recording start/stop button to begin REC PAUSE mode. • "PAUSE" is displayed. 5. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture. 6.
USB interface (SC-D383/D385 only) Using USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection • The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) • You can transfer a recorded file on a Memory Card to your PC via a USB connection. • If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0) supplied with the Camcorder.
• • • • • • • • • • • 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 Corporation. Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft® Corporation. All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.
USB interface (SC-D383/D385 only) Selecting the USb deVice (USb connect) • • USB connect function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 Using the USB cable, you can connect your camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the memory card, or to a printer to print your images. CARD 1. Set the Select switch to CArD. 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
inStalling the SoFtWare (dV media pro program) You need to install DV Media Pro to play back recorded movie files from this miniDV camcorder with the USB cable on your PC. • You have to install "DV Driver", "Video Codec" and "DirectX 9.0" to run DV Media Pro properly. • For moving images playback on a PC, install software in this order :DV Driver - DirectX 9.0 - Video Codec • For PC camera install software in this order: DV Driver - DirectX 9.0 - Video Codec before you start! • Turn on your PC.
USB interface (SC-D383/D385 only) connecting to a pc VOL 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. • If a USB cable is connected to the camcorder's USB jack, the Audio/Video cable is disabled. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the camcorder. (USB jack) AV DV POW ER MODE CHG Disconnecting the USB Cable • After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the following way: 1.
Using the PC camera Function • This function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • To use the PC camera function, DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. • • • • ➥page 95 When you connect to a web site that provides video chatting functions, you can use your camcorder to participate. When using this camcorder for video conferencing (such as net meeting), voice communication may not be supported depending on the video conferencing software.
ER POW BATT. maintenance BAT T. CH OPEN the life span of the battery. ER POW The battery pack should be release after recording is completed. 1. Open the cassette compartment cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction or the arrow. • Pull the cassette compartment out automatically. • Please wait while the tape is completely ejected. 2. After removing the tape, close the compartment cover and store the camcorder in a dust free environment.
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads • To ensure normal recording and clear pictures when recording on tape, clean the video heads when the playback • pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. This function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). (blue screen) 3. Insert a cleaning tape. 4. Press the Joystick. 5.
maintenance Using Your MINIDV Camcorder Abroad • Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. • Before using your miniDV camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
troubleshooting Troubleshooting • Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Tape end! Tape end! No Tape! Protection! Blinking slow slow no slow slow ....D L C R Informs that... The battery pack is almost discharged. When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes. The tape reached its end. There is no tape in camcorder.
troubleshooting • If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Symptom You cannot switch the camcorder on. Recording start/stop button does not operate while recording. The camcorder shuts off automatically. Charge runs out quickly. You see a blue screen during playback. A vertical strip appears on the screen when recording a dark background. Auto focus does not work. FF or REW, Play function Joystick (/) does not work.
Setting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Camera Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS BLC Digital Zoom C.Nite Light Photo Search Photo Copy Audio Select Audio Effect Record Rec Mode Audio Mode WindCut Plus Real Stereo Memory File No. M.
troubleshooting Setting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Display Guideline LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound USB Connect Language Demonstration Setting the Guideline Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD Screen Setting the Color tones of the LCD Screen Setting the Date and Time Selecting OSD on/off of TV Setting the Clock Set Using the remote control Setting the Beep sound Setting the Shutter sound Setting the USB Selecting the OSD language
specifications Model Name: SC-D381/ SC-D382 / SC-D383/ SC-D385 System Video signal NTSC Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, 12/16b PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s Tape recording time SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) Approx. 150 sec.
Warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
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