SC-D391 SC-D392 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. Photo Recording on a Tape You can record a photo image on a tape.
safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION CAUTION 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. 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. POWER 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. POWER 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. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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. 31. This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S.
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 • Direct 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 PREPARATION 12 INITIAL SETTING : SYSTEM MENU SETTING 23 02_ English 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-D392 only) 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 21 22 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 mod
INITIAL SETTING : DISPLAY MENU SETTING BASIC RECORDING 33 32 Setting the tv display (TV display) 33 33 34 35 36 37 Inserting / ejecting a cassette Various recording techniques Making your first recording Recording with ease for beginners (EASY.
contents 1 PLAYBACK 61 CONNECTION 67 57 58 59 60 Using the color nite (C.
TROUBLESHOOTING 77 SPECIFICATIONS 77 79 Troubleshooting Setting menu items 81 English _05
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 OPEN 1 2 3 4 Lens Remote sensor (SC-D392 only) Light (SC-D392 only) OPEN switch 5 6 7 8 EASY Q button ➥page 35 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 DV AV MENU W E MOD R POWE T CHG BAT T. 1 2 3 4 MENU button Joystick ( / / / / Select ), (W/T) ➥page 21 Recording start/stop button Jack cover (AV/DV jack) 08_ English 5 6 7 Built-in speaker Battery pack Battery release (BATT.
RIGHT & TOP VIEW VO L AV DV POW ER MODE CHG 1 2 3 4 Zoom(W/T) / Volume (VOL) lever PHOTO button ➥pages 59 Recording start/stop button POWER switch 5 6 7 Jack cover (DC IN jack) Cassette compartment cover Hand strap English _09
getting to know your miniDV camcorder REAR & BOTTOM VIEW AV DV MODE POWER CHG DC IN Jacks SC-D391/D392 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 AV jack MODE button Mode indicator (Camera ( DC IN Jack DV (IEEE1394) jack Charging (CHG) indicator Tripod receptacle 10_ English AV ) / Player ( ) mode) DV DC IN
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SC-D392 only) START/ STOP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PHOTO button ➥pages 59 START/STOP button SELF TIMER button ➥page 38 ZERO MEMORY button ➥page 37 PHOTO SEARCH button ➥page 60 A.DUB button ➥page 64 (FF) button (REW) button (PLAY) button DISPLAY 10 (-) / (+) (Direction) button ➥page 63 11 Display button 12 W/T (Zoom) button X2 button ➥page 63 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.
ATTACHING THE CORE FILTER To reduce electrical interference, attach the core filter to the AC power adaptor. • • Wind once! To attach the core filter to power adapter, roll the cable over core filter once. Be careful not to damage the cable when attaching the core filter. AC power adaptor INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY Button-type battery installation for the remote control (SC-D392 only) 1. Pull out the button-type battery holder toward the direction of the arrow. 2.
preparation USING THE BATTERY PACK • Use the IA-BP80WA 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 POW BAT T. ER ER POW BAT T. 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 20 • 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 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. Mode indicator AV DV Setting the operating modes • Set the operation mode by adjusting the MODE button and Select switch before operating any functions. • Press the MODE button to set Camera( ) or Player( ).
SCREEN INDICATORS IN CAMERA / PLAYER MODES OSD in Camera Mode 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 0:00:00 SP STBY 25 6 Art 24 S 60min 9 16Bit 10 23 22 21 20 M 1/60 13 WindCut Plus * ➥page 44 2 Tele Macro * ➥page 53 14 Fade ➥page 40/ 3 Tape photo recording ➥page 59 / 11 4 12 5 13 6 14 19 19 18 No Tape ! 1 Battery Level ➥page 16 W 7 T C.Nite 1/30 12:00 AM JAN.
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 MOD 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 22. POWE R T CHG BAT STBY SP 10Sec T.
HANDLING QUICK MENUS WITH THE JOYSTICK Quick Menu In Camera /Player modes Joystick Status Input OK 22_ English Camera ( ) Mode Player ( Exposure Focus Shutter Fade STOP REW FF PLAY STOP REW FF Return / Selection / Exit the menu PLAY PAUSE - ) Mode PAUSE FF STOP STOP REW REW FF FF PLAY PLAY REW STOP REW FF PLAY
initial setting : system menu setting SETTING THE CLOCK (CLOCK SET) • Clock setup works in Camera / Player modes. ➥page 18 • Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick ( / ) up or down to select "System", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( )to the right. 4. Move the Joystick ( / ) up or down to select "Clock Set", then press the Joystick.
SETTING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL ACCEPTANCE (REMOTE) (SC-D392 only) • The remote function works in Camera / Player modes. ➥page 18 • The remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with MODE the camcorder. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "System", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X)to the right.
initial setting : system menu setting SETTING THE BEEP SOUND (BEEP SOUND) • The beep sound function works in Camera / Player modes. ➥page 18 • You can turn the beep sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. MODE 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "System", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( )to the right.
initial setting : system menu setting SETTING THE BEEP SOUND (BEEP SOUND) 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Beep Sound", then press the Joystick. 5. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "On" or "Off", then press the Joystick. 6. To exit, press the MENU button. When beep sound is set to off, the power on/off sound is off.
initial setting : system menu setting SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE) • The Language function works in Camera / Player modes. • ➥page 18 You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "System", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( )to the right. DV AV 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 33 The demonstration operates repeatedly until the demonstration mode is switched off. 1.
initial setting : display menu setting SETTING THE GUIDELINE (GUIDELINE) • Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera 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. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. MODE ). 3.
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHT/LCD COLOR) • Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera / Player modes. ➥page 18 • Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.7 inch wide color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) • MODE 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" 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 2.
initial setting:display menu setting DISPLAYING THE DATE / TIME (DATE / TIME) • The date/time function works in Camera / Player modes. ➥page 18 • The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Display", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( )to the right. 4.
SETTING THE TV DISPLAY (TV DISPLAY) • The TV Display function works in Camera / 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) - Use the Display( ) button to turn the OSD on/off on the LCD screen and TV. ➥page 20 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear.
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. OPEN 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 33 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. • Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). - Make sure that STBY is displayed. • If the write protection tab of the cassette is open (set to save), STOP and "Protection!" will be displayed.
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. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the EASY Q button.
ZOOMING IN AND OUT • The zoom function works in Camera 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-D392 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. 2. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). MODE 3. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before recording or during playback at the point where you wish to return.
SELF RECORD USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SETTING THE SELF TIMER) (SC-D392 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. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). MODE 2. Press the SELF TIMER button. • The ( ) indicator is displayed. 3. To record movie images, press the Recording start/stop button. • Self timer starts counting down from 10.
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. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. To start recording, press the Recording start/stop button. 3. Set to STBY mode by pressing Recording start/stop button again. VO L MENU 4. To perform the backward search: • Move the Joystick ( ) to the left.
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. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Before recording, press the Joystick and then move the Joystick ( ) to the right. • Move the Joystick ( ) to the right fade function to select "Fade On". 3.
basic recording AUTO FOCUS / MANUAL FOCUS • The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in Camera 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 Camera modes. ➥page 18 • The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can only be adjusted by using the Joystick. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( 2. Press the Joystick. • Quick menu will appear. ). VOL MENU Setting the Shutter Speed 3. Move the Joystick ( ) to the left to select "Auto Shutter ( )" mode.
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. • • 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. MODE 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ) or Player ( ). 2. Press the MENU button.
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 MODE microphone. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Record", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right. DV AV 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. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Camera", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick ( ) to the right.
advanced recording SETTING THE PROGRAM AE (PROGRAM AE) Settings Auto Contents - Sports Portrait Spotlight Sand/ Snow High Speed • • - On-screen display 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 Camera 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. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear 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. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( MODE ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3.
advanced recording Settings Off Disables the function. Art This mode gives the images a coarse effect. Mosaic This mode gives the images a mosaic effect. Sepia This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment. Negative This mode reverses the colors, creating a negative image. Mirror This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect. BLK&WHT This mode changes the images to black and white. 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 • MODE aspect ratio. This product is set to 16:9 wide by the factory default. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. Camera Mode Camera Camer Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS 3.
advanced recording USING THE TELE MACRO (MACRO) • Tele Macro function works in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 cm (19.7 inches) to 100 cm MODE (39.4 inches). 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. Camera Mode Camera Camer Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Camera", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right.
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 • MODE or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits).
advanced recording USING BACK LIGHT COMPENSATION MODE (BLC) • BLC works in Camera 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. The subject is against a snowy background. 1.
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 • MODE 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. Selecting the Digital Zoom 1.
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. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. MODE ). 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Camera", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right.
USING THE LIGHT (LIGHT) (SC-D392 ONLY) • The Light function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 • The Light function enables you to record a subject in a dark place without MODE compromising colors. For example, you can make a satisfactorily recording of an outdoor gathering at night when you use this function. 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 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 DV POW ER 1. Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ). 2. Press the PHOTO button. • " REC " is displayed on the LCD screen, the photo image is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3.
SEARCHING FOR A PHOTO IMAGE ON A TAPE (PHOTO SEARCH) • The photo search works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 1. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 2. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Photo Search", then press the Joystick. / will flicker on the LCD screen. • 5.
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. MODE 1. Insert the tape you wish to view. ➥page 33 2. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 3. Open the LCD screen. • Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necessary. ➥page 30 4. Press the Joystick, then move the Joystick (W/X) left or right to rewind or forward the tape to the starting point.
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-D392 only), all of whose • • functions can also be operated with the Joystick (▲/▼/W/X) 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-D392 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 ❙❙X(+) button. - The F.ADV function works in pause mode only. To resume normal playback, press the X(PLAY) button. - Forward frame advance. Press the F.ADV button or ❙❙X(+) button on the remote control in pause mode.
AUDIO DUBBING (SC-D392 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. 1.
playback DUBBED AUDIO PLAYBACK (AUDIO SELECT) • The dubbed Audio playback function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 MODE 1. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 2. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right. 4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Audio Select", then press the Joystick. 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. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). Player Mode Tape Photo Search Audio Select Audio Effect Sound[1] Off 2. Insert the recorded tape and press the MENU button. 3. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick or move the Joystick (X) to the right. 4.
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 75 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. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). 4. Turn on both the TV and VCR. • Set the input selector on the VCR to line. • Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set. TV 5. Play the tape.
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. Press the MODE button to set ). Player ( Camcorder VCR 3. Insert a new video tape in your VCR. 4. Connect the camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable. • Connect the Audio/Video cable to the input jack on your VCR.
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.
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 PC L VO ). 1. Press the MODE button to set Player ( 2. 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. 3. Press the Recording start/stop button to begin REC PAUSE mode. • "PAUSE" is displayed. 4. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture. 5. Press the Recording start/stop button to start recording.
maintenance AFTER FINISHING A RECORDING • At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. • When recording with a battery pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce OPEN the life span of the battery. 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.
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. Press the MODE button to set Player ( ). (blue screen) 2. Insert a cleaning tape. 3. Press the Joystick. 4. Move the Joystick down (▼) after 10 seconds.
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! ....D L C R 76_ English Blinking slow slow no slow slow 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 (W/X) does not work.
SETTING MENU ITEMS Main Menu Camera Tape Record Display 78_ English Sub Menu Program AE White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS BLC Digital Zoom C.
troubleshooting SETTING MENU ITEMS Main Menu System Sub Menu Clock Set Remote d Beep Sound Language Demonstration Functions Setting the Clock Set Using the remote control Setting the Beep sound Selecting the OSD language Demonstration Available Mode Player Camera Mode Mode ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Page 23 24 25 27 28 c : SC-D392 only d : SC-D392 only ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • This user manual covers models SC-D391, SC-D392.
specifications MODEL NAME: SC-D391/ SC-D392 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. (using DVM60 tape) FF/REW time Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) : 680K Pixels Lens F1.
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.
If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.
