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3 1/2 inch DVD disc DVD-VIDEO recording camcorder with 3 I/2 inch (8cm) DVD-RW/+RWi-R/+R DL (Dual Layer) discs. 2.7" wide (16:9) LCD screen (112K pixels) The 2.7" wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 112K pixels LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.
,,--m What the icons and signs in this user manual mean: /'_ Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING /i_k Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION CAUTION l_} To reduce camcorder, the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, follow these basic safety precautions: Means hints or referential or personal pages that may be helpful when injury when operating using your DVD the DVD camcorder.
irneortant safety inst uc£c)ns I J 1. Read these instructions. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid iniury from tip-over. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
17. POWERSOURCES: The CAMCORDERshould 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 CAMCORDERis intendedto be operated from battery,power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 18.
irnaortant safety instruot'ons .,/ 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 a. b. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or obiects have fallen into the CAMCORDER. c. If the CAMCORDER water. d.
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. 3!. This product is covered by one or more of the following U.
,, - Warning! This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. connection. 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.
Makea backupof importantrecordeddata, Protectyourimportantrecordeddataby copyingthe filesto PC.Wealsorecommendyoucopyit fromyourPCto otherrecording mediaforstorage.Referto the softwareinstallationandUSBconnectionguide. Copyright:Pleasenotethatthis DVDcamcorderis intendedfor personaluseonly.
or- autions when usirsa IMPORTANT NOTE • ° • • ° • • • o Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp obiect. - If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur, if unevenness does not disappear, turn the camcorder off, wait for a few moments, then turn it on again. Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down. Close the LCD monitor when not using the camcorder.
• ° ° ° • ° • • Do not use the DVD camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism: If the DVD camcorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio transmitter or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound. At worst, the DVD camcorder could malfunction.
TO BASIC FEATURES O6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVD CAMCORDER 09 What's 10 11 Front and right view Left side and bottom 12 Rear and top view 13 Remote 14 Installing 15 Holding 16 21 22 Charging the battery pack Basic DVD camcorder operation Screen indicators 26 Using the display 26 Using the joystick 27 Using the LCD screen 27 28 Using the viewfinder Initial setting: OSD language 30 Selecting 30 32 Inserting and removing Recordable time INTRODUCTION PREPARATION DVD CAMCORDER MODE: B
DVD CAMCORDER MODE: RECORDING/PLAYBACK 33 Recording movie images on a disc 35 Recording with ease for beginners 36 Capturing still images during (SC-DX103/DX105 DVD CAMCORDER MODE: EDITING MOVIE IMAGE DVD CAMCORDER MODE: DISC MANAGE (EASY.
ontents DIGITAL CAMERA MODE (SC-DX103/DX105 ONLY) USING THE MENU iTEMS PRINTING PHOTO iMAGES (SC-DX103/DX105 ONLY) 04_ English 52 55 Inserting and ejecting a memory card Recordabte time and number of images 56 Recording 57 58 Taking photo images Playing movie images 59 60 Viewing photo images Protection from accidental 61 Deleting 62 63 Handling menus Menu items 65 Recording 78 78 Playback menu item Setting menu items 83 DPOF print setting 84 Direct printing movie images on a memory
CONNECTING TO AV DEVICES CONNECTING TO A PC (SC-DXl03/DX105 ONLY) 86 88 Connecting to a TV Dubbing images from the Camcorder HDD recorder 89 Using Voice Plus 90 System 91 Installing 93 94 Connecting the USB cable Viewing the contents of storage media (memory 96 Transferring card from the DVD requirements DV Media PR© camcorder MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY (SEA USERS to a VCR or DVD/ files on the memory card) to your PC 97 Using the P
This chapter introduces the basic features of your DVD camcorder. See the reference pages below for more information. 0 0 0 charging the Battery pack _page 18 Setting OSD language and the date/time ,-,pages 28-29 Selecting the storage media (DISC and CARD) (SC-DX103/DX105 _SS',, _. only) _,page 30 You can record movie and photo images. - You can take a photo only on the memory card. DVD discs do not support photo mode. - Refer to pages 52~54 for the supported memory cards before purchasing them.
• • Recording movie images ',*pages 33-37, 56 Taking the photo images (SC-DX103/DX105 only) _page 57 Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views _,pages 38, 58-59 Viewing playback from your DVD camcorder on your PC (SC-DX103/DX105 only) or TV _pages 86-89, 96 Editing movie images as your preference (Editing function is available only in DVD-RW(VR mode)) _,pages 40-46 You must finalize the disc in advance to view the movie images recorded on a DVD camcorder on other DVD devices.
The function of the finalized Finalized disc depends on the disc type. r DVD'R Finalized 1 recordings, The finalized DVD disc can be played on most DVD devices. "_ even if the disc| _You enough cannot make L.Inas space..more..........j-1 You can record more after ) Finalized You can play back the disc only on a DVD player that supports DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode. (_You can play back the ® • ° • ° • • • , 08_ English disc on other DVD devices without finalizing it.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR Your new DVD camcorder Samsung's Customer O The exact comes appearance : ::User manual : (AD68-02550A): Remote of each I_. ° ° • accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call by model. Quick start guide (AD68-02561A) i control on y) item may vary AC power adaptor (AA-E9 type) i (AD44-00116A) : (AD59,00155A) (SC,DXl05 with the following Care Center. Battery pack (IA.
FRONT AND RIGHT VIEW CLO§.
LEFT AND BOTTOM VIEW @ G Display (IC31) button 1_ Battery 1_ EASY Q button Built-in speaker @ FINALIZE !_ button BATT.
REAR AND TOP VIEW ® ® ® {_ Viewfinder f_ Zoom (Wf_ PHOTO lever/Volume button (SC-DX103/DX105 @ Focus adjustment 1_} MODE button (Record I_ Recording 12_ English only) OPEN switch I_ AV jack I_ USB iack (SC-DX103/DX105 knob DO IN/USB / Mode indicator (_)/Play start/stop [Z} ACCESS/CHG control l_ AV jack cover (!-_-I) mode) I_ DO IN jack button [_ POWER indicator (SC-DX103/DX105 switch only) only) /
eoaration This section provides information on using this DVD camcorder; such as how to use the provided to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initial setup, accessories, how REMOTE CONTROL (SC-DX105 only) ® % (_ START/STOP button 1_ DISPLAY button 1_ Skip (e/e) @ Stop (®) % @ button button I_ Play!Pause l_ MENU (G _)button button Control (@/(_/([:)/(})/@) (_ PHOTO button l_ Zoom 1_ Search buttons (VVfT) button ((_/(_) Slow playback button ((_) button The bu
on t I INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY Installation for the internal clock (battery release) switch 1. Open the LCD screen, then slide the BATT. (battery release) switch in the arrow direction to remove the battery pack. 2. Remove the battery cover. 3. insert the button-type battery then place the battery cover back. Position the button type battery with the positive (+) terminal face out in the button type battery slot.
HOLDING THE DVD CAMCORDER Attaching the grip belt insert your right hand from the bottom of the DVD camcorder up to the base of your thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button, PHOTO button, and the Zoom lever, Adjust the length of grip belt so that the DVD camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb ................. 1. Pull and detach the grip belt.
re r tion I f CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK e o There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD camcorder. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. - The battery pack: used for outdoor recording. - The AC power adaptor: used for indoor recording, To charge the battery pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your DVD camcorder. Attaching the battery pack to the DVD camcorder 1. Open up the LCD screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2.
About battery packs • • • . The battery pack should be recharged in an environment that is between 0°C (32°F) and 40°C (104°F). However, when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 0°C (32°F)), its usage time becomes reduced and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-insert it to the DVD camcorder. Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).
Charging the battery pack • + 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Charging indicator The color of the ACOESS/OHG (charging) indicator indicates the power or charging state. If the battery has been fully charged, the charging indicator is green. If you are charging the battery, the color of the charging indicator is orange. If an error occurs while the battery pack in charging, the charging indicator blinks orange. 18 POWER Use the IA-BP80W battery pack only.
Charging, recording and playback (with no zoom operation, etc.) For your reference, the approximate time with a fully charged Viewfinder Normal ' Vie r times with a fully charged -- battery pack battery pack: 50min 55min 60min 65min 70min 75min The time is only for reference. Figures shown above are measured under Samsung's differ from your actual use. The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.
Using the DVD camcorder with the AC power adaptor It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the DVD camcorder from a household when you perform settings on it, finalize a disc, play back, or edit images, or use it indoors. _,page 18 I_o Be sure to use the provided AC power adaptor to power the DVD camcorder. Using other AC power adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire. The AC power adaptor can be used around the world.
BASIC DVD CAMCORDER OPERATION Turning the DVD camcorder on and off You can turn the camcorder Selecting • the operating on or off by sliding the POWER switch down. modes Set the operation mode by adjusting the Storage mode switch (SC-DX103/DX105 and MODE button before recording or operating any functions. only) 1. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC or CARD. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) DVD camcorder mode: To record movie on a DVD disc.
on SCREEN INDICATORS DVD camcorder (disc) record mode Movie record mode Operating Warning @-- -O -_ ,.@ mode (STBY (standby) or ® (recording)) indicators @ Time counter (movie recording Remaining time Storage media (disc) Battery info.(remaining -@ _ @ _C. @ ,, • • 22 This OSD indicators are based on using a DVDRW disc. The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display.
DVD camcorder (disc) play mode Movie play mode Operating Warning status (Play!Pause) indicators and messages Time code (elapsed time) Storage media (disc) Battery info (remaining battery level) Disc Format (-RW VideoiVR mode only) Quality @ Voice plus Movie No. Date/Time @ Volume control English .
Digital camera (memory card) record mode 8} _ ® % % ®CS Record mode Operating mode (STBY (standby) or Q(recording)) Warning indicators and messages @ Time counter (movie recording time) Remaining time Storage media (memory card) Battery info (remaining battery level) The total number of recordable @ Back Light @ Zoom position Date/Time @ Manual Exposure* Manual Focus* White Balance The digital DX105 only.
Digital camera (memory card) play mode (Video) Video play mode Operating status (Play/Pause) Time code (elapsed time) @ Warning indicators and messages Storage media (memory card) Battery info (remaining battery level) Erase Protection File Name (folder-file name) Volume control Date/Time Digital camera (memory card) play mode (Photo) ® % Photo play mode Slide Show Image counter (current image/total @ Warning indicators number of recorded images) and messages Storage media (memory card) G Batte
I on I USING THE DISPLAY (IE]I) BUTTON Switching the information display mode You can switch between the on-screen information display modes: Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power, and then press the Display (1131) button. Each press of the Display button toggles the OSD (On Screen Display) function on and off. ,, Full display mode: All information will appear. ,, Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear.
USING THE LCD SCREEN Adjusting the LCD screen 1. Open up the LCD screen 90 ° with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. Do not lift the DVD camcorder 180° by holding the LCD screen. WARNING ,, Over-rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the DVD camcorder. , See page 79 to adjust brightness and color of the LCD screen.
INITIAL SETTING: • OSD LANGUAGE & DATE AND TIME Initial setting is available in all operating modes. _page 21 To read the menus or messages in your desired language, set the OSD language. To store the date and time during record, set the date/time. Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. _,page 21 You can also set the date and time using the setting menu. _-page 29 Selecting the OSD language You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1.
Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this DVD camcorder for the first time. The recording date/time is recorded on the movie/photo(SC-DX108/DX105 only)images. 1. Press the MENU button. o The menu will appear. 2. Move the Joystick right or left to select "Setting." ,, The setting menu will appear. 3. Move the Joystick up or down to select "Date/Time ,, The month will be selected. Set," then press the Joystick. 4.
c moorder mode: before record nQ SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SC-DX103/DX105 only) You can record movies onto a DVD disc, and you can record both movies and photos onto a memory card. With models SC-DX103/DX105, you must select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. Selecting • the desired storage Set the Storage mode switch to DISC or CARD. (DISC *--,CARD) DVD camcorder mode: To record movies on a DVD disc.
7}+ • ove the grip belt so it does not interfere with inserting or ejecting the disc. The disc cover can be opened when the device is connected to an AC power adaptor or the battery pack, even if the power is off. Caution This product utilises a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not look inside the product if interlock mechanism is damaged.
Removing a disc 1. Slide the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow. • The disc cover will partially open. 2. Gently open the cover the rest of the way by hand. 3. Remove the disc, • While pushing down the center portion of the disc spindle, Gently push the disc cover to close it. , , pick up the disc by the edges to remove. The Finalize/Format functions are not available when the battery level is low (_).
DVD RECORDING r mode: corcln MOVIE IMAGES ON A DISC o Set the Storage mode switch to DISC before recording on a disc. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) _page 30 _, You can record movie images using the remote control. (SC-DX105 only) _page 13 ,, This DVD camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other is on the LCD panel. Select the Recording start/ stop button that works best for you. ; 1. Turn the DVD camcorder ,, ,, i 111 'st!: on.
DVDc rr® r + + The recorded movie image size is 720X480. Eject the battery pack when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption. + For on-screen information display, see page 22. + For approximate recording time, see page 32. + Sound is recorded from the internal stereo microphone at the front of the DVD camcorder. Take care that this microphone is not blocked.
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS With the EASY.Q function, most of the DVD camcorder adjusted, which relieves you of detailed adjustments. O 1 Slide the POWER • Set the Storage switch downwards mode (EASY.Q MODE) settings are automatically to turn on the power. switch to DISC. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) -, page 30 2. Press the EASY Q button. • When you press the EASY Q button, most functions are set to off and the following functions are set to "Auto.
DVDo rr r{ : N CAPTURING STILL IMAGES DURING MOVIE IMAGE PLAYBACK(SC-DX103/DX105 o e This function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 If you press the PHOTO button during playback, it stops playing and saves one image of the current movie scene that is paused to the memory card. 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and set the Storage mode switch to DISC. • Press the MODE button to set the Play mode. _page 21 The thumbnail index screen appears. 2.
ZOOMING Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This DVD oamcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom. • Zoom lever is on the top of the camcorder. ,, You can also use zoom function by moving the Joystick (W/T) up or down. To zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards To zoom OUt Slide the zoom lever towards o o T (telephoto). W (wide-angle). The farther you slide the zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action.
DVD PLAYING o e e This You You Use rr : MOVIE IMAGES function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 can switch to the Play mode by using the MODE button. can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index views. the playback-related buttons on the remote control. (SC-DX105 only) _page 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and open the LCD screen. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103/DX105 Adjust brightness or color of the LCD screen.
Adjusting the volume • You can control the volume by using the zoom lever during playback. _, You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker. The level can be adjusted anywhere between 0 and 19. I_lf you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear the sound from the speaker. Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop • Playback and Pause functions alternate when you press the Joystick. Move the Joystick down to stop playback.
carncordermode:edt na rnove L..,/ DELETING o e • • IMAGES This function works only in the Play mode. You can delete undesired movie images recorded on the disc. This function works only on a DVD-RW disc(VR mode). An image that has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. ',*page 30 2. Press the MODE button to set the Play mode. ,, The thumbnail index view appears. 3. Press the MENU button. 4.
DELETING • o o A SECTION OF A MOVIE IMAGE (PARTIAL DELETE) This function works only in the Play mode. ",page 21 Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103!DX105 A movie image can be partially deleted. only) _page 30 1. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Edit." 2. Press the Joystick to select "Partial Delete." 3. Use the Joystick to select the desired movie image, then press the Joystick. • The selected file fills the screen with paused.
D&!D amcorder mode: e_dting mov'e image PLAYLIST What's a Playlist? • You can create a playlist on the same disc by gathering your favorite scenes from the recorded movie images. When creating or deleting a pfaylist, the original movie image will not be erased. Adding or deleting movie images from a playlist does not affect the original movie images. . This function works only on a DVD-RW disc CVRmode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR mode before recording.
Creating a playlist • • o • This Set You You function works only in Play mode. the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103/DXl05 only) _*page 30 can create a playlist by gathering your favorites from the recorded movie images. can create only one playlist. Move the Joystick to select the playlist(Dl) tab in the thumbnail index view. • Thumbnail index view of the playlist appears. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Edit." 2. 3.
Arranging • o • the order of movie images within a playlist This function works only in Play mode. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DXt03/DX105 You can arrange movie images within a playlist by moving only) _page 30 them to the desired position. 1. Move the Joystick to select the playlist([_) tab in the thumbnail index view. • Thumbnail index view of the playlist appears. 2. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Edit." 3.
Deleting movie images from a playlist o • This function works only in Play mode. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC, (SC-DX103/DX105 You can delete undesired movie images within a playlist. only) _page 30 1. Move the Joystick to select the playlist(E_) tab in the thumbnail index view. - Thumbnail index view of the playlist appears. 2. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Edit." 3. Move the Joystick up or down to select "Delete," then press the Joystick. 4.
£VD camcorder mode: ed tisa mo£e 'maae Deleting a section of movie image within a playlist * , ° This function works only in Play mode. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC, (S©-DX103/DX105 You can delete a section of a movie image within a playlist. only) _page 30 Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Edit." 2. Press the Joystick to select "Partial Delete." 3. Move the Joystick to select the desired movie image, then press the Joystick.
DVD a rnaorder mode: dlsa t DISC FINALIZE o O This function works only in the Record mode _page 21 To play the contents of a DVD-RW/-R/+R DL on other DVD players/recorders/drives, you must finalize the disc. When finalizing, there should be enough power in the battery. If the AC power adaptor is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected. A power cut during finalizing may prevent the disc from playing. 1. 2. 3. 4. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. _.
DVD ca corder mocl : disc rnanag Playing back on a PC with a DVD drive The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD-running media (DVD drive). Turn on your PC. 2. Insert a finalized disc into the DVD drive of the PC. o DVD playback application software starts and the disc will play. • If DVD playback application does not start automatically, run the application through the start menu. lJ oo o o by navigating Use a DVD drive compatible with 3 1/2 inch (8cm) disc.
DISC UNFINALIZE o o This function works only in the Record mode. _page 21 if a DVD-RW disc had been finalized in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unfinalize the disc for further recording. When unfinalizing, there should be enough power in the battery. If the AC power adaptor is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected. 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. _.,page 21 2. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103i DX105 only) -page 30 3.
DISC FORMAT • This function works only in the Record mode, _page 21 You can format a recorded disc for re-use. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. _page 21 2. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) _page 30 3. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Disc Manage," 4. Move the Joystick up or down to select "Disc Format," then press the Joystick.
DISC IN FORMATION o • This function works only in the DVD camcorder record mode. _page 21 It shows you disc information such as the disc name, disc type, disc format, etc. NOTICE : Make sure that you insert a disc. '-,page 30 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. _page 21 2. Set the Storage mode switch to DISC. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) _-,page 30 3. Press the MENU button, then move the Joystick right or left to select "Disc Manage." 4.
DX105 INSERTING AND EJECTING A MEMORY CARD This DVD camcorder has multi card-slot for access to SD (Secure Digital) and MMC (MultiMediaCard) cards, Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. Inserting a memory card 1. Open the memory card cover, 2. Insert the memory card into the slot until it softly clicks. o Make sure that the label-pasting portion is facing up and the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure. 3.
SD memory card • SD memory cards havea mechanical write-protection switch. Setting the switch prevents accidental erasureof files recorded on the card. Toenable writing, move the switch up in the direction of terminals.To set write protection, move the switch down. MMC(Multi Media Card) • MMC cards have no protection _page 60 tab, so please use the protect function _i_i i,_i Et:_ c::_ in the menu. Common cautions for memory card ° Damaged data may not be recovered.
-DX1 I05 o Note on use • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid losing data from moving and static electricity. o After a period of use, the memory card may become warm, This is normal and is not a malfunction.
RECORDABLE Recordable time TIME AND NUMBER OF IMAGES for movie images Memory card Storage Capacity 128MB Approx. 8 min Movie image Recordable number of photo 1', 256MB Approx. 16 min Actual formatted • • I 2GB Approx. 32 min I Approx. 64 rain I Approx. 120 min I Approx. 4830 Memory card -'-_J [ super _ioo • ° 1GB 128M B Photo Quality * I images ...... ..S.....t...0.....r._g_t ........................... __apacity 512MB i capacity Approx: 6oo Approx.
1 RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES ON A MEMORY CARD • • • Set the Storage mode switch to CARD before recording on a memory card. You can record movie images using the remote control. (SC-DXl05 only) _-page 13 This DVD camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other is on the LCD panel. Select the Recording start/ stop button that works best for you. 1. Turn the DVD camcorder on. o • Connect a power source to the DVD camcorder.
TAKING PHOTO IMAGES O o Set the Storage mode switch to CARD before recording on a memory card, You can take photo images using the remote control. _*page 13 (SC-DX105 only) 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn the DVD camcorder on. o Set the Storage mode switch to CARD, _page 30 2. Check the subject on the LCD screen. (Lens and LCD) o Set the Lens open/close switch to open (0). _page 10 3. Press the PHOTO button to take the picture. • A shutter sound is heard.
d tal oam da m (3o k_J txd o3/ PLAYING MOVIE IMAGES o o • • This You You Use function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 can switch to the Play mode by pressing the MODE button. can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index views. the playback-related buttons on the remote control. _,,page 13 (SC-DX105 only) 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and open the LCD screen. ,, Set the Storage mode switch to CARD. o Adjust brightness or color of the LCD screen. _.
VIEWING e • PHOTO IMAGES This function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 You can play back and view photo images recorded on the memory card. 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and open the LCD screen, o Set the Storage mode switch to CARD. _page 30 • Adjust brightness or color of the LCD screen. _,page 79 2. Press the MODE button. Use the Joystick to highlight the photo ( D ) tab. • The thumbnail index view of photo images appears.
05 PROTECTION o • • FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE This function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute formatting, all files including protected files will be erased. 1, Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. • Set the Storage mode switch to CARD. _page 30 2. Press the MODE button to set the Play mode. o The thumbnail index view appears.
DELETING IMAGES • o • • This function works only in the Play mode. You can delete undesired movie images recorded on the memory card. If you want to delete the protected images, you must first release the image protection. An image that has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. ° Set the Storage mode switch to CARD. _,page 30 2. Press the MODE button to set the Play mode. ,, The thumbnail index view of movie images appears.
HANDLING MENUS O Follow the instruction For example: setting below to use each of the menu items listed on this page. the Focus Using the MENU button 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power. - Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) '-page 2. Press the MENU button. 3. 4. Move the Joystick right or left to select "Focus." Move the Joystick up or down to select the desired option, e Move the Joystick right or left to adjust focus manually. 5.
MENU ITEMS • • Accessible items in menu vary depending on the operating For operation details, see the corresponding page. Recording .................... : Operating : mode. menu items mode Scene Mode(AED White Balance : '::'"':........ DISC ..... 1 : " .... Defauftvalue Pa e g :,,,: :: 65 .... I: ,...... @ X Auto O @ Auto 66 @ Auto 67 I ® Exposu, re CARD (SC'DX103! DX105 _,:,i O.
I I Playback menu items : '":'"'"'", : operating mode : Delete -- Edit ...... : DISC::: CARD::: :(SC:D×i03iDXl Video @ X Q 0 J Partial Delete Protect Defauitvalue Photo O ..... l:; ::: Page : 40,61 41,46 X 6O X @ X ® ® 78 Print Mark(DPOF) X X @ 83 Slide Show (in the single image display) X X @ 59 Card M,anage ......... @ • possible, Setting .....
RECORDING MENU ITEMS You can set up the menu items for recording. Scene Mode(AE) This DVD camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of six modes depending on conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming. Settings Auto On-screen Contents display Auto balance between the subject and the background. To be used _nnormal conditions.
White Balance This DVD camcorder recording conditions, automatically adjusts the color of subject. Change the white balance setting depending on the On-screen Settings Contents Auto display Thts opt!on is generally used to control the white balance automatically, None Daylight This controls the white balance according to the outdoor ambience, especially for close up and when the sublect s of one dominant color. Cloudy This option is used when you make a recording in cloudy weather.
II Iit !I tt A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result. It is recommended that you specify "Digital Zoom: Off" (_page 76) before setting white balance. Do not use a colored object when setting white balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.
Manual exposure is recommended in situations listed below: • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. • When the background is overly dark or the subiect is bright. , • f you manually change the exposure value when "Scene are applied first. This function will be set to "Auto" in the EASY.Q mode.
Digital Effect The digital effect enables 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 to create. There are 10 different digital effect options. On-screen Off display None Disables the function. [_ Black White & : ::: : This mode changes the images to black and white. [_ Sepia i ::i This mode gives the images a reddish brown pigment.
Focus The DVD camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the DVD camcorder is turned auto focus will always be set. You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. : : : Contents: : Auto tn most situations, you to concentrate Manual Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions automatic focusing difficult or unreliable.
[_ .• • "Focus" wilt alternate manuat focus and auto focus. With auto noauto indication If you arefunction _nexperienced in thebetween use of DVD camcorders, we recommend that focus, you use focus, wifl appear on the screen. This function will be set to "Auto" in the EASY, Q mode, Shutter The DVD camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending manually adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions. Settings Auto: :, :: .
(_ •• ° • We using athe tripod whenspeed recording shutter speed. function If yourecommend manually change shutter value with whena slow "Scene Mode(AE)" with priority. The image may not seem smooth when a high speed is set. This function will be set to "Auto" in the EASY.Q mode. ° o • When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not directly shining into the lens. The shutter speed can be set in the DVD camcorder record mode only.
Wind Cut You can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. If "Wind Cut" is set to "On," the tow-frequency components in the sound picked during recording: this makes it easier to hear voices and sound during playback. • Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as a beach. Settings :Off :::: :: Contents Disables On Minimizes up by the microphone : the function. wind noise or other noise while recording.
me LAitems q_J C. Nite You can in dark make the subject places without recorded appear a compromise to be in slow by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in colors, Contents Settings On;screen display None Off Disables the function. 1/30 Records a brighter image. 1/15 Records a brighter image even % motion n a dark place. . • When using C.Nite. the focus adjusts slowly and white dots may appear on the screen, this is not a defect. C.
Fader "You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. Settings :. Off:: On : :: : Contents .... .... ....... the functionl I Disables Fader is executed. Fade in Press the Recording the image and sound Fade out On-screen l such as fade in at the beginning Fade in (approx. 3 seconds) display of a : None Fade out (approx. 3 seconds) stardstop button when are faded in (fade in). "Fader" is set to "On.
Digital Zoom You can select the maximum during recording. Zooming zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 34x (the default more than 34x is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical setting) zoom, This right side of the bar shows the digitat zooming factor. The zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level, Contents Settings Off Up to 34x zoom is performed optically.
File No • (SC DX103/DX105 File numbers are assigned only) to photo images in the order they were recorded. On.screen display Settings Contents Series Assigns file numbers in sequence even if the memory card is replaced with another one or after formatting, or after deleting all files.
PLAYBACK MENU ITEM Card Manage , (SC-DX103/DX105 only) You can manage a memory card for recording Settings ® e ,, • o mode. Contents Format Card in the digital camera Delete all files and options Info Shows the card _qformation on the memory On-screen card including such as used space, protected files. free space. None If you execute the format function, all files will be deleted completely and the erased files cannot be recovered.
Date/Time You can set the date and time to display on the LCD screen. . Before you use the "Date/Time" function, you must set the date and time. _-,page 29 Settings i :iOff i:_!:: x ¸::¸ " Current date and time information display None is not displayed, il :/ ::Date ::: Omscreen Contents I Time Displays the current date, Displays the current time.
Beep Sound You can turn the beep sound on or off. Settings:: On 1_o I : ancets t'hebeep sound. |When on, a beep will sound every time a button offset while recording movies. • The Whenbeep beepsound soundis is to off, the power on/off sound Shutter Sound (SC-DX103/DX105 You can turn the shutter ::: is off, ,,:: :, .... with each press of--_e PHOTO ::: i:::"On-screen button, li display None None Off You can set the DVD camcorder and thumbnail index view.
Remote (SC-DX105 This function Settings allows you to enable or disable : Off ,:On ::: only) the remote : control for use with the DVD camcorder. Contents : I On-screen l D sab es the function. ' ........ The (8) indicator aRRears when you use the remote control. You can Contro the DvL_ camcorder with t-h-eremote control. display ; None None TV Display The TV Display function works in recording and play modes. You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).
Transparency You can select the desired transparency "0%" -'* "20%" --' "40%" _ "60%" ° This function to display the menu. can be set only in the record mode. Language You can select "English" -, " "Svenska" _ -_ "PyccKx_" - a desired language to display the menu and messages. _-_, 0_ " -, "Fran(}ais" -* "Deutsch" -_ "ltaliano" -* "EspaSot" -* "Portugu6s" --, "Nederlands"--* "Suomi" --* "Norsk" --, "Dansk"_ "Polski" -, "(_esky" --, "Slovensky" -_ "Magyar" -_ "YKpaTxcbKa" -_ " _ " -_ "_.
pr'nt ng photo iMage (sc-Dx You can print ptsoto images by inserting the DPOF setting card(memory connecting the DVD camcorder to the PictBridge printer. DX105ony) card) to the DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF PRINT SETTING • • 1. 2, 3. 4. 5. 6, This function works only in the Play mode. _page 21 This DVD camcorder is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can select which images to be printed and the number of prints with this DVD camcorder.
orintina ©hoto irnaa (so-Dxo3/tx o5 DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE o if your printer is compatible with PictBridge, photo images can be printed connecting the camcorder to the printer directly with the USB cable. DPOF cannot be set while PictBridge in use. _,page 83 easily by NOTICE: After selecting "PictBridge" in the menu, connect the USB cable. 1. Move to the photo play mode.
Setting the date/time imprint option Move the Joystick right or left to select "Date/Time," then move the Joystick up or down to select the desired option. To exit, press the MENU button. To print using the DPOF setting If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF setting. _page 83 ® • If the printer is not recognized, or to print again after direct printing with a PictBridge printer, remove the USB cable, select "PictBridge" in the menu again, then reconnect the cable.
connect na to AV d You can view the recorded movie and photo images(SC-DXl03i camcorder to a TV, CONNECTING o • ic DX105 only) on a large screen by connecting the DVD TO A "IV To play back your recordings, the television must be NTSC compatible. _page 102 We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as the power source for the DVD camcorder. Use the provided follows: AV cable to connect the DVD camcorder DVD eamcorder TV to a TV as @@@ 1.
Adjust the sound volume on TV. The remote control is usefulwhen operating the DVD camcorder while viewing an image on TV screen. (SC-DX105only) o If only a mono audio input is availableon the connected device (TV,etc.), use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L). • When a copy-protected movie is played back, no image will appear on TV screen. • When "TV Display" is set to "Off," OSD(OmScreen-Display)does not appear on the TV screen.
DUBBING IMAGES FROM THE CAMCORDER TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD You can dub images played back on this DVD camcorder onto other video devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Use the provided AV cable to connect the DVD camcorder to another video device as shown in the following figure: 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn the power on, then open the LCD screen. _page 21 o Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-DX103/DX105 only) _page 30 2. Press the MODE button to set the Play mode.
USING VOICE PLUS DVD camcorder • o • The Voice Plus function works only in the DVD camcorder play mode. page 38 This function enables you to narrate over a pre-recorded disc via the DVD camcorder's microphone. When you want to copy a DVD onto other AV devices (DVD recorder, VCR), you can dub your voice sound incoming from the internal microphone of your DVD camcorder to an AV device, instead of copying the audio signals on a pre-recorded disc. TV Sfgnat low AV c_ble 1.
3C 1 This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a PC using the USB cable for various functions. Q When connecting a USB cable to a PC, refer to the software installation instructions and PC specifications SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS DV Media Following PRO requirements OS must be satisfied to use DV Media PRO. Windows Vista(32bit, 64bit), XP, or 2000 *Standard installation is recommended. Operation may not be assured if the above OS has been upgrade.
INSTALLING DV Media PRO When you install the DV Media PRO software on your Windows computer, you can enjoy the following connecting your DVD camcorder to your computer via a USB cable. - View Movie Recordings and Photos on PC: DV Driver, DirectX9.0, Video Codec - PC cam/USB streaming function: DV Driver, DirectX9.0, Video Codec operations by Before your start! • Turn on your PC. Exit all other running applications. • Insert the provided CD into the CD-R©M drive.
1 Application Installation - Quick Time 1. Click "Quick Time" on the Setup screen. • QuickTime is Apple's technology for handling 360-degree virtual reality (VR) scenes. (_. movie, sound, animation, on graphics, text, music, and even Please installWe by do using Softwarecompatibility CD that came with this CD DVD camcorder. not the guarantee for different versions. • o • , o For movie playback on a PC, install software in this order: DV Driver, DirectX 9.
CONNECTING THE USB CABLE To copy the movie files and photo files to your PC, connect DVD camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. your 1. Set the "USB Connect" to "Mass Storage." _page 8! 2. Connect the DVD camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. ® • o o DVD camcorder PC Do not apply excessive force when inserting or extracting a USB cable into/from a USB jack. insert a USB cable after checking the direction of its insertion is correct. Hi-speed Disconnecting USB (USB 2.0) recommended.
consect Na to a PG(8o-s×l VIEWING O THE CONTENTS You can transfer a USB cable. OF STORAGE MEDIA (MEMORY DX105 on y) CARD) or copy the files saved on the memory, card onto the PC using Windo'n. _ can pelJolmtlle same acLion each _ne VOU _ell 1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power, then set the Storage mode switch to CARD. '-,pages 21,30 • Removable disk supports only the memory, card. (DVD is not supported) Connect the DVD camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. _,page 93 3.
Structure ,, ,, o of folders and files on the storage media (Memory card) The folder and file structure for the memory card is as follows: Do not arbitrarily change or remove the folder or file name. It may not be playable. The file naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System). El ® i!¸¸ _b Image configuration file (_ This is where data for photo files such as DPOF are stored. MSUNG OV Movie image file (_ The movie images are formatted with a file name as follows: SMOV0001.
SOTRANSFERRING YOUR PC 1 FILES FROM ON THE MEMORY CARD THE DVD CAMCORDER You can copy the movie and photo images to your PC and play them back. 1. Execute the procedure in "Viewing the contents of storage media." _pages ° The folders in the storage media appear. 2. Create a new folder, enter the folder name, then double click it. 3. Select the folder to copy, then drag and drop it into the destination folder. • The folder is copied from the memory card to the PC.
USING THE PC CAM FUNCTION Q This function Q To use the PC Cam function, the DV Driver, Video must be installed in the PC. You can use this DVD camcorder as a PC camera. o works only in the DVD camcorder(disc) record Codec mode. '-,page and DirectX 21 9.0 programs (2) : o When you connect to a Web site that provides video chatting functions, you can use your DVD camcorder for such functions.
MAINTENANCE Your DVD camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below wilt help you fulfil any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. o For safekeeping of the DVD camcorder, turn off the DVD camcorder. Remove the battery pack and AC power adaptor. _pages 16, 18 Remove the memory card and DVD disc.
Cleaning and handling • o , o • • ° • o the Disc f Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow_ | colored side) of the disc with your fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly. Use a soft cloth to clean the disc. Clean lightly from the center of a disc to the outside edge. Circling or cleaning too hard may create scratches on the disc and further cause the disc to play abnormally.
[ I ] I LCD screen • • • • Do not leave the DVD camcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time: To prevent damage to the LCD screen Do not push it too hard or knock it on anything. Do not place the camcorder with LCD screen on the bottom. To prolong service life, avoid rubbing it with a coarse cloth. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD screen use. They are not malfunctions. While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD screen may heat up.
Disc-type description DVD-R (3 1/2") Disc Type DVD+R DL DVD-RW (3 1/2-) VR Mode (Video Recording) DVD+RW (3 1/2 ") (3 1/2") Video i Capacity Formatting a new disc ©_page 31 Recording . _pages 33~37 Deleting _-.page 40 Rewrite 1,4G 2.6G Auto @ Auto @ 1.
, a'nten ce & additional information USING YOUR DVD CAMCORDER • • • ABROAD Each country or region has its own electric and color Before using your DVD camcorder abroad, check the Power sources The provided AC power adaptor features automatic You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use systems. following items. voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V.
troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Warning indicators simple checks. and messages Overall Icon Informs that.,, : Action Repacew th a chargedbakeryor connectthe ACpower Low Battery Thebatterypackisalmostdischarged, adaptor,(IftheAC poweradaptorisconnectedwhen"Low Battery"is displayed,the poweristurnedoff andthecharging starts,)...................................
tro bl sh g Mes_ag e ............. icon Informs that.i; .............. Action If theDvD camcordeiiS turned off while recording, turn it on again with the disc or memory card inserted in it: Repair of the disc or memory card will be executed automatically, While recording, if the power is suddenly turned off, file writing is not properly done, When you turn on the power, you will see the message, "Recovering Data... Don't power off." Recovering Data,,.
PictBridge (SC-DX103/DX105 only) Action Message : Informs Read Error There are some problems with file. Release the protection. Ink Error There are some problems with the ink cartridge. • • Paper Error There are some problems with the paper. Print Error There are some problems with the printer. that... .... Check the ink cartridge. Replace the ink cartridge. Check the paper in the printer. If there is no paper; inset the paper. Turn the printer power off and on.
O If you encounter If these any problem instructions Symptoms using do not solve your your camcorder, problem, check contact the following Samsung before customer requesting service service. at 1-800-SAMSUNG. and solutions Power Symptom :: :i Explanation/Solution: o The power turns off automatically. • Power cannot be turned • off. The battery pack is quickly discharged.
Discs Symptom : ::: : :i :: Exr o Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Or the internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool and dry place. '-page 105 Finalizing is interrupted by turning off your camcorder. Turn on your camcorder and remove the disc only when the finalization is completed. '-,pages 47-48 - The disc is damaged. The disc cannot be removed. Disc is not recognizedand the disc cover opens.
troubleshootine k_J Symptom ::; : Explanation/Solution The actual recording time is less than the estimated recording time. • • ..... :: : The estimated recording time is calculated by some references. When you record an object that moves fast, the actual recording time may be shortened. • The recording stops automatically. o The internal temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Keep it turned on and wait until it warms up.
Adjusting the image during recording Explanation/Solution _: i : :_ ..... Focus does not adjust automatically. • Set "Focus" to "Auto." -page 70 o The recordingconditions are not suitablefor auto focus. Adjust the focus manually. _page 70 • The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lensand check the focus. The image appearstoo bright or flickering, or changes in color. o This may occur when you make a recording under a fluorescent,sodium or mercury lamp.
Connecting to a computer Symptom i o Disconnectany other USB device than the keyboard, mouse and camcorder from computer. The computer does not recognize • the Disconnectthe USB cable from the computer and camcorder,restartthe your camcorder. computer, then connect it again correctly. Cannot play a movie file properly on a PC, o You can not use the camcorder • Make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction, and connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly.
Overall operations Symptom : j Exp,!anati,on/Solution The date and time are incorrect. • ] Has the camcorder battery(button :: ii: : been left unused for a long period of time? The backup memory type battery) may be discharged, Replace with a new battery. '-page !4 Menu Symptomi: __xplanatlon/Solutlon: o • • ° : : You cannot select greyed items in the current recording/playback mode. There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously.
MODEL NAME: SC-DX100/DX103/DX105 System .... Video signal Picture compression format NTSC MPEG-2 Image device Lens Focal length Filter diameter LCD screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD screen method Viewfinder Connectors 50/60Hz 0°-40°0 (32°F- 104"F) -20"C - 60% (-4°F - I40"F) i Width 5t .5 mm (2.03 inches), Height 87.5 mm (3.44 inches), Length 1 439 g (0.92 tb, 14.71 oz) (Except for lithium-ion I Omni-directional stereo microphone MIC control on!y) .................. 112_ English : 5.
SAMSUNG LIM ITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG workmanship. SEA further to improper All warranty nearest you Labor Electronics America lnc, (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it's option. repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
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