[ ENGLISH ] Digital Video Camcorder SC-D453/D455/D457 AF Auto Focus CCD LCD Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions [_,II.lJI i [o] _ I RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. TO prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and power-line surges. 15.
[ ENGLISH ] Notices and Safety Instructions 22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 23. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter should be used.
[ ENGLISH ] Contents A Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ...................................................................................................................................................................................... Front & Left View ..........
[ ENGLISH ] Contents Using the Viewfinder .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Adjusting the Focus ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
[ ENGLISH ] Contents Applying Digital Effects ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... Selecting the Digital Effects ...................................................................................................................................................................................................
[ ENGLISH ] Contents Selecting the image Quality ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... Select the image Quality ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... Number of images on the Memory Card .
[ ENGLISH ] Notes and Safety Instructions Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. • Open the LCD screen with your finger. oo 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front. 5. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the left. 6.
[ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the Camcorder.
[ ENGLISH ] Notes and Safety Instructions • • • • • • • Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 22. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer. Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. To preserve battery power, keep your Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
[ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). 1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfinder. Be careful when placing the Camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight. 2. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder. 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Notes and Safety Instructions 1. The camcorder's built-in lithium battery maintainsthe clock function and user settings, even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 3 months under normal operation from the time of installation. 3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or is dead, the date/time indicator will display "12:00 AM JAN. 1,2005" when you set the DATE/TIME to On.
[ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Multi OSD Language You can select the desired OSD language among English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish and Dutch. Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: i.
[ ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord "1. Lith_ry Pack] AD43-00136A 4. Multi-AVCable (Audio/Video/S-Video Cable) 5. Instruction Book 2. AC(AA_E8PowerTYPE)Adapter 3. AC Cor_ J AD44-00090A MultI-AVCable (AudioNidedS-Video Cable Instruction Book 6. USB Cable 7. Software CD 8. Lens Cover AD39-00076A 1 " .
[ ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 1. Lens -- 6. EASY.Q button 2, LED Light (SC-D455/D457 only) 7. TFT LCD Screen 3. Remote Sensor (SC-D457 only) 8. IEEE1394 Jack 4. Hand Strap 9. USB Jack 5. Internal MIC 10. AV/S-Video Jack 11. Jack Cover 1. Lens 5. Internal MIC 9. USBJack 2. 6. EASY.Q button (see page 40) 7. TFT LCD Screen 10. AV/S-Video Jack 11. Jack Cover 3. LED Light (see page 49) (SC-D455/D457 only) Remote Sensor (SC-D457only) Hand Strap Hook 8. IEEE1394 Jack 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder 4. Focus Adjustment Knob 5. Viewfinder 6. Function buttons 1. Speaker o_o 3. DISPLAY 1. Speaker 2. Mode Switch (MEMORY/TAPE) 3. DISPLAY(see page 25) 4. Focus Adjustment Knob 5. Viewflnder 7. COLOR NITE!PB ZOOM 6. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA EAS_Q 44 : REW REC SEARCH - :FF REC SEARCH + I,,/11 : PLAY/STILL FADE • BLC : STOP 7.
[ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 6. TAPE EJECT 1. Menu Selector (VOL/MF) Zoom Lever 2. MENU button -- PHOTO button External MIC 3. StartJStopbutton 4. PowerSwitch _ 5. DC Jack 1. Menu Selector(VOL/MF) 6. TAPE EJECT 2. MENU button 7. Zoom Lever 3. Start/Stop button 4. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 8. PHOTO button (see page 67) 5. DC Jack 9. External MIC 10.
[ ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rea _tto_ Vie ...... 4. Battery Release 1. Memory Card Slot 2. Charging indicator -- 3. Tripod Receptacle 1. Memory Card Slot 2. Charging indicator Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card) SC-D453 only SC-D455/D457 only 3. Tripod Receptacle 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Getting to Know Your Camcorder 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. bl' (FF) 17. Zoom 16. X2 15. DATE/TIME 14. n, (SLOW) 8. <4 (REW) 9. • (PLAY) 13.II (STILL) 12. • (STOP) 11. F. ADV 10. < II / II)' (Direction) 1. PHOTO (see page 67) 10.
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand strap enables you to: Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. Press the ZOOM and Start/Stop button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1. Insert the Hand strap into the Hand strap hook on the front side of the Camcorder and pull its end through the hook. 2.
[ENGLISH Preparation Battery Installationfor the Remote Control + You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: You purchase the Camcorder. The remote control doesn't work. + Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive ( Q ) terminal face up. ÷ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery. [ Notes ] • The Lithium battery must be inserted in the correct direction. • Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools.
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder. The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording. The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power Adapter and DO Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC Cord. 2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket. [ Notes ] • Youmust use an AA-E8 TYPEAC Poweradapter. • The plug andwall sockettype may differ accordingto your residentcountry, ®( Power Switch ® © 3.
[ENGLISH Preparation + The amount of continuous recording time available depends on The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using. How often the zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery pack to the Camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to a wall socket. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket on the Camcorder. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type. + if you dose the LCD screen, it switches off and the Viewfinder switches on automatically. ÷ The continuous recording time given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Charging time Continuous recording time LCD ON VIEWFINDER ON SB-LSM80 Approx. (AD43-00136A) lhr 20min Approx. lhr 20min Approx. lhr 30min SB-LSM160 (AD43-00148A) Approx. 2hr 40min Approx.
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation Battery Level Display The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery pack. a. b. c. d. e. Fully charged 20-40% used 40-80% used 80-95% used Completely used (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon. Change the battery as soon as possible) $ I_ .............................................................. C .............................................................. d $ ..............................................................
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation 1. BatteryLevel (see page23) 2. DigitalEffectsmode (see page 64) 3. EASY.O(see page 40) 4. DIS (see page 60) 19. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes) 20. Tape Counter 21. Zero Memory(SC-D457only) (see page 42) 5. ProgramAE (see page62) 6. White Balancemode (see page 58) 7. ShutterSpeed (see page 56) 22. RecordSpeed mode 8. Exposure(see page56) 26. Tele Macro (see page45) 9. ManualFocus(see page57) 27. Audio Playback 10. Date/Time(see page 33) 28.
[ ENGLISH ] Preparation 1. Photo Quality 2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator OSD in M.Cam Mode 3. Image Counter Total number of recordable still images. 4. Image Recording and Loading indicator 5. Erase Protection indicator (see page 96) 6. Print Mark (see page 107) 7. Folder Number-File Number (see page 88) 8. JPEG Image Size 9. Slide Show @ [29] 0_0 Turning OSD on/off Press the DISPLAY button on the left side control panel. Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.
[ ENGLISH ] System Menu Setting + The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. •;. Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish and Dutch. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH System Menu Setting + Clock setup works in CameraJPlayer/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. + The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the Date/Time. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. _4_/ 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. / 3. Press the MENU button. / • The menu list will appear. / 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ ENGLISH ] System Menu Setting + The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. 4, The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. :l 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH System Menu Setting + The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. •;, Youcan turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ ENGLISH ] System Menu Setting + The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cam modes. + You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, a simulated shutter click of a camera will sound while taking pictures. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMORY. If the Power switch is set to PLAYER mode, set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. 5.
[ENGLISH System Menu Setting + Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. (See page 36) 4, 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. + The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the Demonstration mode switched off. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2.
[ ENGLISH ] Display Menu Setting + This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. 4, Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch 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 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Display Menu Setting + The Date/Time function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. 4, The Date and Time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Display, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ ENGLISH ] Display Menu Setting + The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. 4, You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only. On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the Camcorder to turn the OSD on/off on the LCD screen/Viewfinder/TV. 1, Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3.
[ENGLISH Basic Recording + The Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD screen and pull out the Viewfinder. 2. Use the focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture. [ Notes ] • Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the Viewfinder for a prolonged period may be harmful, or cause temporary impairment.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + 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 Mini DV cassettes. 1. Turn on your Camcorder, then slide the TAPE EJECT switch on the upper of the Camcorder and open the cassette door until it clicks. • The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward. 2.
[ENGLISH Basic Recording + While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly. •;, Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 18) Recording with the LCD Screen 1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD screen to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone. 4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recordingwith a top view of the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recordingviewing the LCD screen from below. 4. Self recording. Making a recordingviewing the LCD screen from the front. 5. Recording with the Viewfinder.
[ENGLISH Basic Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 36) 2. Remove the Lens cover. m ¸ 3. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. • Open the LCD screen. • Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 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. Releasethe write protectiontab to record.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + The EASY.Q mode works only in Camera mode. + The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1, Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. By pressing the EASY.Q button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: • The word EASY.Q will appear on the LCD screen at the same time. • Battery level, recording mode, counter, date/time, and DIS (_) will be displayed.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording When a Cassetteis loaded and the Camco[der is left in STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will Switch off automatically. To use it again, press the Start!Stop button or set the Power switchtO OFF and then back !o CAMERA, This auto power off feature is designed to save battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) • Youcan view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, - function in STBY mode.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording ÷ The Zero Memory function works in both Camera and Player modes. ÷ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 0FF Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the point where you wish to return. • The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to Zero Memory with the [] 0:00:00 (Zero Memory indicator).
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + The Self Timer function works only in Camera mode. •=, When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD screen. 4. Press the Start/Stop button to start the timer. Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + 4, + 4, The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time. Move the Zoom Lever slightly for a gradual zoom, move it further for a high-speed zoom.
[ENGLISH Basic Recording! + The Tele Macro function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. 4, Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) - 100 Cm (39.4 inches). 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector. (_ 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Macro, then press the Menu selector.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording Using Quick Menu: Tele Macro ÷ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ÷ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Macro, then press the Menu selector. 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector. 4. To exit, press the MENU button.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording + The Fade function works only in Camera mode. + Youcan 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 Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. • The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 4. Press the Start/Stop button and at the same time release the FADE button.
[ ENGLISH ] Basic Recording BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. 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.
[ENGLISH Basic Recording ÷ ÷ ÷ + ÷ Color Nite function works only in Camera mode. Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. Color Nite function may produce a brighter image. The LED light can be used with Color Nite function only. (SC-D455/D457 only) The LED light enables you to record a subject in dark places without sacrificing color. (SC-D455/D457 only) 1. 2. 3. 4. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. Press the COLOR NITE button.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Setting menu Items Available Main Menu Sub Menu ' Page Camera Camera Tape Record Memory mode Functions Player M.Cam M.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording _ Main Menu Sub Menu ' Available Page Camera Display System mode Functions Player M.Cam M.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode equested e Digital functions DiS DIS Digital Zoom Digital Effects Digital Zoom PHOTO (TAPE) Color Mite Shutter 16:9 Wide Emboss2, Pastel2 Mirror, Mosaic The other Diqital Effeol X t_ X X X O _ _ _ _ O X X X X x x A PHOTO (TAPE) X X Color Mite Shutter A x x 16:9 Wide /X X X A Emboss2 Pastel2 Mirror A x O A Digital Effects ' Mosaic The other DigitalEffect O X A _ : The : You : The : The O O
[ENGLISH Advanced Recording + The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. 4, This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. @ 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
[ ENGLISH Advanced ] Recording + The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. 4 This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit) 12Bit: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the Sub (Sound2) track. 16Bit: You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16Bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1.
[ENGLISH Advanced Recording + The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) modes. Usethe WindCut when recordingin windyplaces such as the beach or near buildings. + The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. When the wind cut is on, some low pitched tones sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. @ 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4.
[ ENGLISH Advanced ] Recording + The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. + The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. STBY 1. 2. 3. 4. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. Press the Menu selector. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Shutter or Exposure, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH Advanced Recording + The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. + 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 and/or unreliable. + Manual Focus can be set in the Quick Menu.
[ ENGLISH Advanced ] Recording + The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. + 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. • Auto ( [] ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically. • Hold (_):This holds the current White Balance value.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: White Balance + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. + Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select White Balance, then press the Menu selector. 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired mode (Auto, Hold, Indoor or Outdoor), then press the Menu selector. 4.
[ ENGLISH Advanced ] Recording + The DiS function works only in Camera mode. + DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). + It provides more stable pictures when: Recording with the optical zoom (Under 10x. DIS is not available in Digital Zoom mode.) Recording a small object close-up Recording and walking at the same time Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. 4, Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select DIS, then press the Menu selector. 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector. 4.
[ ENGLISH Advanced ] Recording + The ProgramAE function works only in Camera mode. 4, The ProgramAE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recordingconditions. + They give you creative control over the depth of field. • Auto mode (rx]) Auto balance between the subject and the background. To be used in normal conditions. The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Program AE, then press the Menu selector. 6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired program AE option, then press the Menu selector. 7.
[ ENGLISH Advanced + + + + ] Recording The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 11 digital effect modes. 1. ART mode This mode gives the images a coarse effect. 2. Mosaic mode This mode gives the images a mosaic effect. 3. Sepia mode This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. i¸: 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Digital Effect, then press the Menu selector. 6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the desired digital effect mode, then press the Menu selector. 7.
[ ENGLISH Advanced I ENGLISH I ] Recording + Zoom works only in Camera mode. Selecting the Digital Zoom + Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom. + The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH Advanced Recording + Photo image recording works only in Camera mode. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the PHOTO button. • The still picture is recorded for about 6-7 seconds. 4. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the Camcorder returns to its previous mode. Searching for a Photo Image + The Photo Search works only in Player mode. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback + The Playback function works only in Player mode. 4, You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. ii! i i 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 36) 4. Open the LCD screen. • Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necessary. 5. Press the 4,4(REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point. • To stop rewinding, press the • (STOP) button.
[ENGLISH Playback + The Speaker works only in Player mode. + When you use the LCD screen for playback, you will hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the _'/11(PLAY/STILL)to play the tape. 4. Use the Menu selector to adjust the volume. • Avolume level display will appear on the LCD screen.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback + The Playback function works only in Player mode. Playback on the LCD Screen + It is easier to view a tape using the LCD screen as opposed to the viewfinder when in a moving automobile or outdoors. Playback on a TV Monitor + To play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible. (see page 113) + We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks 1.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks + Youcan connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable. • The yellow jack: Video • The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono • The red jack: Audio(R) 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 4. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 5. 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.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback + + + + • • This function works only in Player mode. The PLAY,STILL, STOP, FF and REW buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (SC-D457 only) The F.ADV(Frameadvance), X2 and SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only. (SC-D457 only) To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your Camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in still or slow mode for more than 3 minutes.
[ENGLISH Playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (SC-D457 only) Press the EADV button on the remote control while in still mode. The Video advances frame by frame each time you press the EADV button. The RADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the I,./11(PLAY/STILL)button. Forward frame advance Press the EADV button on the remote control in still mode. Reverse frame advance Press the 411(-) button on the remote control to change the direction in RADV mode.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback + The PB ZOOM function works in Player mode. + The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify the playback or still image. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Press the PB ZOOM button during playback or still mode. 4. The image is magnified starting from the center of image. 5. You can zoom in from 1.2x to 8.0x by moving the Zoom lever. • Zoom ratiois not displayedon the screen. 6. To cancel the PB ZOOM function, press the PB ZOOM or • (STOP) button.
[ENGLISH Playback + AV In/Out function works only in Player mode. + AV In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR or TV with the Multi-AV cable. (See pages 70-71) Set the Power switch to PLAYER. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. Turn on the VCR or TV. Insert the blank tape with protection tab closed into the Camcorder.
[ ENGLISH ] Playback + + + + + The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode. You cannot 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. Use the internal or an external microphone (not supplied) or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing Sound 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.
[ENGLISH Playback 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. @ 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Audio Select, then press the Menu selector. _6_ Photo Search 6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the audio playback channel, then press the Menu selector. • Sound[I]: play the original sound.
[ ENGLISH ] IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.) • • • • Connecting to other DV standard products. A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable. NOTE: Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin).
[ ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer System Requirements • • • • CPU: faster Intel® Pentium IllTM 450MHz compatible. Operating system: Windows®98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1-10.2) Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV Connection Cable 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device.
[ ENGLISH ] USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ÷ The camcorder supports both USBI.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ÷ You can easily transfer recorded files from a Memory Card to a PC without additional add-on cards 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.
[ ENGLISH ] USB Interface Selecting the USB Device + The USB Connect function works only in M.Player mode. + Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your movies and images from the Memory card (or built-in memory;SC-D455/D457 only), or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 5.
[ ENGLISH ] USB Interface Setting the USB Communication Speed + USB Version function works only in M.Cam and M.Player modes. 4, To ensure proper communication between the camcorder and a PC, please set the USB Version before connecting the Camcorder to a PC. 1, Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. = OFF 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4, Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH USB Interface + Toplay back MPEG4 movies recorded by the camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection on a PC, the Video Codec program should be installed. + Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program. + If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. + This explanation is based on Windows®98SE OS. + DV Media Pro User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD(D:\help\) in Adobe's Portable Document Format(PDF) The user's man
[ ENGLISH ] USB Interface Using the PC Camera Function + To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC. + You can use this Camcorder as a PC Camera. This is useful when connecting to a Web site that provides video chatting functions. + When using this camcorder for video conferencing (such as NetMeeting), voice communication may not be supported depending on the video conferencing software.
[ ENGLISH ] USB Interface Using the USB Streaming Function + + + 1. To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC. Youcan view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. Youcan also store it as a moving picture in the "avi" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER, set the Mode switch to TAPE. 2.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the camera.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card Inserting the Memory Card 1. Set the Power switch to OFF. 2. Remove the Lithium-ion battery from the rear of the Camcorder. 3. Insert the Memory Card in the direction of the arrow into the Memory Card slot located on the rear of the Camcorder. Ejecting the Memory Card 1. Set the Power switch to OFF. 2. Push the Memory Card, then it comes out of the Camcorder automatically• 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card + The still images that you recorded are saved in a JPEG file format on the Memory Card. + The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory Card. + Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder. A file number from DCAM0001 is sequentiallyassigned to each recorded image. Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC and recorded on the Memory Card.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. (SC-D455: 32MB/SC-D457: 64MB) ÷ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory. Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMORY. If the Power switch is set to PLAYER mode, set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes. + You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo Quality, then press the Menu selector.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. + Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. I. Press the Menu selector. S 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Photo Quality, then press the Menu selector. ......................................................................................... 46 (B lrnin 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ File Number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ÷ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. ÷ Memory 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 Power switch to CAMERA. S .............................
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + You may take still images in M.Cam mode and store the images on the Memory Card. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder. + You can take photos using the remote control. (SC-D457 only) + Audio will not be recorded with a Still image onto the Memory Card. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. .OFF 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + This function works only in M.Player mode. You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ÷ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the MENU. ÷ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. Single Image: Toview an image frame by frame. Slide Show: To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. Multi Display: To view 6 images at once. To view a Single Image 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode To view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. • The last recorded image appears. 3. Toview six stored images on single screen, press the • (MULTI) button. • A selection mark (<4 I¢,.) appears under the image. • Press <4 / I¢. (REV/FWD) button to select an image. .To e um osi , . ac o e • The selected picture is displayed in full screen mode. ,.ote.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ The Protection function works only in M.Player mode. ÷ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. _-, L_9 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. • _,photo The last recorded image appears. • If there are no recorded images on the Memory Card, No image[ will display on the screen. 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Using Quick Menu: Protect + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. + Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Protect, then press the Menu selector. 3. 1. Move Press the the Menu Menu selector selector.to the left or right to select Off or On, then press the Menu selector._i_ F 2_468oo_oo _ 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ ÷ ÷ + The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. You can erase the still images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. (See page 96) An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. S ............................................................................................. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 3.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Using Quick Menu: Delete + + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2/46 _:3 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Delete, then press the Menu selector. 800x600 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Cancel or Delete, then press the Menu selector. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + The Format function works only in M.Player mode. + You can use the memory 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. ÷ The Memory Card supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted already. Attention ÷ If you execute the memory format function, all images will be erased completely and erased images cannot be recovered. I.Photo 1.
[ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode + Youcan record video with audio on the Memory Card. + The screen format of the video to be recorded is 720x480. ÷ The MPEG Recording function works only in M.Cam mode. Saving Moving Picture File onto a Memory Card 1. Check whether Memory Card is inserted into the Camcorder. If it is not in the Camcorder, insert it into the slot. 2. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 3. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ The MPEG Playback function works only in M. Player mode. ÷ You can play the moving picture images on the Memory Card. Stereo audio is played back at the same time. ÷ Playing back on a PC displays better quality than on a TV. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector. _4_ 5.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. + Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select M.Play Select, then press the Menu selector. 3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo or Movie, then press the Menu selector. 4.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + This function works only in Player mode. + You can record still images from a cassette on a Memory Card. + If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. _OFF 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 3. Play back the cassette. 4. Press the PHOTO button. • The still image is recorded on the Memory Card.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + The Photo Copy function works only in Player mode. + Youcan copy still images recorded with the photo function on a cassette onto a Memory Card. ÷ Rewind the tape to the point which you wants. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. _Move _Select _E×it /' \ 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. Photo Search 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode + The Copy to function works only in M.Player mode. + You can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory Card to the built-in memory. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. --OFF 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. S ........................................................................................ 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector. 5.
[ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode ÷ ÷ + ÷ The Print Mark function works only in M.Player mode. 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 DPOR There are 2 ways to make a Print Mark. This File: You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD screen. It can be set up to 999. All Files: To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.
[ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera Mode Using Quick Menu: Print Mark + Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. + Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. It can be set on the selected file only. 1. Press the Menu selector. __f _jx6_ / 2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Print Mark, then press the Menu selector. 3.
[ ENGLISH ] PictBridge TM Printing Your Pictures - Using the PictBridge'M ÷ PictBridgeTMfunction works only in M.Player mode. ÷ 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.
[ ENGLISH ] PictBridge TM Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Date/Time, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the Date/Time display type, then press the Menu selector. • Date/Time Display type: Off, Date, Time, Date&Time S ...............................................................................
[ ENGLISH ] Maintenance + At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. + When recording with a Lithium ion Battery pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. The Battery pack should be removed after recording is completed. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. • Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically. • Please wait until the tape is completely ejected. 2.
[ ENGLISH ] Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. (blue screen) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. Insert the cleaning tape. Press the )/11 (PLAY/STILL) button. Press the ==(STOP)button after 10 seconds. [ Notes ] • • • Check the quality of the picture using a videocassette.
[ENGLISH Maintenance + Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. + Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources • • Youcan use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially availableAC jack adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet. Color system You can view your recording in the Viewfinder.
[ ENGLISH ] 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 _:_ Blinking slow Tape end ! slow Tape end ! no No Tape ! Protection! _....D Intorlns that... Action Change to a charged one. When is aboutthe 2 remaining minutes. time on the tape Prepare a new one. the tape reached its end. Change to a new one. slow there is no tape in Camcorder.
[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes Display Blinking Informs that..i Action NoMernoryCard! slow There is no Memory Card in the Camcorder. IRsert a Memory Card. Memory Full ! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory Card. Erase recorded image. No image _ slow There are no images recorded on the Memory Card. Record new images. Write protect ! slow The Memory Card is record _rotected.
[ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting ÷ if these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom ' Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Carncorder on. Check the Battery pack or the AC Power adapter. Start/Stop button does not operate while recording. Check that the Power switch is set to CAMERA. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette.
[ ENGLISH ] Specifications System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter LCD screen/Viewfinder NTSC 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette SP: approx. 18.81mm/s LP: approx. 12.56mm/s SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) Approx. 150 sec.
[ ENGUSH ] Index _AAccessories ............................................................................................... AF/MF ...................................................................................................... Audio dubbing Mode .............................................. .......................................................................................... 54B - "":n'":::::'""::::"'"::::n'":::::'""::: Battery Pack ..........................................................
[ ENGLISH ] Warranty (SEA users only) 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.
[ ENGLISH ] THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics' Internet Home Page http://www.samsu ng.
