ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD6040 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus 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 Notices and Safety Instructions CAUTION 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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 9. 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 Start 8 Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Quick Start ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
ENGLISH Contents Setting the Power Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Using the 5-Way Button ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 32 Adjusting the LCD Monitor ....................................
ENGLISH Contents The Camcorder : Advanced Recording 52 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ................................................................................................................................... 52 Setting the PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 53 Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) .......
ENGLISH Contents Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback ..................................................................................................................................................... 75 Searching Still Images ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 76 Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording ...............................
ENGLISH Contents Viewing Still Images............................................................................................................................................................................................100 Viewing a Single Still Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................100 Viewing a Slide Show .....................................................
ENGLISH Contents Using the Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................................................................................................128 Rotating a Stored Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................129 Resizing a Stored Picture ...................................
ENGLISH Start Precautions on Camcorder Care ✤ ✤ Please note the following precautions for use: Please keep this device in a safe place. The device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children. Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction. Do not aim the device at the sun while looking through the viewfinder; this may cause permanent damage to your eyes.
ENGLISH Start Quick Start ✤ ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and provides a variety of functions. Please read this manual in its entirety. Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order: 1 2 1. Install the battery pack. Insert a cassette (refer to page 47). 2. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot (refer to page 83). 3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable to the camcorder. 4.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen ✤ ✤ Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor. Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder. 1. LCD monitor is closed. 1 2 3 4 5 6 2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor. 3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top. 4. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the front. 5.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT ✤ ✤ Television programs, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws. 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.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✳ Make sure 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. If your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding Video Head Cleaning ✤ ✤ To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette. Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Hand Strap ✤ ✤ To ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is properly adjusted. Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it. Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell 1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Features ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Supports IEEE 1394 Digital Data Transfer By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and inter-connectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Lithium Ion Battery Pack AC Power Adapter AC Power Cord Multi-AV Cable Instruction Book Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock Shoulder Strap USB Cable Software CD Remote Control Memory Stick Lens Cover 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Front & Left View 6. Camera Mode Dial 7. Display Button 8. 5-way Button 1. Built-in MIC 2. Built-in Flash 9. Menu Button 10. EasyQ Button 11. LCD Open 3. Camcorder Lens 12. Remote Signal Receiver 13. Charge Indicator 4. Camera Lens 14. Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume) 5.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Left View 1. PLAY/STILL (FADE) 2. 4. STOP (BLC) 12. Viewfinder 3. REW Multiple Display 5. Delete 6. FF 7. Built-in Speaker 8. USB Cable Jack 9. DV Cable Jack 10. Multi-AV Cable Jack 11. DC Power in Jack 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 18 PLAY/STILL (FADE) STOP (BLC) REW Multiple Display Delete FF Built-in Speaker 13.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Right View 6. SLOW SHUTTER 7. NITE PIX 8. ZOOM LEVER 1. PHOTO 2. FOCUS ADJUST 9. External MIC input jack 10. Memory Card Slot 3. Power Switch 4. START/STOP 11. Hand Strap 5.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Bottom View 3. Tripod Receptacle 1. Shoulder Strap Hook 4. Tape Eject Slide Button 5. Lithium Battery Holder 2. Battery Release 6. Hand Strap Ring 7.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Remote Control 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) 10. DIRECTION( 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 , PHOTO START/STOP SELF TIMER ZERO MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 17. ZOOM 16. X2 15. DATE/TIME 14. (SLOW) 13. (STILL) 12. (STOP) 11. F.ADV ) 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 DIRECTION( F.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display) in 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. (Camera) Modes Battery Level Display (refer to page 30) F.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ● Turning the OSD on / off 1. Press the DISPLAY button. Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off. 2. When you turn the OSD off, In REC mode: The STBY, REC, EASYQ modes are always displayed on the LCD monitor even when the OSD is turned off and key input is displayed for 3 seconds before disappearing.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation How to Use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ ✤ ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: ✓ You purchase the camcorder ✓ The remote control does not work Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and — markings. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap ✤ 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 Lever, START/STOP, and PHOTO buttons without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1 2 1. Pull open the Hand Strap to release the Hand Strap. 2. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings. OFF Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC Power Cord to a wall socket. C Y A R PL E Notes ✤ ✤ OF F You must use the AA-E8 type AC Power adapter.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the device. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC Power Cord and connect the AC Power Cord to a wall outlet. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the device. 4. Turn the device off and the charging indicator will start to flash, showing that the battery is charging.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ✤ ✤ When you close the LCD monitor, it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on. The continuous recording times given in the table are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Battery SB-LS110 SB-LS220 Charging Time Approx. 2HR Approx. 3HR 30MIN Continuous Recording Time LCD ON CVF ON Approx. 1HR 30MIN Approx. 2HR Approx. 4HR 10MIN Approx.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack. a. b. c. d. e. Fully Charged 20 ~ 40% used 40 ~ 80% used 80 ~ 95% used Exhausted (flickers) (The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible) a b c d e Tips for Battery Identification A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two colors are provided (red and gray).
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Setting the Power Switch ✤ Use the Power Switch to select the working mode of the device. 1 1. OFF mode: Turn the device off. To recharge the Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is set to OFF. 2 2. REC mode: Record onto a cassette tape 3. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape 4. (CAMERA) mode: Switches to Digital Still Camera mode.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the 5-Way Button The 5-Way Button ✤ 32 ✤ The 5-way button is used to make a selection, and to move the cursor left, right, up and down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu. The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Adjusting the LCD Monitor Adjusting the LCD in REC Mode ✤ ✤ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enables you to view directly what you are recording or playing back. Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: BRIGHT ADJUST COLOR ADJUST Set the Power Switch to REC mode.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Viewfinder ✤ The Viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open. Adjusting the Focus The FOCUS ADJUST on the viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the Viewfinder . 2. Use the FOCUS ADJUST on the Viewfinder to find the best picture.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker ✤ ✤ The Built-In Speaker works only in PLAY mode. When you use the LCD monitor for playback, you can hear the recorded sound through the BuiltIn Speaker. Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute the speaker volume while in PLAY mode. Take the following steps to decrease/increase the volume or mute the sound while playing a cassette on the camcorder. 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the MENU ✤ ✤ Use the MENU button to change or select recording settings and hardware functions. MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. It is easier to operate the unit using the LCD monitor. MENU INITIAL CAMERA SUB MENU 38 WL.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation ✤ Available menu items according to the current mode are shown below. MENU INITIAL SUB MENU REC Mode PLAY Mode CLOCK SET ✓ ✓ WL.REMOTE ✓ ✓ BEEP SOUND ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ LANGUAGE DEMONSTRATION CAMERA Available Modes ✓ (only without a tape) PROGRAM AE ✓ WHT.BALANCE ✓ D.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Setting the Clock ✤ ✤ CLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLAY modes. The DATE/TIME information is automatically recorded onto the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including INITIAL is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL then press the OK button again. The CLOCK SET Menu is selected and the Year blinks. 3. Set the current Year using the UP or DOWN button and then press the OK button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Setting the DATE/TIME ✤ ✤ Displays the DATE / TIME on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a tape. The DATE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLAY modes. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including VIEWER is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select VIEWER , then press the OK button. The submenu including DATE/TIME is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE) ✤ ✤ The WL.REMOTE menu works in both REC and PLAY modes. The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including INITIAL is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL . The submenu including WL.REMOTE is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select WL.REMOTE , then press the OK button. WL.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including INITIAL is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL . The submenu including BEEP SOUND displays. 3. Press the DOWN btton to select BEEP SOUND , then press the OK button. BEEP SOUND toggles between ON — OFF. 4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Viewing the DEMONSTRATION ✤ ✤ ✤ The Demonstration automatically guides you through the major functions of your camcorder so that you may more easily take advantage of all the features provided. The DEMONSTRATION is only available in Camcorder s REC mode (when no tape is inserted). The DEMONSTRATION operates repeatedly until DEMONSTRATION mode is switched OFF. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY) ✤ ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in both REC and PLAY modes. You can select the output path for the OSD (On Screen Display). OFF: The OSD appears only on the LCD monitor and the Viewfinder. ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, the Viewfinder and the TV screen. Use the DISPLAY button located on the left side of the camcorder to turn On/Off all of the OSD for the LCD/Viewfinder/TV. 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Using EASYQ Mode ✤ ✤ EASYQ mode only works in REC mode. EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode. EASYQ will appear on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS . 3. Press the START/STOP or PHOTO button to start recording. Recording will begin when the red REC indicator appears on the screen. 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF) ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ MF/AF mode only works in REC mode. In most situations, you will obtain the best results using AF (Auto Focus). Manual Focus may not be the optimum setting for everyday filming. Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. Auto Focusing ✤ In REC mode, the camcorder will be set to Automatic Focus when the Camcorder is turned On.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ✤ Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a technique that lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps to create more professional looking recordings. Zooming In and Out ✤ ✤ You can zoom in and out using variable zoom speeds. Use these features for different shots.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ ✤ Do not apply excessive force when inserting a cassette or closing the cassette holder, as it may damage the moving parts. Do not use any tapes other than MiniDV cassettes. Inserting a Cassette 1. Turn on your Camcorder, then slide the TAPE EJECT button on the bottom of the camcorder and open the cassette door until it clicks. The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward. 2.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Protecting a Cassette ✤ When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from being accidentally erased . a. Protecting a Cassette: Push the Write Protect Tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered. b. Removing Cassette Protection: If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the Write Protect Tab back so that it covers the hole.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Recording Before you begin! - Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28) - Charge your battery (refer to page 28) - Set the Clock (refer to page 38) - Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47) 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 1 2 2. Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your subject on the screen. 3. To Start recording, press the START/STOP button. The REC indicator is displayed on LCD. 3 OFF 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STBY under REC mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off shortly and then set it back to REC mode. This Auto Power Cut feature is designed to save the battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) ✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, — function while in STBY mode.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ✤ You can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47). 3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle of the screen. Adjust the LCD Brightness or Color if necessary (refer to page 33). 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the desired viewing point.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ✤ ✤ ✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode. It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different recording conditions as well as allowing creative control over the depth of field. The available Program AE modes are: AUTO Auto balance between the subject and background to get the best result. Suitable for most conditions.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button. The submenu including PROGRAM AE is displayed. 4. Press the OK button to select PROGRAM AE . The available options are listed. 5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) ✤ ✤ The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) determines color using color temperature, White Balance is a tool used to adapt video equipment to the color temperature of the dominant light source in a given scene/environment. By adjusting the White Balance, a white surface will again appear white in the recording no matter what the lighting situation.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) ✤ Your camcorder provides a 10x optical zoom. Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with the optical zoom. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button. The submenu including D.ZOOM is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ ✤ The Digital Image Stabilizer works only in REC mode. DIS is a function that, within reasonable limits, compensates for shaking movements produced when filming hand-held. DIS provides a more stable image when: - Recording with deep Zooming - Recording a close up picture of a small object - Recording while walking, or moving - Recording through the window, from inside a vehicle 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE) ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The Digital Special Effect function works only in REC mode. You can select various special effects using the Digital Special Effects menu. Digital effects enable you to give a more creative look to your recordings. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. Available Digital Special Effects: a.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button. The submenu including DSE SELECT is displayed. 4. Press the DOWN button to select DSE SELECT , then press the OK button. The available DSE SELECT options are listed. 5.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ✤ ✤ You can select the Recording mode in the REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes of your camcorder. This camcorder records and plays back in SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play) modes. - SP: Standard Play, this mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a normal DVM60 tape. - LP: Long Play, this mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a normal DVM60 tape. 2 The following instructions show how to set in REC mode. 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use ✤ ✤ You can select the Audio recording mode in REC mode. This camcorder records audio signals in two ways. - 12bit: You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks along with the tape. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track and an additional soundtrack can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. For audio dubbing, refer to page 77.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ✤ ✤ ✤ The WIND CUT function works only in Camcorder (REC and PLAY) modes. To reduce microphone wind noise, use the Wind Cut function. Use the Wind Cut function when recording in a windy place such as on the beach, in the mountains or near buildings. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ ✤ The Back Light Compensation function works only in REC mode. The Back Light Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the light source is behind the subject, throwing their features into shadow, or when the subject is in the shade but the background is brightly lit.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Slow Shutter Speed ✤ ✤ The Slow Shutter function works only in REC mode. The Slow Shutter allows the user to record dark subjects or in darker areas, making them even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. A subject recorded using this function may appear to move slowly. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording NITE PIX ✤ ✤ The NITE PIX function works only in REC mode. The NITE PIX enables you to record subjects in dark lighting conditions. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX button upwards. NITE PIX and indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. The NITE PIX message will disappear within 3 seconds. 3. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. STBY 0:00:31 64 min NITE PIX 9 : 53 AM JAN. 3 , 2 0 0 4 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording POWER NITE PIX ✤ ✤ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The POWER NITE PIX function works only in REC mode. With its maximum sensitivity, POWER NITE PIX enables you to make dark subjects and areas brighter. POWER NITE PIX works with the Slow Shutter function to produce brighter recordings under extremely dark lighting conditions. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. Slide the NITE PIX button to upwards.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed and Exposure ✤ ✤ Shutter Speed function works only in REC mode. Adjusting the exposure and shutter speed helps the user to control the image to be recorded. Greater exposure results in a brighter image while shorter shutter speeds make the image darker. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select , then press the Navigation Wheel.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using the Fade In / Out Function ✤ ✤ The Fade In / Out function works only in REC mode. You can give your recordings more professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning and fading out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. ■ The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu ✤ ✤ ✤ The Quick Menu is only available in REC mode. Quick Menu is used to access camcorder functions by simply using the Navigation Wheel. Quick Menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. You can access the following functions by turning the Navigation Wheel: ■ DATE/TIME 1. 2. - Changes the DATE/TIME stamp format that is displayed on screen.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording ■ DSE (Digital Special Effects) - Provides a quick way to access the Digital Special Effects. - Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the special effect for your filming. Pressing the Navigation Wheel while DSE is highlighted will toggle the DSE between OFF and the selected DSE mode. (refer to page 57) 1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select DSE . 2.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording ■ SHUTTER - Provides a quick way to access the SHUTTER Speed Settings. 1. Turn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( ). 2. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select SHUTTER . The adjustable Shutter Speed control bar appears on the screen. 3. Adjust the Shutter Speed by turning the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu). The range of Shutter Speeds: 1/60 ~ 1/10000 (8 steps) 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Taking Photos ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ You may take still images while in REC mode and store the images on tape. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder. If you want to take a higher resolution still image, switch to (CAMERA) mode (refer to page 99). You can take photos using the remote control. You can search still pictures recorded on a tape (refer to page 76). 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General Recording Suitable for most recording situations. 1 2 3 4 2. Downward Recording Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from above. 3. Upward Recording Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from below. 4. Self Recording Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from the front. 5.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Playing Back a Recorded Tape ✤ The tape playback functions work only in PLAY mode. Playback on the LCD Monitor It is handy and practical to view a tape using the LCD monitor almost anywhere (i.e. in a car, indoors, or outdoors). ✤ Playback on a TV Monitor ✤ ✤ ✤ To display a recorded tape on a TV, the television set needs to comply with the Color System (NTSC/PAL). It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter and Cable as the power source for the camcorder.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Various Functions in PLAY modes ✤ ✤ ✤ The (PLAY/STILL), (STOP), (FF) , (REW) buttons are located both on the Camcorder and the Remote Control. The F.ADV (Frame advance), (SLOW) buttons are located only on the Remote Control. To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your Camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes. Playback Pause Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during the playback.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ✤ You can playback your recording at 2x normal speed using the X2 button on the remote control. ✤ Forward X2 Playback Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. ✤ Reverse X2 Playback Press the (-) button during Forward X2 Playback. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback Press the F.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Searching Still Images ✤ ✤ Searching the Still Images recorded on a tape works only in PLAY mode. Recorded Still Images are played back using stop-motion. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button. The submenu including PHOTO SEARCH is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording ✤ ✤ ✤ Audio Dubbing works only in PLAY mode. You can dub additional audio to your recordings using the remote control. Dubbing is supported only when the recorded image has been recorded in SP (Standard Play) mode using the 12-bit settings for audio. This function is useful for adding narration to your recordings. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing the Sound 1.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Playing Dubbed Sound You may select the audio track to be played back. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Move to the position of recorded video that has dubbed audio track by using the (REW), (FF) or (PLAY/STILL) buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 4. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button. The submenu including AUDIO SELECT is displayed. 5.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ✤ ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both REC and PLAY modes. On a tape, you can mark a point that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or before recording at the point you wish to return to. The time code is changed to a tape counter which is set to Zero Memory with the 0:00:00 (Zero Memory Indicator).
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback ✤ ✤ The PB DSE function works only in PLAY mode. The PB DSE function allows the user to apply digital effects to recorded video and still pictures. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to start the playback. 3. Press the MENU button during the playback. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ✤ ✤ ✤ The PB ZOOM function works only in PLAY mode. The PB ZOOM function allows the user to zoom in or out on recorded image and still pictures. The Zooming Range for PLAY mode: 1.2 ~ 8.0x 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. During playback, zoom in or zoom out using the Zoom Lever. The image is magnified or reduced to scale. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Preparation Using the Mode Dial ✤ ✤ Turn the Mode Dial to select a Camera mode by setting the selector as illustrated.
ENGLISH The Camera : Preparation Inserting a Memory Card 1. Open the Memory Slot lid. 2. Insert the Memory Card into the Slot until it softly clicks. 3. Close the Memory Slot. Ejecting a Memory Card 1. Open the Memory Slot lid. 2. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out. 3. Pull the Memory Card out of the slot and close the lid. Notes ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ Do not apply excessive force when you insert / eject the Memory Card.
ENGLISH The Camera : Preparation Formatting a Memory Card ✤ ✤ ✤ You can use the FORMAT function to completely delete all still images/motion clips and options on the Memory Card, including protected still images/motion clips. The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. The Memory Stick supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted already. BACK: 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Preparation Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format. Each file has a file name (using sequential numbers) and all files are assigned to a folder. A file number beginning with DCAM0001 up to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image. Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded in the memory card.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Numbering Stored Pictures ✤ ✤ File numbers will be automatically given, in the order they were recorded, to pictures taken and stored in the Memory Card. By default, pictures are stored on the memory card in a folder labeled 100SSDVC, with four-digit file numbers, starting from DCAM0001. You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Picture Quality ✤ Set the level of picture quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (QUALITY) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (QUALITY), then press the DOWN button. The available options are listed.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Picture Size ✤ Set the picture size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (CAMERA) mode. (SIZE) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SIZE), then press the DOWN button. The available options are listed.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Menu Language ✤ ✤ You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu. Menus and messages can be displayed in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (CAMERA) mode. (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the (SET), then press the DOWN button. The submenu including LANGUAGE is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the LCD Brightness ✤ You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor for Camera use. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SET), then press the DOWN button. The submenu including LCD is displayed. 4. Press the DOWN button to select LCD , then press the RIGHT button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Clock ✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on Time Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. (CAMERA) mode. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SET), then press the DOWN button. The submenu including DATE & TIME is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the IMPRINT Option ✤ IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a picture. Your camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to use the date stamp to imprint the date and time on your picture. Before you begin! ✤ Set the CLOCK (refer to the previous page). 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE) ✤ ✤ ✤ You can enable or disable the Wireless Remote Control for use in Camera mode. Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate your camera. Refer to page 40 for setting the Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder use. Using the Wireless Remote Control provided, you can take a delayed picture using the SELF TIMER button (refer to page 105). 1.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ You can turn on or off the beep sound for each press of a button for Camera use. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SET), then press the DOWN button. The submenu including BEEP SOUND is displayed. 4. Press the DOWN button to select BEEP SOUND , then press the RIGHT button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions Using the Menu MENU SUB MENU 1 FILE LANGUAGE FORMAT LCD SETUP USB DATE&TIME IMPRINT WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND Q.
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions MENU SIZE QUALITY METERING EFFECT SHARPNESS SHOOTING SELF TIMER 96 SUB MENU 1 SUB MENU 2 Functions Page Mode 2272 X 1704 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 320 X 240 Change the picture size TIFF SUPER FINE FINE NORMAL Set to TIFF non-compressing format Set to super fine picture quality Set to fine picture quality Set to normal picture quality 87 MULTI SPOT Set the metering to MULTI Set the metering to SPOT 116 NORMAL B&W SEPIA NEGATIVE No speci
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions MENU SAVE SCENE FRAME RATE SUB MENU 1 MYSET1 MYSET2 MYSET3 Functions 131 Provides a quick access to preset SCENE modes 30fps 15fps Sets the frame rate of MPEG motion clips INDEX DPOF PRINT SIZE CANCEL RIGHT(90¡ ) LEFT(90¡ ) UPDOWN(180¡ ) Page Mode Stores current setting for quick recall NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE-UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW STANDARD ROTATE SUB MENU 2 117 SELECT ALL PICs NO YES SELECT ALL PICs STANDARD INDEX PRI
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions MENU SUB MENU 1 RESIZE 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 START IMAGE SLIDE PROTECT INTERVAL REPEAT SUB MENU 2 Functions Downsizes the selected image 130 OFF ON Sets the interval between slides Turns ON or OFF the REPEAT option START ONE PIC SELECT ALL PICs Protects images from accidental erasure SELECT ALL Mode Resize an image to START IMAGE to change your starting image.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Taking and Viewing Your First Photo Taking Still Images: (PROGRAM) Mode 1. Insert the memory card (refer to page 83) and connect a power source (refer to page 27). 2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to select (PROGRAM) mode. 3. Frame your subject. Frame your subject using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Use the Zoom Lever to zoom in or zoom out. 4. Set the focus by pressing the PHOTO button halfway down.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Viewing Still Images ✤ ✤ ✤ You can playback and view still images stored on the Memory Card. Still images stored on the memory card are all displayed in the same size despite their original resolution using the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Viewing a Slide Show 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SLIDE) is displayed. (CAMERA) mode. 4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (SLIDE), then press the DOWN button. 5. Press the DOWN or UP button to select INTERVAL , then press the RIGHT button. The cursor is located on Interval. 6.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Setting the Q.View Duration After taking a picture, your camera automatically shows just taken still image shortly and then returns to recording mode after few seconds. You can set the Q.View duration using this menu. ✤ The Q.View function works only for still images. ✤ 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View 1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83). 2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 3. Turn the Mode Dial to set the (CAMERA) mode. (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 4. Press the button to display up to 9 pictures on the LCD monitor. Multiple pictures are displayed and the cursor is on the picture you were viewing. 5.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Deleting Recorded Pictures Using DELETE Menu 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (DELETE) is displayed. 4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select (DELETE), then press the DOWN button. The available options are listed: SELECT and ALL. ✤ Selecting Images To Delete 1.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Delayed Recording – Self Timer ✤ Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release (in order to take self-photography and various other camera uses) is available. SET SELF TIMER 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set (PROGRAM), A, S, M, SCENE or (MOVIE) mode. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SELF TIMER) is displayed. 4.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera ✤ You can record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. Preparation – Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Set the Mode Dial to (MOVIE). The indicator appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. ✤ (CAMERA) mode. MPEG Resolution The supported MPEG resolution is 320x240. ✤ Setting up the MPEG Frame Rate 1.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Recording a Motion Clip onto a Memory Card ✤ ✤ You can record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. Before recording a motion clip, insert a Memory Card (refer to page 83). 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 320 2. Turn the Mode Dial to (Movie). Movie mode indicator is displayed and it is ready for recording. Recordable time using the memory card is displayed. 3. Frame your subject, then press the START/STOP button to start recording.
ENGLISH The Camera : Basic Picture Taking Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG) To Playback a Recorded Motion Clip 10/15 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture or movie is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the motion clip to be played back. The MPEG indicator is displayed when a motion clip is selected. STOP 00:00:05 4. Press the PLAY button to start playback. Playback begins. 5.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ In Camera modes, the automatic focus will not engage unless the PHOTO button is pressed halfway down. To get good image quality, please verify the focus is set properly before fully depressing the PHOTO button. While the camera is focusing (when pressing the PHOTO button halfway down), a flashing icon ( ) will appear on the LCD monitor. Once the focus is set properly, green indicator ( ) will appear.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Using the Built-In Flash ✤ ✤ ✤ The Flash works in (CAMERA) modes and allows the user to take brighter pictures in dark locations (i.e. nighttime shooting, indoors and in shaded areas). Auto Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In Flash, Slow Sync and Flash Cancel modes are available. To select a flash mode, press the UP button. It will toggle the flash mode between: Auto Flash The flash automatically pops up and fires according to the lighting conditions.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode Preset SCENE Mode A S M PROGRAM Aperture Priority S.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus Modes ✤ ✤ Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. Auto focusing, Continuous Auto focusing, Manual focusing, and Macro focusing modes are available. Focus will be automatically set near the center of the frame. Note ✤ Focus is set when you push the PHOTO button halfway down. Focus is set on the subject located nearest the center of the frame.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Continuous Auto Focus Mode ✤ ✤ Allows the user to focus rapidly, whereas the single auto focus gives a less rapid response but saves battery power. When Continuous Auto Focus mode is selected, [CAF] is displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set (PROGRAM), A, S, M or SCENE mode. For SCENE mode, it only works in CHILDREN and CLOSE-UP modes. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Macro Mode ✤ ✤ ✤ The Macro Focusing mode allows the user to take a close-up picture of a detailed subject. Your camera can focus on subjects as close as 4cm (about 1.57 inches). The Macro mode works only in (CAMERA) modes. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 15 2272 2. Press the RIGHT button. The Macro mode indicator appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Frame your subject and close-up by zooming in or out if required. 4.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Exposure Exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity affects picture brightness and overall picture quality. Longer exposure, slower shutter speed and higher ISO sensitivity brighten the picture. Adjustment of these settings is available when you are using (PROGRAM), A, S, and M camera modes. You can adjust the overall image brightness by adjusting the Exposure, Shutter Speed and ISO settings.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ MULTI and SPOT AE modes work only in (CAMERA) mode. Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain better results. MULTI AE meters the lighting condition of the overall image by metering the exposure on multiple points. SPOT AE meters the lighting condition of a narrower area in order to have precise exposure control over a specific subject.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes ✤ ✤ Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user in taking pictures under various lighting conditions. The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically adjust the aperture, shutter speed and white balance according to the lighting conditions and preset settings. The available SCENE modes are: NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE — UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW 1.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Manual Exposure Compensation ✤ ✤ ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too bright, choose a negative value for exposure compensation. If the image in the LCD monitor is too dark, choose a positive value for exposure compensation. The Manual Exposure compensation function works in (PROGRAM), A, S or M Camera modes. 1. Press the Navigation Wheel once. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select indicator. The Exposure Control Bar appears on the LCD monitor. 4 2272 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Aperture ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ By controlling the aperture, the user may adjust the overall picture brightness. Large apertures require more lighting and soften the background details. Smaller apertures will increase the depth of field, bringing the main subject and the background into focus. Set the Mode Dial to A or M. 1. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) once. 4 2272 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select Aperture Setting (f-number).
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Shutter Speed ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the overall brightness of the picture. Slower shutter speeds require more lighting. Faster shutter speeds require less lighting. For fast moving subjects, a slow shutter setting will produce a motion blurring effect. Set the Mode Dial to S or M. 1. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) once. 2. Press the UP or DOWN button to select Shutter Speed Setting.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the White Balance Setting the Preset White Balance ✤ ✤ ✤ Digital Cameras capture an image using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) that takes in lighting information and detects the color. The color balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions; white balance is used to preserve natural colors under different lighting conditions. You can set the white balance in (MOVIE), (PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes. 1.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Manual White Balance ✤ You can set the white balance in 1. Set the White Balance Mode to (MOVIE), (PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes. (MANUAL), following steps 1 ~ 4 on the previous page. 2. Frame your camera on a white area (such as a wall), filling the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) with white. 3. Press the OK button to set the White Balance. 4. The new White Balance setting will be applied to future picture taking.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the ISO Sensitivity ✤ ✤ ✤ Sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity, the brighter the picture is under the same exposure condition. Allowing the flash to fire will help brighten the picture. However, if other settings disable the flash use, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher level. Set the Mode Dial to (PROGRAM), A, S or M. 1. Press the Navigation Wheel once.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Using Digital Special Effects ✤ ✤ The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works only in Camera modes. Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking effects on their pictures. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (EFFECT) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select The available options are listed. (EFFECT), then press the DOWN button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing ✤ ✤ ✤ From time to time, determining the best exposure setting for a picture may be difficult and you may not have time to check the results and try again. Auto Exposure Bracketing allows the user to vary exposure compensation settings automatically over a series of photos, bracketing a selected exposure compensation setting. Auto Exposure Bracketing works in (PROGRAM) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Precautions Taking Multiple on Images Camcorder using Care Continuous Shot ✤ ✤ Continuous Shot allows the user to take consecutive pictures of a moving object. Continuous recording will occur while the PHOTO button is being pressed. Records pictures continuously up to the storage capacity. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SHOOTING) is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Quick Start Setting the Sharpness ✤ This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the picture after it is shot. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SHARPNESS) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select The available options are listed.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Precautions Using the Digital on Camcorder Zoom Care ✤ A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes data from the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, Image Sensor) to enlarge the center portion of the image to fill the frame and may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Quick Start Rotating a Stored Picture ✤ ✤ ✤ This function works only in the Camera (PLAY) mode. This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. You can rotate a stored picture while viewing it. 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the picture you wish to rotate. 4.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Resizing a Stored Picture Care Precautions on Camcorder ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ This function works only in the Camera (PLAY) mode. This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. Only downsizing is available. Enlarging low resolution pictures into higher resolutions is not available. Choose this option to scale down your stored pictures. This function utilizes JPEG technology. 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Customizing Quick Start Your Camera – MySET Menu ✤ ✤ MySET menu works only in (CAMERA) Modes. Customize your camera to memorize frequently accessed settings for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds. Memorizing Your Current Settings ✤ You can save up to 3 different settings using MYSET1, MYSET2 and MYSET3. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Loading Your Customized Settings ✤ After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET configuration at a later time: 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to MySET. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (MySET) is displayed and LOAD menu is displayed. 4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select MYSET1, MYSET2 or MYSET3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image ✤ ✤ ✤ This function works in (CAMERA) mode. This function changes the starting image that is displayed when the camera is turned on. You can select and resize a still image to appear as your new start-up image. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to any one of the camera modes, then press the MENU button. The top menu including the (MYCAM) is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Precautions on Camcorder CarePictures (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing Zooming & Trimming Recorded ✤ ✤ This function allows the user to have a more detailed view of the picture using the LCD monitor. Enlarge a portion of the picture to see more detail and move the zoom tool around the picture. Zooming the Picture 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. The last picture taken is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Quick StartStored Pictures Protecting ✤ ✤ ✤ Selecting PROTECT from the MENU saves valuable images from accidental deletion. You can set or cancel the protection on your pictures in (PLAY) mode. You may set a picture to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection. 1 Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD Monitor. 3. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques ✤ 1. 2. 3. 4. To Select Pictures to be Protected ✓ Select SELECT . Press the DOWN or UP button to select SELECT , then press the OK button. The multiple pictures screen appears. To move the cursor, use the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN or UP buttons then press the MENU button to lock the selected picture. The indicator appears on the picture. To cancel the protection and unlock the picture, press the MENU button again on a selected picture.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information TM Quick Start Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ✤ By connecting the camera to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations using the camera buttons. ✤ With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your camera in order to print out stored pictures.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Selecting Images ✤ To select images, select SELECT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select SELECT . 2. Press the RIGHT button. The available options are listed: ONE PIC and ALL PICs. 3. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button. If ONE PIC is selected, number of prints setting menu is displayed on top of the current image. To change the number of prints, press the UP or DOWN button.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Customizing Print Options To customize your print options such as PAPER SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY, DATE PRINT, and FILE NAME imprint options, select the PRINTER SETUP menu. ✤ 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINTER SETUP . The available options are listed: DEFAULT and CUSTOMIZE. To change options, select CUSTOMIZE. To reset your settings back to default, select DEFAULT. 2.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Images ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your pictures by choosing the PRINT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINT . The available options are listed: STANDARD and INDEX. 2. Press the RIGHT button. 3. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button. If STANDARD is selected, standard image printing will start.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Images Using DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Settings ✤ DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF marked image on the memory card. 1. Set the DPOF settings as described in page 142. 2. Connect your camera and the printer as described in page 137. The PictBridge settings menu is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select DPOF PRINT , then press the RIGHT button. The available options are listed: YES and NO. 4.
ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Precautions Printing Youron Pictures Camcorder – Using Care the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ✤ ✤ ✤ Mark your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize automatic printing. DPOF menu only works in (CAMERA) s PLAY mode. You can mark your images with DPOF in 3 ways: STANDARD, INDEX and PRINT SIZE. Before you begin! Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to ✤ Set the Mode Dial to PLAY mode. ✤ (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Index DPOF Setup 1. Press the MENU button, then select (DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button. Submenu including INDEX is displayed. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select INDEX , then press the RIGHT button. The available options of NO and YES are displayed. 3. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button. If YES is selected, all the images stored in the memory card will be marked for thumbnail printing. 4.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information 5. Press the OK button to set your choice and exit the multiple pictures screen If ALL PICs is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button to set the print size. To exit the multiple pictures screen, press the OK button. To cancel your selection made, select CANCEL from the DPOF menu, then press the RIGHT button. The available options of STANDARD , INDEX , and PRINT SIZE are available.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Quick Start to Other Devices – TV and VCR Connecting ✤ ✤ ✤ You can connect your device to a TV set directly or through a VCR to view your recordings and pictures on the TV screen, using the Multi-AV cable. You can connect your device to a PC to copy or move your recordings and pictures to the hard disk drive, using the USB cable or the DV cable. You can connect your device to other DV-enabled devices using the DV cable.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Connecting to a TV Set Through a VCR ✤ If there are no input terminals for external devices on your TV set and a VCR is connected to your TV set using a coaxial cable, you can utilize the VCR to connect your camcorder to the TV set. To Connect to a VCR that is Connected to Your TV Set 1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your camcorder s multi-AV jack. 2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the External Inputs (LINE-IN) on the VCR by matching the colors of the terminals. 3.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Viewing OSD on the TV screen ✤ ✤ ✤ You can set the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu so it does not display on the TV. In the camcorder’s VIEWER menu, you can turn the TV DISPLAY on or off. Turning the TV DISPLAY off does not affect the video transfer to the TV. PLAY MODE PLA LCD ADJUST DATE/TIME 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including VIEWER is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Copying Your Recording to a VCR Tape & DVD Recorder ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ You can copy your recordings to a regular blank video tape or DVD. Insert a blank cassette in your VCR or a blank DVD in your DVD Recorder to copy your camcorder recordings. Insert your recorded cassette in your camcorder. Connect your camcorder to a VCR or a DVD Recorder using the Multi-AV cable before recording (refer to page 146). 1. Prepare your VCR or DVD Recorder to record from your camcorder.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Quick Start to Other Devices – PC Connecting ✤ ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a PC for copying or editing recorded video. DV and USB connections are supported. Connecting to a PC Using a DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable This function works only in the Camera (PLAY) mode. ✤ Using the IEEE1394 cable (DV cable), you can connect your camcorder to a PC which supports the IEEE 1394 connection.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information To connect your Camcorder to a PC using DV cable 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Connect the DV cable to your camcorder s DV terminal which is located on the bottom left side. If your PC has a 4-pin DV port (most laptops with DV support use 4-pin terminals), use a 4-pin to 4-pin DV cable. 3. Connect the other side of the DV cable to the DV port of the PC. The DV indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Connecting to a PC Using a USB cable ✤ ✤ ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a PC that supports USB connections. Use the provided USB cable for connection to a PC. A USB cable for USB connection is provided with the product. Use the provided cable for a high speed USB connection. You may need to install the driver software.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ ■ DVC Media Software CD includes the driver and software for connecting and utilizing Samsung DVC Camera to the PC. During the use of PC, if the program is deleted or error message comes out, you can reinstall it with this CD. You can browse the DVC Media Software CD using Windows Explorer or other file browsers. After the driver is installed, be sure to install the DVC Media 5.1. Be sure to install the Q.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information To Copy Still Images Using a USB Connection ✓ Set your camera to (CAMERA) mode. Copying still images only works in (CAMERA) mode. ✓ The PC will recognize your camera as a removable mass storage device. ✓ Use your Windows Explorer or other file browser to locate your stored images. ✓ You can copy, delete or move your stored images from the memory card to a PC.
ENGLISH Maintenance Precautions Cleaning andon Maintaining Camcorderthe Care Camcorder ✤ For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully. After Using Your Camcorder For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps. ✓ Remove the cassette (refer to page 47). ✓ Turn your camcorder off. ✓ Remove the Battery (refer to page 28). ✓ Remove the Memory Card (refer to page 83) To prevent any damage to the LCD monitor, do not apply excessive force on its moving parts.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads To Clean the Exterior of Your Device ✓ To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface. ✓ The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the surface. ✓ To clean the lens, use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do not wipe the lens with cloths or your fingers. If necessary, use lens cleaning paper.
ENGLISH Maintenance Precautions Using Your Camcorder on Camcorder Abroad Care ✤ ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items: Power Sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter where the power input range is 100V ~ 240V, 50/60Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adapter if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlets.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Quick Start Troubleshooting ✤ If your device fails to function as expected, please check the following before contacting service personnel. Refer to the page numbers listed for further details.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Display ✤ Blinking CARD ERROR! Slow NOT FORMATTED! Slow Action Format the memory card using the camera menu Format the memory card using the camera menu If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service center/personnel.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Digital zoom does not work Possible Causes Digital special effect is applied Measure Turn off the digital special effects.
ENGLISH Specifications Precautions on Camcorder Care Specifications Model Name Camcorder System Video Signal Video Recording System Audio Recording System Usable Cassette Tape Speed Tape Recording Time FF/REW time General Format Dimension (WxHxD) Weight (Net) Power Consumption Power Source Power Source Type Built-in Microphone LCD Monitor Size Pixel Bright / Color Adjust Rotation Angle Mirror Viewfinder Display Device Size Pixel Diopter Adjust 160 SCD6040 NTSC 2 Rotary heads, Helical Scanning System Rota
ENGLISH Specifications Lens Optical Zoom Ratio Digital Zoom Ratio Focal Length (f) F. No (Wide / Tele) Zooming Speed Filter Diameter 0 Lux Recording Macro CCD Size Pixel (Max / Effective) Strobo / Flash Image Stabilizer Auto Focus / Manual Focus Shutter Speed (Auto) Manual Shutter Speed Auto White Balance Metering Connectors Video output S-VIDEO output Audio output DV input / output USB output External MIC Others Operating Temperature Storage Temperature CAMCORDER 10x 900x 2.7 ~ 27mm 1.4 / 1.
ENGLISH Index -AAudio dubbing ............................................................................................ 77 AUDIO MODE ............................................................................................60 -B- image size ...................................................................................................88 -LLCD .............................................................................................................33 Lithium battery .........................
ENGLISH Index -R- -U- REC MODE ................................................................................................31 Remote Control ...........................................................................................25 USB ...........................................................................................................151 -S- VIEWFINDER .............................................................................................34 Viewing Still images ....................
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 its option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS 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.samsungusa.com AD68-00779B REV.
