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Digital Video Camcorder

Owner’s Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read this

instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for

future reference.

This product meets the intent of

Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.

AF Auto Focus

CCD Charge Coupled Device

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

VP-D80/D81

VP-D80i/D81i

ELECTRONICS

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Summary of content (88 pages)

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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 101 ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D80/D81 VP-D80i/D81i 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. This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 2 ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ...................................................................................................................... 11 Features .....................................................................................................................
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Adjusting the LCD .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Using the VIEWFINDER ................................................................................................................................................................................................
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 4 ENGLISH Contents MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 60 Auto Focusing ............................................................................................................................................................................................................
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 5 ENGLISH Contents USB interface (VP-D81/D81i only) ........................................................................................................................ 76 Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ............................................................................................................................................... 76 System Requirements ............................................................
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 6 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen 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. 1 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. 2 90 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 3 90 4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 7 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. Notes regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 8 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack - 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 9 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the LENS - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 10 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 11 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with 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 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable 5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium batteries for Remote Control and Clock. (TYPE: CR2025, 2 EA) 7. S-VIDEO cable 8. Remote Control 9. Shoulder strap 10.USB cable (VP-D81/D81i only) 11.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 9. Viewfinder 1. Accessory Shoe 8. TFT LCD monitor 2. Lens 7. EASY button 6. CUSTOM button 3. Internal MIC 4. IR light 5. Remote Sensor 1. Accessory Shoe 6. CUSTOM button (see page 59) 2. Lens 7. EASY button (see page 58) 3. Internal MIC 8. TFT LCD monitor 4. IR (Infra Red) light 9. Viewfinder (see page 32) 5.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons REC SEARCH FADE BLC DISPLAY 2. Speaker 7. MENU dial 6. ENTER button 5. MENU button 3. DV OUT:VP-DXX DV IN/OUT:VP-DXXi 4. DC jack 2. Speaker 1. Function buttons PLAYER 3. DV OUT: VP-DXX DV IN/OUT:VP-DXXi : (REW) REC SEARCH – 4. DC jack : (FF) REC SEARCH + 5. MENU button : (PLAY/STILL) FADE : (STOP) BLC DISPLAY 14 CAMERA DISPLAY 6. ENTER button 7.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 15 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. Power switch 4. START/STOP button 10. Night Capture 9. External MIC in 8. Audio/Video jack 7. USB jack (VP-D81/D81i only) 6. S-VIDEO jack 5. Hook for handstrap 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button (see page 65) 3. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) (see page 21) 4. START/STOP button 5. Hook for handstrap 6. S-VIDEO jack 7. USB jack (VP-D81/D81i only) 8.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 16 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 7. Battery Release CHARGE 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 6. Focus adjust knob 4. Tripod receptacle 3. Lithium battery cover 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 3. Lithium battery cover 4. Tripod receptacle 5. TAPE EJECT 6. Focus adjust knob 7. Battery Release 16 5.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 17 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 13. A.DUB 6. (FF) 7. (REW) 8. (PLAY) START/ STOP 17. DISPLAY PHOTO SELF TIMER ZERO MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH A.DUB F.ADV DISPLAY 16. Zoom SLOW X2 15. X2 18. DATE/TIME 14. (SLOW) 12. (STILL) 11. (STOP) 9. F. ADV + 10. Direction 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 18 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 19 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 24. Volume control (see page 34) 25. Audio playback channel 26. DV IN (VP-DXXi only) (DV data transfer mode) (see page 75) 27. DEW (See page 7) 28. Message Line OSD in PLAYER mode 21 25 16 20 SOUND [ 2 ] 19 M-0:00:00 5 5 min ...C 1 6 bit DV 27 28 26 12:00 1.NOV.2002 Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) ● VOL. [11] 24 11 Turning OSD on/off Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 20 ENGLISH 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 doesn’t work. ✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 21 ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation ✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 22 ENGLISH 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 and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand strap a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap. b.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 23 ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source 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 DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 24 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 25 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the EVF switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON EVF ON SB-L110 Approx. 2hr Approx. 1hr 30min Approx.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 26 ENGLISH Preparation Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a a. b. c. d. e. Fully charged 20~40% used 40~80% used 80~95% used Completely used (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording times.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:03 PM Page 27 ENGLISH Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV CASSETTES. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open the cassette door. 1 - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 28 ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ■ Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 1 2 4 3 2. Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand strap. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. ■ Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STBY is displayed. ■ If the protection tab of the cassette is open, STOP and PROTECTION! will be displayed.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 29 ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) ✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function in STBY mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 30 ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ■ ■ While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 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 to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 31 ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour 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 ; ■ BRIGHT SELECT ■ BRIGHT ADJUST ■ COLOUR ADJUST 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA position.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 32 ENGLISH Basic Recording 8. Press the ENTER button again. ■ You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and press the ENTER button to save the setting. ■ Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOUR ADJUST. ■ You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35. 9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 33 ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position. 1 CAMERA OFF PLAYER 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 27) 2 3. Open the LCD screen. Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary. 4.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 34 ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 31) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 35 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions ● Setting menu items MENU INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER SUB MENU CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM. Q REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT WIND CUT LCD ADJUST DATE/TIME TV DISPLAY Available mode CAMERA PLAYER ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ● Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode 1.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 36 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● Availability of functions in each mode Operating Mode Requested Mode EIS EIS D.ZOOM D.ZOOM PHOTO Digital special effects O O O O O O O ✕ O Digital functions O PHOTO ✕ ✕ Digital Special Effects O O O NIGHT CAPTURE O O O NIGHT CAPTURE ✕ O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 37 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND DEMO 3. Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK SET from the submenu. 4.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 38 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● REMOCON ✤ THE REMOCON function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND DEMO 3. Use the MENU DIAL to select REMOCON from the submenu. 4.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 39 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● BEEP SOUND ✤ THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND DEMO 3.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 40 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 41 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. ■ AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 42 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. CAM MODE 5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the PROGRAM AE mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 43 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality color of the image. ■ AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 44 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 45 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ More than 10x zoom is achieved digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 46) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 46 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ✤ The EIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ EIS(Electronic 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 a small object close-up ■ Recording and walking at the same time ■ Recording through the window of a vehicle 1.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 47 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 9 DSE modes. a. ART mode This mode gives the images a coarse effect.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 48 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. CAM MODE 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. CAM MODE 5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 6. Using MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 49 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● CUSTOM.Q ✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM.Q function operates in the CAMERA mode. ✤ If you want to use the CUSTOM.Q function (see page 59) correctly, set the status of each item as desired before using the CUSTOM.Q function. ✤ You can set and store the following items: ■ PROGRAM AE, WHT.BALANCE, D.ZOOM, EIS, DSE SELECT 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 50 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ 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 camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 51 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 52 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER 3.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 53 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DATE/TIME. 4. Press the ENTER button to select the sub-menu. 5.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 54 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● TV DISPLAY ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ■ OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only. ■ ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, EVF and TV. ■ Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the LCD/EVF/TV. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA, PLAYER mode. CAM MODE 2.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 55 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. ■ DATE/TIME - Each time you select DATE/TIME and press the ENTER button, it will be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF(See page 53).
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 56 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ■ WHT. BALANCE (see page 43) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the ENTER button, you can choose between preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset. ■ FOCUS (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) (see page 60) - Each time you select FOCUS and press the ENTER button, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus ( Auto Focus ( ).
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 57 ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERA mode. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see icon on, and then press the ENTER button. ■ You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:07 PM Page 58 ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to make good recordings easily. ■ The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: ■ Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( ) will be displayed. ■ The word “EASY.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (28~59) 2/12/03 12:08 PM Page 59 ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM Mode ✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA mode only. ✤ Please set the custom settings before using this function. (see page 49) 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. To activate the CUSTOM function, press the CUSTOM button. ■ “CUSTOM.Q” will be displayed on the screen. 3. Press START/STOP to start recording.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 60 ENGLISH Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 61 ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA mode. ✤ 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 62 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. FADE To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 2.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 63 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing sound 1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 64 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. PLAYER MODE 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. A / V SET REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT WIND CUT 5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 65 ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it. ■ The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. ■ If you do not wish to record, release the button. 2. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 66 ENGLISH Advanced Recording NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording) ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. ON NIGHT CAPTURE OFF 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON. ■ (Night Capture indicator) appears on the LCD monitor. ■ The infrared(invisible rays) light is turned on automatically. 3.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 67 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Reference Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 1 2 3 4 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 68 ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only. Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system. ✤ 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.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 69 ENGLISH Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Audio/Video cable. ■ The yellow plug : Video ■ The white plug : Audio(L) ■ The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 4. Turn on both the TV and VCR. ■ Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 70 ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in PLAYER mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FWD, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ 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 Playback or Slow playback.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 71 ENGLISH Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) ● Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. ● To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. ✤ Forward frame advance ■ Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode. ✤ Reverse frame advance ■ Press (_) the button on the remote control to change the direction in F.ADV mode. ■ Press the F.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 72 ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The 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. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or recording at the point you wish to return to.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 73 ENGLISH Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D80i/D81i only) Recording in PLAYER mode ✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder. ✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Audio/Video cable. VCR 2. Set the power switch of the camcorder to PLAYER mode. VIDEO AUDIO(L) AUDIO(R) S-VIDEO S-VIDEO 3. Turn on the VCR or TV. TV 4. Insert the blank tape with protection tab closed into the camcorder.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 74 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with other DV standard products. ■ A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 75 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ● System requirements ■ ■ ■ ■ CPU : faster Intel® Pentium III™ 450Mhz compatible. Operating system : Windows® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-DXXi only) 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 76 ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D81/D81i only) ● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 77 ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D81/D81i only) Installing DVC Media Program ✤ 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. How to install the program 1. The install program automatically operates when the CD is inserted into CD-ROM drive.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 78 ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D81/D81i only) 4. The window below displays the folder to install the program. ■ The program is installed in the following folder. C:\Programfiles\Samsung\DVC Media 3.0 ■ Click 4. to change the folder. 5. Connect the camcorder to PC. 6. 6. PC finds new hardware and installs a driver automatically. 7. If the driver is installed, the installation is complete. 8. Execute DVC Media 3.0 player on the Windows wall paper.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 79 ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D81/D81i only) Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) 3. Connect the audio cable to the Line input jack of the PC. If the PC has no Line input jack, connect the audio cable to the MIC input jack. There is a possibility you’ll here some audio noise if you use the MIC jack.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 80 ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ 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. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. ■ Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:15 PM Page 81 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the VIEWFINDER ● Releasing the eyecup 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER out and lift it up. 2. Turn the two screws counter-clockwise and pull the EYECUP out. 3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. ● Reattaching the EYECUP 4. Put the EYECUP on the VIEWFINDER. 5. Refit the screws.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 82 ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour 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 within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 83 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one. TAPE END! slow When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes Prepare a new one.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 84 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptom 84 Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. START/STOP button does not operate while recording. Check the POWER switch is set to CAM. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 85 ENGLISH Specifications Model name: VP-D80/D80i/D81/D81i 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 monitor/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD monitor Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-video output Audio output DV input/output USB output External mic PAL, CCIR standards 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 86 ENGLISH INDEX -A- -L- Accessories ............................................................................................... 12 Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ 63 AUDIO MODE ........................................................................................... 51 LCD ...................................................................................................
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (62~97) 2/12/03 1:16 PM Page 87 ENGLISH Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.
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00511E VP-D80/D81 UK (01~27) 2/12/03 12:02 PM Page 100 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungelectronics.co.