Samsung SC-D352, SC-D353, SC-D354, SC-D355 Quick Start Guide

Features......................................................2

Notes and Safety Instructions ....................3

Getting to Know Your Camcorder...........4

Playback ..............................................7

Basic Recording ............................................8

Maintenance........................................8

Digital Video Camcorder

SC-D351/D352/D353/D354/D355

Troubleshooting...................................9

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Features

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Multi OSD Language

You can select the desired OSD language among English, French, Spanish,
German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish and Dutch.

Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394

By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.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.

PHOTO

The photo function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound,
while in camera mode.

900x Digital Zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 900 times its original size.

Color TFT LCD

A high-resolution color TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the
ability to review your recordings immediately.

Various Digital Effects

The digital effects allows you to give your films a special look by adding various
special effects.

Back Light Compensation (BLC)

The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject
you're recording.

Program AE

The program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit
the type of scene/action to be filmed.

NITE PIX (SC-D352/D354/D355 only)

The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.

Digital Still Camera Function (SC-D353/D354/D355 only)

■ Using Memory card, you can easily record and playback standard still images.

■ You can transfer standard still images on the Memory card to your PC using the

USB interface.

MPEG Recording (SC-D353/D354/D355 only)

MPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory card.

Multi Memory Card Slot (SC-D355 only)

Multi Memory card slot is able to use Memory stick, MMC and SD.

Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

The DIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly
at high magnification.

USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only)

You can transfer images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.

Notes and Safety Instructions

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Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be
copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other
documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.

1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the
Camcorder.

for example:

-When you move the Camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from
outside to inside during winter.)

-When you move the Camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside
to outside during the summer.)

2. If the (DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the Camcorder for at least two
hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the Battery pack
removed.

1. Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60°C or 140°F).
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.

2. Do not let the Camcorder get wet.
Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the
Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged.
Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.

- Use only an approved Battery pack to replace a 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.

- If your Camcorder is in camera mode, and it is left in STBY mode without
being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape inserted, it will
automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.

- Make sure that the Battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Do not drop the Battery pack. Dropping the Battery pack may damage it.

- A brand new Battery pack is not charged.
Before using the Battery pack, you need to charge it completely.

- Fully discharging a Lithium-Ion battery damages the internal cells. The Battery pack
may be prone to leakage when fully discharged.

Notices regarding Copyright

Notes regarding Moisture Condensation

Notes regarding Camcorder

Notes regarding the Battery Pack

When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

- To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.
If a square block-shape 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.

Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).

1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfinder. Be careful when placing the
Camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.

2. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder.

3. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it.

1. The LCD screen has been
manufactured using high precision
technology. However, there may be
tiny dots (red, blue or green in color)
that appear on the LCD screen.
These dots are normal and do not
affect the recorded picture in any way.

2. When you use the LCD screen under direct sunlight or
outdoors, it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly.
If this occurs, we recommend using the Viewfinder.

3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen.

- To ensure a steady picture while filming, check that the hand
strap is properly adjusted.

- Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could
damage it.

Notes regarding the battery pack

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

Note regarding the Lens

Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder

Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ Using the LCD Screen

Notes regarding the Hand Strap