Samsung SC-D382-XAA User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

user manual

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SC-D381

SC-D382 SC-D383 SC-D385

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key features of your miniDV camcorder

FEATURES OF YOUR NEW MINIDV CAMCORDER

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 photo images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.

USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer (SC-D383/D385 only)

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

Photo Recording on a Tape

You can record a photo image on a tape.

680K pixel CCD (

SC-D383/D385 only)

Your camcorder incorporates a 680K pixel CCD. Photo images can be recorded to a memory card.

1200x Digital Zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 1200 times its original size.

Audio Enhancement

Provides more powerful sound with the Real Stereo and Audio Effect features.

Color TFT LCD

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

Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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

Various Visual Effects

The Visual Effects allow you to give your ﬁlms a special look by adding various special effects.

Back Light Compensation (BLC)

The BLC function compensates for a 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.

High Power Zoom Lens

Power Zoom lens allows users to magnify the subject clearly up to 34x.

Digital Still Camera Function (SC-D383/D385 only)

Using a memory card, you can

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easily record and playback standard photo images.

You can transfer standard photo

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images on the memory card to your PC using the USB interface.

Moving Image Recording on a Memory Card (SC-D383/D385 only)

Moving image recording makes it possible to record video onto a memory card.

MMC/SD card slot (SC-D383/D385 only)

MMC/SD card slot can use MMC (Multi Media Cards) and SD cards.

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safety warnings

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :

WARNING

CAUTION

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk.

Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your miniDV camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions:

Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the

miniDV

camcorder.

important 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 INSID

EREFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Warning

To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.”

Caution

Apparatus shall be placed on the apparatus. To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases,

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

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important safety instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachment/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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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. This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

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GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

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GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to ﬁt, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.

70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. See ﬁgure below.

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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 powerline surges.

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important safety instructions

22. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

23. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of ﬁre or electric shock.

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OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS: Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could result in a ﬁre or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use.

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SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

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DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have

fallen into the CAMCORDER.

c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or

water.

d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualiﬁed technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.

e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct

change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

27. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts speciﬁed by the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁre, electric shock or other hazards.

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SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

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29. To prevent damage which may result in ﬁre or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

30. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used.

USER INSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certiﬁed equipment could be voided if you make changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

NOTE: Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY

AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864)

CALIFORNIA USA ONLY

This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA “ Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for additional suggestions. The user may ﬁnd the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Ofﬁce, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

FCC Warning

The user is cautioned that changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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NOTES REGARDING THE VIDEO HEAD CLEANING

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.

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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.

Open the LCD screen 90 degrees from the camcorder with your ﬁnger.

2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.

- If you rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees so it is facing forward, you can close the LCD screen with the display facing out.

- This is convenient during playback operations.

Refer to page 31 to adjust brightness and color of the LCD screen.

ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

BATT.

MODE

POWER

CHG

notes and safety instructions

precautions

Warning!

• This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.

• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, ﬁre or the like.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used.

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NOTES REGARDING THE LCD SCREEN

Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen and the inside of the the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low

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light conditions, such as at dusk. The LCD screen has been manufactured using high precision technology. However, there may be tiny dots (red,

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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. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the LCD screen or battery pack.

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SERVICING & REPLACEMENT PARTS

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Do not attempt to service this camcorder yourself.

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Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

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Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

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When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts speciﬁed by the

manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part.

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Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁre, electric shock or other hazards.

NOTES REGARDING CAMCORDER

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

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in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.

Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture.

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If the camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged. Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.

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

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

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

If the (DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with

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the cassette compartment opened and the battery pack removed.

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GETTING TO KNOW

YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER

PREPARATION

INITIAL SETTING :

SYSTEM MENU SETTING

06 What is included with your miniDV camcorder 07 Front & left view 08 Left side view 09 Right & top view 10 Rear & bottom view 11 Using the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only)

12 Using the hand strap & lens cover 13 Installing the button-type battery 14

Using the battery pack 17 Connecting a power source 18 Basic miniDV camcorder operation 19 Screen indicators in Camera/Player modes 20 Screen indicators in M.Cam/M.Player modes

(SC-D383/D385 only) 21 Using the display ( ) button 22 Using the joystick 22 Handling quick menus with the joystick

24 Setting the clock (Clock set) 25 Setting the wireless remote control acceptance (Remote)

(SC-D382/D385 only) 26 Setting the beep sound (Beep Sound) 27 Setting the shutter sound (Shutter Sound) 28 Selecting the OSD language (Language) 29 Viewing the demonstration (Demonstration)

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INITIAL SETTING :

DISPLAY MENU SETTING

30 Setting the guideline (Guideline) 31 Adjusting the LCD screen (LCD Bright/LCD Color) 32 Displaying the date/time (Date/Time) 33 Setting the tv display (TV display)

BASIC RECORDING

ADVANCED RECORDING

34 Inserting / ejecting a cassette 34 Various recording techniques 35 Making your ﬁrst recording 36 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY.Q mode) 37 Zooming in and out 38 Searching quickly for a desired scene

(Setting the zero memory) (SC-D382/D385 only) 39 Self record using the remote control (Setting the Self Timer)

(SC-D382/D385 only) 40 Reviewing and searching a recording 41 Using the fade on and off 42 Auto focus / manual focus 43 Setting the shutter speed & exposure

44 Selecting the record mode & audio mode

(Rec Mode & Audio Mode) 45

Cutting wind noise (WindCut Plus) 46 Selecting the real stereo function (Real Stereo) 47 Setting the program ae (Program AE) 49 Setting the white balance (White Balance) 51 Applying visual effects (Visual Effect) 53 Setting the 16:9 wide mode (16:9 Wide) 54 Using the tele macro (Macro)

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contents

55 Setting the digital image stabilizer (DIS)

56 Using back light compensation mode (BLC) 57 Zooming in and out with digital zoom (Digital Zoom) 58 Using the color nite (C.Nite) 59 Using the light (Light) (SC-D382/D383/D385 only) 60 Recording a photo image on a tape -tape photo recording 61 Searching for a photo image on a tape (Photo Search)

PLAYBACK

CONNECTION

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA MODE

(SC-D383/D385 only)

62 Playing back a tape on the LCD screen 63

Various functions while in Player mode 65 Audio dubbing (SC-D382/D385 only) 66 Dubbed audio playback (Audio Select) 67 Audio effect

68 Playing back a tape on a TV screen 70

Copying a camcorder tape onto a video tape 71 Using the VOICE+ function

72 Using a memory card (usable memory card) (not supplied)

Structure of folders and ﬁles on the memory card

73 75 Setting the ﬁle number (File No.) 76 Taking a photo image (JPEG) on the memory card 77 Viewing photo images (JPEG) 78 Protection from accidental erasure (Protect) 79 Deleting photo images and moving images (Delete) 81 Formatting a memory card (Format)

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82 Recording moving images (MPEG) on a memory card

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84 Playing the moving images (MPEG) on a memory card

(M.Play select) 85 Recording an image from a tape as a photo image 86 Copying a photo image from a tape to a memory card

(Photo Copy) 87 Marking images for printing (Print Mark)

PICTBRIDGE™

(SC-D383/D385 only)

IEEE 1394 DATA TRANSFER

USB INTERFACE

(SC-D383/D385 only)

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

88 Printing your pictures – using Pictbridge

90 Transferring ieee1394 (I.Link)-DV standard data connections

92 Using USB Interface

Selecting the USB device (USB Connect) 95 Installing the software (DV Media Pro program) 96 Connecting to a PC

98 After ﬁnishing a recording

Usable cassette tapes

98 99 Cleaning and maintaining the camcorder 100 Using your miniDV camcorder abroad

101 Troubleshooting 103 Setting menu items

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getting to know your miniDV camcorder

WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER

Your new Digital Video camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

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The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.

Battery Pack

(IA-BP80W )

AD43-00186A

Software CD

(SC-D383/D385 only)

AD46-00097A

Remote Control

(SC-D382/D385 only)

AD59-00085B

The contents may vary depending on the sales region.

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Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer.

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A memory card is not included. See page 72 for memory cards compatible with your miniDV camcorder.

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AC Power Adapter

(AA-E9 type)

AD44-00116B

User Manual AD68-02562A

Lens Cover

AD97-10686A

Audio/Video Cable

AD39-00001A

Quick Start Guide

AD68-02563A

Lens Cover Strap

AD72-00049A

USB Cable

(SC-D383/D385 only)

AD39-00132D

Button-type Battery for

Remote Control

(Type: CR2025)

(SC-D382/D385 only)

AD43-10130H

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FRONT & LEFT VIEW

OPEN

2 3

Lens

Remote sensor (SC-D382/D385 only)

Light (SC-D382/D383/D385 only)

OPEN switch

Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.

CAUTION

5 6 7 8

EASY Q button ➥page 36 Display ( ) button TFT LCD screen Internal microphone

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LEFT SIDE VIEW

getting to know your miniDV camcorder

MENU button

Joystick ( / /  / / Select ), (W/T) ➥page 23

Recording start/stop button

Jack cover (AV/DV jack)

Built-in speaker

Select (CARD-TAPE) switch (SC-D383/D385 only)

Battery pack

Battery release (BATT.) switch

BATT.

MODE

POWER

CHG

1 2

MODE

TAPECARD

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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RIGHT & TOP VIEW

MOD

POWER

CHG

VOL

3 4

Zoom(W/T) / Volume (VOL) lever

PHOTO button ➥pages 60,76

Recording start/stop button

POWER switch

Jack cover (DC IN, USB (SC-D383/D385 only) jack)

Cassette compartment cover

Hand strap

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getting to know your miniDV camcorder

MODE

DC IN

POWER

CHG

REAR & BOTTOM VIEW

2 3

AV jack

MODE button Mode indicator (Camera ( ) / Player ( ) mode)

3 4

DC IN Jack

DV (IEEE1394) jack

Charging (CHG) indicator

USB jack (SC-D383/D385 only)

Memory card slot (SC-D383/D385 only)

Tripod receptacle

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Jacks

SC-D383/D385

SC-D381/D382

SC-D383/D385 only

AV DV DC IN USB

AV DV DC IN

MMC/SD

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SC-D382/D385 only)

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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PHOTO button ➥pages 60,76

REC button

SELF TIMER button ➥page 39

ZERO MEMORY button ➥page 38

PHOTO SEARCH button ➥page 61

A.DUB button ➥page 65

(FF) button

(REW) button

(PLAY) button

The buttons on the remote control function the same as those on the miniDV camcorder.

(-) / (+) (Direction) button ➥page 64

Display ( )

W/T (Zoom) button

X2 button ➥page 64

DATE/TIME button

(SLOW) button

(PAUSE) button

(STOP) button

F. ADV button ➥page 64

button

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󱯢

󱯣

󱯤

󱯥 󱯦 󱯧 󱯨

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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. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button, PHOTO button, and the Zoom lever.

Hand Strap

Adjusting the Hand Strap

1. Insert the hand strap into the hand strap hook on the front side of the camcorder and pull its end through the hook.

2. Insert your hand into the hand strap and adjust its length for your convenience.

3. Close the hand strap.

Lens Cover

Attaching the Lens Cover

4. Hook up the lens cover with the lens cover strap

as illustrated.

5. Hook up the lens cover strap to the hand strap, and adjust it following the steps as described for the hand strap.

6. Close the hand strap.

Installing the Lens Cover after Operation

Press buttons on both sides of the lens cover, then attach it to the camcorder lens.

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USING THE HAND STRAP & LENS COVER

This section provides information on using this miniDV camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to set up the operation and screen indicators in each mode.

OPEN

1 2 3

4 5 6

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INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY

Button-type battery installation for the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only)

1. Pull out the button-type battery holder toward the direction of the arrow.

2. Position the button-type battery in the button-type battery holder, with the positive (

) terminal face up.

3. Reinsert the button-type battery holder.

Precaution regarding the button-type battery

There is a danger of explosion if button-type battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools. This will cause a short circuit. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of explosion.

Keep the button-type Battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

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WARNING

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Use the IA-BP80W battery pack only

The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase

Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your miniDV camcorder.

Inserting / Ejecting the battery pack

1. Open the LCD screen as shown in the ﬁgure.

2. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks.

• Make sure that word mark (SAMSUNG) is facing out while

the camcorder is placed as shown in the ﬁgure.

3. Slide the BATT. release switch and pull out the battery pack.

• Gently slide the BATT. release switch in the direction as

shown in the ﬁgure.

• Additional battery packs are available at your local Samsung dealer.

• If the miniDV camcorder will not be in use for a while, remove the battery pack from the miniDV camcorder.

Charging the Battery Pack

1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn off the power.

2. Insert the battery pack to the camcorder.

3. Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack.

4. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.

5. Once charged, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your

camcorder.

• Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left inserted in the camcorder.

It is recommended that you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your miniDV camcorder.

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USING THE BATTERY PACK

Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, ﬁre or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occured due to using unapproved batteries.

preparation

POW

BAT

POW

BAT

POWER

BATT.

BATT .

POWER

BATT.

Insert

Eject

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Charging, Recording Times with a fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, LCD open, etc.)

Measured times shown in the table are based on model SC-D385. (Times for SC-D381/D382/D383/D385 are almost the same.) The time is only for reference. Figures shown in the table are measured under Samsung’s test environment, and may differ from your actual use. The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment.

The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.

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Charging

time

Recording

time

IA-BP80W

Approx.

1hr 20min

Approx.

1hr 20min

Battery

Time

Charging indicator

The color of the LED indicates the power or charging state.

• If the battery pack has been fully charged, the charge indicator is green.

• If you are charging the battery, the color of the charge indicator is orange.

• If an error occurs while the battery pack in charging, the charging indicator blinks orange.

MODE

DC IN

POWER

CHG

OWER

CHG

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preparation

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:

The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. Ambient temperature. How often the zoom function is used. Type of use (camcorder/camera/with LCD screen etc.) It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

To check the remaining battery charge, press and hold the Display ( ) button. ➥page 21 The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.

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Battery Level Display

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used e. Completely used (Blinking)

(The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.)

Battery Pack Management

The battery pack should be recharged in an environment between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40°C (104 °F). The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or left in temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged. Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. ﬁre or a heater). Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack. Do not allow the + and – terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or ﬁre.

•

(Blinking)

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Notes regarding the Battery Pack

Please refer to the table on page 15 for approximate continuous recording time. The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment, as the environmental temperature and conditions vary. The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F). The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.

When purchasing a new battery pack, we recommend buying the same battery pack that is provided with this camcorder. The battery pack is available at SAMSUNG retailers.

When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. Batteries should be handled as chemical waste. Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. A brand new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, you need to charge it completely. The battery pack may be prone to leakage when fully discharged. Fully discharging a battery pack damages the internal cells. 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. Do not drop the Battery Pack. Dropping the battery pack may damage it.

•

CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE

There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder.

- The AC Power Adapter: used for indoor recording.

- The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording.

Using a Household Power Source

Connect to a household power source to use the camcorder without having to worry about the battery power. You can keep the battery pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed.

1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn off the power.

Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack.

3. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.

• The plug and wall socket type may differ according to your resident country.

4. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and press

the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

•

MODE

POWER

CHG

VOL

POWER

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BASIC MINIDV CAMCORDER OPERATION

Turning the miniDV camcorder on and off

You can turn the camcorder on or off by sliding the POWER switch downward.

Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to toggle the power on or off.

Setting the operating modes

•

Set the operation mode by adjusting the MODE button and Select switch (SC-D383/D385 only) before operating any functions.

Press the MODE button to set Camera(

) or Player( ).

Each press of the MODE button toggles between the Camera (

) mode

and Player (

) mode.

2. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

- Camera mode (

): To record movie or photo images on a tape. ➥page 19

- Player mode (

): To play movie or photo images on a tape. ➥page 19

M.Cam mode (

): To record movie or photo images on a memory card.

➥pages 20, 76 and 82

M.Player mode (

): To play movie or photo images on a memory card.

➥pages 20, 77 and 84

•

The operating modes are determined by the position of the MODE button and Select switch (SC-D383/D385

only).

•

Mode Name Camera Mode Player Mode M.Cam Mode M.Player Mode

MODE button

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Select switch

(SC-D383/D385

only)

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preparation

M.Cam Mode : Memory Camera Mode M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode The M.Cam Mode and the M.Player Mode are only available on models SC-D383/D385.

•

MODE

DC IN

POWER

CHG

MODE button

POWER switch

Mode indicator

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60min

10Sec

0:00:00

C.Nite 1/30

Art

16Bit

No Tape !

STBY

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008

W T

1/60

21 3 4 5 6

1718

798

16:9 Wide

No Tape !

[11]

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008

60min

Sound[2]

0:00:46:06

16Bit

STOP

5 46

SCREEN INDICATORS IN CAMERA / PLAYER MODES

OSD in Camera Mode

Battery Level ➥page 16

Tele Macro * ➥page 54 Tape photo recording ➥page 60 /

Self timer * (SC-D382/D385 only)

Operating Mode

Record Speed Mode ➥page 44 Zero Memory ➥page 38

(SC-D382/D385 only)

Time counter (movie recording time)

Tape Indicator Remaining Tape

(measured in minutes)

Audio Mode ➥page 44 Light * ➥page 59

(SC-D382/D383/D385 only)

BLC (Back Light Compensation)*

➥

OSD in Player Mode

Audio Dubbing ➥page 65 (SC-D382/D385 only) Audio Effect

2 3

DV IN (DV date transfer mode) ➥page 91

VOICE+ Indicator ➥page 71

Warning Indicator ➥page 101

Message Line ➥page 101

Volume Control * ➥page 62

DEW ➥page 102

Dubbed Audio Playback ➥page 66

page 56

➥

page 39

➥

page 67

WindCut Plus * ➥page 45

Fade ➥page 41/

Remote ➥page 25 (SC-D382/D385 only)

USB * ➥page 96

(SC-D383/D385 only)

C.Nite * ➥page 58

Real Stereo ➥page 46

Zoom Position * ➥page 37

Date/Time ➥page 32

Manual Focus * ➥page 42

Manual Exposure * ➥page 43

Shutter Speed * ➥page 43

White Balance * ➥page 49

Program AE * ➥page 47

DIS * ➥page 55 Visual Effects Mode * ➥page 51

EASY.Q * 16:9 Wide

➥

page 36

➥

page 53

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10Sec

No Tape !

Art

10134

60min

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008

W T

21 3

No Memory Card !

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008

[11]

0:00:00

STOP

SMOV0001

No Memory Card !

12:00 AM JAN. 1,2008

800X600

2/30

Slide

002

100-0001

5 6

No Memory Card !

preparation

SCREEN INDICATORS IN M.CAM / M.PLAYER MODES (SC-D383/D385 ONLY)

OSD indicators shown here are

•

based on model SC-D385. The screen to the left is an example;

•

it is different from the actual display. The OSD indicators are based

•

on memory capacity of 2GB (SC-D383/D385 only). For enhanced performance, the

•

display indications and the order are subject to change without prior notice. Functions marked with * will not

•

be retained when the miniDV camcorder is powered on after turning it off.

Time counter (movie recording time)

File number of the moving image

Volume Control

Erase Protection Indicator ➥page 78

Silde ➥page 77

Image Counter (Current photo image/ Total number of recordable photo images)

Photo image size ➥page 73

Folder Number - File Number ➥page 75

Print Mark ➥page 87

➥

page 84

(Movie images)

OSD in M.Cam Mode

Image Recording and

Loading Indicator Image Counter (Total

number of recordable photo images) CARD (Memory Card)

Indicator Light ➥page 59

(SC-D382/D383/D385 only)

OSD in M.Player Mode

(Photo images)

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USING THE DISPLAY ( ) BUTTON

You can switch between the on-screen information display modes: Press the Display ( ) button.

Switching the information display mode

You can switch between the on-screen information display modes: Press the Display ( ) button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate.

Full display mode: All information will appear. Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear.

Checking the remaining battery

Press and hold the Display ( ) button while charging with the power off. After a while, the charging status will be displayed on the LCD screen for 7 seconds. The battery charge status is given as reference and is an estimation. It may differ depending on the battery capacity and temperature.

•

BATT.

MODE

POWER

CHG

Battery Info

Battery chargedBattery charged

0% 50% 100%

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USING THE JOYSTICK

Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up, down, left, right) and to make a selection when selecting movie, photo images or menus.

1. Move the Joystick (

/ ) up or down.

2. Move the Joystick (

/ ) left or right.

Conﬁrm your selection by pressing Joystick.

For more information on the OSD menus displayed using the Joystick (

/ / / ), see page 23.

•

preparation

HANDLING QUICK MENUS WITH THE JOYSTICK

Using the Joystick, you can easily access frequently used menus without using the MENU button.

✪

Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.

For example: setting the Exposure in Camera (

) mode

1. Press the Joystick.

Quick menu is displayed.

2. Press the Joystick (

/ / / ) to control the setting.

Moving the Joystick up toggles between "Auto Exposure" and "Manual Exposure".

3. Press the Joystick to conﬁrm your selection.

Press the Joystick button to exit the quick menu according to the selected mode.

There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously when using Joystick. You cannot select the menu items grayed out on the screen

Accessible items in menu and quick menu vary depending on the operation mode.

•

ATT

MODE

POW

CHG

16Bit

10Sec

60min

0:00:00

STBY

16Bit

10Sec

60min

0:00:05

STBY

Auto Exposure

16Bit

10Sec

60min

0:00:10

STBY

Manual Exposure

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HANDLING QUICK MENUS WITH THE JOYSTICK

Quick Menu In Camera /Player modes

Joystick Camera ( ) Mode Player ( ) Mode

Input



 



Status

Return / Selection / Exit the menu

Exposure - - - - -

Focus - STOP STOP STOP STOP

Shutter REW REW REW REW REW

Fade FF FF FF FF FF

STOP PLAY PAUSE FF REW

PLAY PAUSE PLAY PLAY PLAY

Quick Menu In M.Cam / M.Player modes (SC-D383/D385 only)

Joystick

Input

 





M.Cam (

Status

) Mode

Exposure - - - - -

Focus

Return/

Selection/Exit

the menu

( ) Mode (Movie images)

M.Player

STOP PLAY PAUSE FF REW

Thumbnail Previous

Next Skip FF FF FF FF

PLAY PAUSE PLAY PLAY PLAY

STOP STOP STOP STOP

Skip

REW REW REW REW

M. Player (

(Photo

Previous Skip

)

Mode

images)

Delete

Thumbnail

Next Skip

Slide Show

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Clock setup works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. ➥page 18 Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the ﬁrst time.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

/ ) up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick (

)to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

/ ) up or down to select "Clock Set", then press the

Joystick.

The year will be highlighted ﬁrst.

6. Move the Joystick (

/ ) up or down to set the current year, then press the

Joystick.

The month will be highlighted.

7. You can set the month, day, hour and minute following the same procedure after

setting the year.

8. Press the Joystick after setting the minutes.

The message "Complete !" is displayed.

9. To exit, press the MENU button.

You can set the year up to 2037. Turning the date and time display on/off To switch the date and time display on or off, access the menu and change the date/time display mode. ➥page 32

•

SETTING THE CLOCK (CLOCK SET)

initial setting : system menu setting

Display illustrations in this manual

- OSD illustrations of SC-D385 are used in this manual.

- Some of the OSD items shown in this manual may differ slightly from the actual items on your camcorder.

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

B ATT

ENU

CHG

Adjust Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

JAN 1

12 : 00 AM

2008

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

Complete !

JAN 1

12 : 00 AM

2008

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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The remote function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

➥

page 18 The remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Remote", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On" or "Off", then press the

Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

If you set the "Remote" to "Off" in the menu and try to use it, the remote control indicator (

) will blink for 3 seconds on the LCD screen and then

disappear.

•

SETTING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL ACCEPTANCE (REMOTE) (SC-D382/D385 only)

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

� On � On � On � English

�

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

Off

✔ On

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

ATT .

ENU

CHG

(SC-D385 only)

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The beep sound function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

➥

page 18

You can turn the beep sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Beep Sound", then press

the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On" or "Off", then press the

Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

•

SETTING THE BEEP SOUND (BEEP SOUND)

initial setting : system menu setting

When beep sound is set to off, the power on/off sound is off.

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

Off

✔ On

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

B ATT

ENU

CHG

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

� On � On � On � English

�

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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The shutter sound function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 You can turn the shutter sound on or off, when on, with each press of the PHOTO button, the shutter will sound.

1. If you press the MODE button to set it to Camera (

), set the Select switch to

either CARD or TAPE.

If you press the MODE button to set it to Player (

), set the Select switch to

TAPE.

2. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

4. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Shutter Sound", then press

the Joystick.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On" or "Off", then press the

Joystick.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

•

SETTING THE SHUTTER SOUND (SHUTTER SOUND)

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

Off

✔

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

ATT .

ENU

MODE

CHG

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

� On � On � On � English

�

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE)

The Language function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

➥

page 18

You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Language", then press the

Joystick.

The available language options are listed. English / Français / Español / Deutsch / Italiano / Português / Polski / Nederlands / Magyar / Svenska /

/ /

/ Iran / Русский /

Українська /

/ Suomi / Türkçe / Norwegian / Danish / Czech / Slovakia

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired OSD language,

then press the Joystick.

The OSD language is refreshed in the selected language.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

Language options may be changed without prior notice.

•

initial setting : system menu setting

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

✔ English

Français Español Deutsch Italiano Português

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

ATT .

ENU

MODE

CHG

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

� On � On � On � English

�

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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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. ➥page 18 Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the camcorder.

➥

page 34

The demonstration operates repeatedly until the demonstration mode is switched off

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Demonstration", then press

the Joystick.

Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On", then press the Joystick

7. Press the MENU button. The demonstration will begin.

8. To quit the demonstration, press the MENU button.

The demonstration function is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes after switching to the Camera mode (if no tape is inserted in the camcorder). If you press other buttons (MENU,

Joystick

, EASY.Q...) during the

demonstration mode, the demonstration stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate any other functions. The demonstration mode displays in 4:3 aspect ratio on the LCD screen.

•

VIEWING THE DEMONSTRATION (DEMONSTRATION)

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

Off

✔

Move Select Exit

Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Demonstration

Camera Mode

System

Clock Set

� On � On � On � English

�

SAMSUNG Camcorder is...

Demonstration

34x Optical Zoom

1200x Digital Zoom

Multi-Visual Effect

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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initial setting : display menu setting

SETTING THE GUIDELINE (GUIDELINE)

Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera / M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 Guideline displays a certain pattern on the LCD screen so that you can easily set the image composition when recording movie or photo images. The miniDV camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Display", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Guideline", then press the

Joystick

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the guideline display type,

then press the

Joystick

Settings Contents

On-screen

display

Off

Disables the function. None

Cross

Enables you to center the subject for proper recording.

Grid

Enables you to place the subject in the center square fo r proper positioning.

Safety

Zone

Enables you to place the subject within a safety zone which prevents it being cut when editing in 4:3 mode for left and right and 2.35:1 for top and bottom.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guideline makes a balanced composition. Guidelines are not recorded on the images.

•

Move Select Exit

LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

Guideline

� Off

� Off � On

Move Select Exit

LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

Guideline

✔ Off

Cross Grid Safety Zone

BATT

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

ATT .

ENU

ODE

CHG

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHT/LCD COLOR)

Adjusting the LCD screen works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

➥

page 18 Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.7 inch wide color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust:

"LCD Bright"

- "LCD Color"

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Display", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "LCD Bright" or "LCD Color",

then press the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to adjust the value of the selected item,

"LCD Bright" or "LCD Color", then press the Joystick.

You can set values for "LCD Bright" and "LCD Color" between "0" and "35"

7. To exit, press the MENU button. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the brightness and color of the image to be recorded.

•

Adjust S elect Exit

LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

Guideline

[18]

BATT.

CHG

MODE

TAPECARD

ATT .

ENU

MODE

CHG

Adjust Se lect Exit

LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

Guideline

[18]

(SC-D383/D385 only)

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DISPLAYING THE DATE / TIME (DATE / TIME)

The date/time function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

➥

page 18

The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Display", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick ()to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Date/Time", then press

the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the date/time display type,

then press the Joystick.

Date/Time display types: "Off", "Date", "Time", "Date&Time".

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

On charging the built-in rechargeable battery

Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the power is off. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet via the AC power adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the built-in rechargeable battery. If the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, any data that you have input will not be backed up and the date/time appears on the screen as "12:00 AM JAN. 1.2008" (when "Date/Time" display is set to "On"). The date/time will read "12:00 AM JAN. 1.2008" in the following conditions:

When the built-in rechargeable battery becomes weak or dead.

If the movie or photo recording was made before setting the date/time in the miniDV camcorder

. The DATE/TIME button exists on the remote control as well. (SC-D382/D385 only) Press it once to display the date "

JAN. 1.2008

", press it twice to display the time and

press it again to display both time and date on the screen.

•

initial setting:display menu setting

Move Select Exit

LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

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✔

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SETTING THE TV DISPLAY (TV DISPLAY)

The TV Display function works in Camera / Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes.

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You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).

"Off": The OSD appears on the LCD screen only.

- "On": The OSD appears on the LCD screen and TV. (Connecting to a TV

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- Use the Display(

) button to turn the OSD on/off on the LCD screen

and TV.

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1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Display", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "TV Display", then press the

Joystick.

6. To activate TV Display function, move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select

"On" or "Off", then press the Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

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LCD Bright LCD Color Date/Time TV Display

Camera Mode

Display

Guideline

Off

✔

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When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not apply excessive force, as it may cause a malfunction. Do not use any tape other than DV cassettes.

1. Connect a power source and slide the OPEN switch. The cassette compartment cover opens automatically.

2. Inserting a Cassette: Insert a tape into the cassette

compartment with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab toward the top.

Ejecting a Cassette: Remove the cassette tape, which is

automatically ejected by pulling the cassette out.

3. Press the area marked PUSH on the cassette compartment

cover until it clicks into place.

The cassette is loaded automatically.

4. Close the cassette compartment cover.

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basic recording

VARIOUS RECORDING TECHNIQUES

In some situations different recording techniques may be required.

1. General recording.

2. Downward recording.

Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen.

3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below.

4. Self recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from the front.

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.

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MAKING YOUR FIRST RECORDING

1. Connect a power source to the camcorder. ➥page 17

(A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ➥pages 14,17

Insert a cassette.

➥

page 34 If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card. (SC-D383/D385 only) ➥page 72

2. Remove the lens cover.

3. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the

power.

Open the LCD screen. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only) Press the MODE button to set Camera (

- Make sure that STBY is displayed. If the write protection tab of the cassette is open (set to save), STOP and "Protection!" will be displayed. Release the write protection tab to record. Make sure the image you want to record appears on the LCD screen. Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your expected recording time. You can select a record mode of your choice.

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4. To start recording, press the Recording start/stop button.

"REC

●

" is displayed on the LCD screen.

To stop recording, press the

Recording start/stop button again.

"STBY" is displayed on the LCD screen.

Eject the battery pack when you ﬁnish the recordings to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption. The miniDV camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other one is on the LCD panel. Select the Recording start/stop button according to the use.

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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE)

The EASY Q function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 With the EASY Q function, most of the miniDV camcorder settings are automatically adjusted, which frees you from making detailed adjustments.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the EASY Q button. When you press the EASY Q button, most functions turn off and the following functions are set to "Auto" (DIS, Focus, White Balance, Exposure, Program AE, Shutter) The EASY Q and DIS(

) indicators appear on the screen at the same time.

4. Press the Recording start/stop button to start recording. Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

To cancel the EASY Q mode

Press the EASY Q button again.

The EASY Q and DIS(

) indicators disappear from the screen. Almost all the settings will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY Q mode. You cannot cancel the EASY.Q mode during recording.

Menu button unavailable during EASY.Q operation

The MENU button is not available because the items are automatically set.

The "Release the Easy.Q!" messages may appear if unavailable operations are attempted.

- MENU button Taking a photo image using the PHOTO button while EASY.Q is set releases the DIS function.

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OPEN

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ZOOMING IN AND OUT

The zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This miniDV camcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom.

To zoom in

Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto). (Or move the Joystick down ( T

)

on the LCD panel.)

To zoom out

Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). (Or move up the Joystick ( W

)

on the LCD panel.)

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The farther you slide the Zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action. Be sure to keep your ﬁnger on the Zoom lever. If you move your ﬁnger off the Zoom lever, the operation sound of the Zoom lever may be also recorded. Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom before recording and lock the focus by using the manual focus, then zoom in or out during recording. ➥page 42 The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 0.39 inch) for wide angle and 50 cm (about 19.68 inch) for telephoto. Optical zoom preserves the movie quality, but during digital zoom the quality of image may suffer. When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the miniDV camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this case, set "Macro" to "On." ➥page 54

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SEARCHING QUICKLY FOR A DESIRED SCENE (SETTING THE ZERO MEMORY) (SC-D382/D385 only)

The zero memory function works in both Camera and Player modes. ➥page 18 You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before recording or

during playback at the point where you wish to return.

The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to zero memory with the zero memory (

0:00:00 ) indicator displayed. If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.

4. Finding the zero position. When you have ﬁnished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape in stop mode. The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position. When you have ﬁnished recording, press the MODE button to set Player (

) and press the (REW) button. The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

5. The tape counter with the zero memory (

) indicator disappears from the

display and the tape counter is changed to the time code.

In the following situations, zero memory mode may be canceled automatically:

- At the end of the section marked with the zero memory function.

- When the tape is ejected.

- When you remove the battery pack or power supply. The zero memory may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the tape. The zero memory function is available only when using the remote control.

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SELF RECORD USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SETTING THE SELF TIMER) (SC-D382/D385 only)

The SELF TIMER function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the SELF TIMER button. The (

) indicator is displayed.

4. To record movie images, press the Recording start/stop button. Self timer starts counting down from 10. At this moment, recording indicator blinks with a beep sound. At the last second of the countdown, recording starts automatically. If you want to cancel the self timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER button again.

Do not obstruct the remote control sensor by putting obstacles between the remote control and miniDV camcorder. The remote control maximum range is 4 to 5m (13 to17 ft). The effective remote control angle is up to 30 degrees left /right from the center line. Using a tripod (not supplied) is recommended during self record.

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REVIEWING AND SEARCHING A RECORDING

basic recording

The Rec Search function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 Used to review previously recorded images or to ﬁnd a point to record a new image in the STBY mode.

Record Search (Joystick

)

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. To start recording, press the Recording start/stop button.

4. Set to STBY mode by pressing Recording start/stop button again.

5. To perform the backward search:

Move the Joystick () to the left.

While you press and hold the Joystick (), the selected images will be played in reverse order. Press and release the Joystick () to play the images in reverse order for 3 seconds before resetting the play order to normal.

To perform the normal search:

Move the Joystick () to the right.

- While you press and hold the Joystick (), the selected images will be played in normal order. To resume recording when your record search is done, press the Recording start/stop button.

Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in Record Search mode.

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USING THE FADE ON AND OFF

The Fade function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence.

To Start Recording

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Before recording, press the Joystick

and

then move the Joystick ()

to the right.

Move the Joystick () to the right fade function to select "Fade On".

4. Press the Recording start/stop button and at the same time release the Fade function.

Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually appear. (Fade In)

To Stop Recording

5. When you want to stop recording with fade out, press the Joystick

then move the Joystick () to the right.

Move the Joystick () to the right fade function to select "Fade On".

6. Press the Recording start/stop button to stop recording.

The picture and sound gradually disappear. (Fade Out)

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Fade Out (Approx. 4 seconds)

Fade In (Approx. 4 seconds)

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The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 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 or unreliable. Adjust the Auto Focus / Manual Focus functions only by using the Joystick.

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make use of auto focus.

Manual Focus

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others

further away.

b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow. c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car. d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd

Setting the Focus

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the Joystick.

Quick menu will appear.

Move the Joystick down (▼) to select the "Manual Focus" mode.

You can toggle between "Auto Focus" and "Manual Focus" by moving down the Joystick (

▼

Move the Joystick (



/ )

left or right to select the desired manual focus value,

then press the Joystick.

5. To exit, press the Joystick.

Manual focus indicator ( ) and the status bar will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Manual focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

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SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.

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The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can only be adjusted by using the Joystick.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the Joystick. Quick menu will appear.

Setting the Shutter Speed

4. Move the Joystick () to the left to select "Auto Shutter ( )" mode. In Auto mode, move up the Joystick (

▲

) to switch the mode to manual.

You can also toggle between Auto Shutter and Manual Shutter by moving up the Joystick (

▲

5. Move the Joystick (



/ )

left or right to select the desired shutter speed value,

then press the Joystick.

Shutter speed can be set to "1/60", "1/100", "1/250", "1/500", "1/1000", "1/2000",

"1/4000" or "1/10000" of a second.

Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording:

Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: "1/2000" or "1/4000" Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters: "1/1000", "1/500" or "1/250" Indoor sports such as basketball: "1/100"

Setting the Exposure

4. Move up the Joystick (▲)

to select "

Auto Exposure ( )" mode.

In Auto mode, move up the Joystick (

▲

) to switch the mode to manual.

You can also toggle between Auto Exposure and Manual Exposure by moving up the

Joystick (

▲

Move the Joystick (



/ ) left or right to select the desired exposure value, then press the Joystick.

Exposure value can be set between "00" to "29".

6. To exit, press the Joystick. Selected settings are displayed.

Manual exposure is recommended in situations listed below:

When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. When shooting on a reﬂective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.

If you manually change the shutter speed and the exposure value when program AE option is selected, manual changes are applied ﬁrst. The image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set. The camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings when you change to the EASY.Q mode. When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.

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The Record mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ➥page 18 This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.

- "SP" : This mode allows 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

- "LP" : This mode allows 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. The Audio mode function works in both Camera and Player modes.

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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 soundtrack using 16Bit recording

mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.

1. Set the Select

switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set

Camera ( ) or Player ( )

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Record", then press the Joystick

or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Rec Mode"or "Audio Mode", then

press the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired record mode or audio mode,

then press the Joystick.

Rec mode can be set to "SP" or "LP". Audio mode can be set to "12Bit" or "16Bit".

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

The selected indicator is displayed. When "12Bit" is selected, no indicator is displayed.

We recommend that you use this camcorder to play back any tapes recorded on this camcorder. Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion. When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly if there is a gap between scenes. Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality.

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To edit audio on your camcorder, you must set 12Bit for the Audio mode and SP for the Rec mode.

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SELECTING THE RECORD MODE & AUDIO MODE (Rec Mode & Audio Mode)

advanced recording

CAUTION

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✔ SP

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Record

Rec Mode

Move Select Exit

Audio Mode WindCut Plus Real Sterco

Camera Mode

Record

Rec Mode

✔ 12Bit

16Bit

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The windcut plus function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) modes. ➥page 18 Use the windcut plus when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. The windcut plus function minimizes wind or other noises while recording.

- When the windcut plus is on, some low pitched tones are eliminated along with the sound of the wind.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

) or Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Record", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "WindCut Plus", then press

the Joystick.

6. To activate the windcut plus function, move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down

to select the windcut plus type, then press the Joystick.

"Off": Disables the function "Auto": Minimizes the wind noise while preserving voices. "On": Removes the low pitched wind noise.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

WindCut Plus ( "On" (

) or "Auto" ( )) indicator is displayed.

Make sure

windcut plus

is set to off when you want the microphone to be

as sensitive as possible.

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CUTTING WIND NOISE (WINDCUT PLUS)

BATT

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Audio Mode WindCut Plus Real Sterco

Camera Mode

Record

Rec Mode

Off Auto

✔ On

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The Real Stereo function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 Real stereo enhances the left and right input signals when using the internal microphone.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Record", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Real Stereo", then press the

Joystick.

To activate the Real Stereo function, move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to

select "On", then press the Joystick.

If you do not want to use the Real Stereo function, set the "Real Stereo" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button. Real Stereo ( ) indicator is displayed.

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SELECTING THE REAL STEREO FUNCTION (REAL STEREO)

advanced recording

BATT

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Audio Mode WindCut Plus Real Sterco

Camera Mode

Record

Rec Mode

Off

✔ On

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SETTING THE PROGRAM AE (PROGRAM AE)

The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 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.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Program AE", then press

the Joystick.

The available options are listed.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired program AE option,

then press the Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button. The indicator of the selected mode is displayed. When the "Auto" mode is selected, no indicator is displayed.

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Camera Mode

Camera

Program AE

�

Auto

� Auto � Off � On

�

Off

�

Off

Move Select Exit

White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS

Camera Mode

Camera

Program AE

✔ Auto

Sports Portrait Spotight Sand/Snow High Speed

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advanced recording

SETTING THE PROGRAM AE (PROGRAM AE)

Settings Contents

Auto balance between the subject and the background.

Auto

Sports

Portrait

Spotlight

Sand/ Snow

High

Speed

•

- To be used in normal conditions.

- The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.

- Reduces blurring when recording rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis games. If the Sports mode is used under a ﬂuorescent light, the image may ﬂicker. In this case, use the Auto mode for recording.

- Creates a shallow depth of ﬁeld so that the person or subject appears against a softened background.

The portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.

- The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/60 to 1/1000 per second.

- Prevents overexposure of subject’s face, etc. when strong light strikes the subject, as in a wedding or on stage.

- Prevents underexposure of subject’s face, etc. in a place where reﬂection of light is intense, such as at the beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.

- For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.

The Program AE function will not operate in EASY.Q mode. The Program AE cannot be set when the Shutter Speed or the Exposure is set to manual.

On-screen

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SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)

The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the object in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image color.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "White Balance", then press

the Joystick.

The available options are listed.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired white balance mode,

then press the Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button. The indicator of the selected mode is displayed. When the "Auto" mode is selected, no indicator is displayed.

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Camera

Program AE

�

Auto

� Auto � Off � On

�

Off

�

Off

Move Select Exit

White Balance Visual Effect 16:9 Wide Macro DIS

Camera Mode

Camera

Program AE

✔ Auto

Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Tungsten Custom WB

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Settings Contents

On-screen

display

Auto

This option is generally used to control the white balance automatically.

Daylight

This controls the white balance according to the outdoor ambience, especially for close up and when the subject is of one dominant color.

Cloudy

This option should be used when making a recording in cloudy weather.

Fluorescent

This option should be used when making a recording under white ﬂuorescent lights.

Tungsten

This option is for when there is less than 3200K of tungsten light being used.

Custom WB

You can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation

Setting the white balance manually :

1. Select "Custom WB". The indicator ( ) and the message "Set white balance" are displayed.

2. Frame a white object such as a piece of paper so that it ﬁlls the screen.

Use an object that is not transparent.

If the object that ﬁlls the screen is not focused, correct the focus using "Manual Focus"

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3. Press the Joystick. The white balance setting will be applied and indicator (

) is displayed.

The White Balance function will not operate in EASY.Q mode. It is recommended that you set "Digital Zoom" to "Off" before setting white balance. ➥page 57. Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change. During normal outdoor recording, setting to Auto may provide better results. Pressing the MENU button while setting the Custom WB will cancel the Custom WB setting and sets the White Balance to "Auto".

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The visual effect function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 The visual effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate visual effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 10 visual effect modes.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Visual Effect", then press

the Joystick.

The available options are listed.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired visual effect option,

then press the Joystick.

The display mode is set to the selected mode.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

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Settings Contents

Off

Art

Mosaic

Sepia

Negative

Mirror

BLK&WHT

Emboss1

Emboss2

Pastel1

Pastel2

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"Mirror" mode is not available in the "16:9 Wide" mode. Release the 16:9 Wide mode ﬁrst to set Mirror

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mode. Visual Effect modes are not available while EASY.Q is in use.

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The "Mosaic”, "Mirror", "Emboss2", "Pastel1" and "Pastel2" modes are not available while DIS or

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C.Nite is in use. (Once "DIS" or "C.Nite" is set, "Mosaic", "Mirror", "Emboss2", "Pastel1" or "Pastel2" mode will be released.) "Digital Zoom" is not available in the "Mosaic", "Mirror", "Emboss2" , "Pastel1" or "Pastel2" mode.

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Disables the function.

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

This mode reverses the colors, creating a negative image.

This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect.

This mode changes the images to black and white.

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing). This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing) on surrounding

area of an image. This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to an image. This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to the

surrounding area of an image.

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SETTING THE 16:9 WIDE MODE (16:9 WIDE)

The 16:9 wide function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 Recordings in 16:9 wide will play back naturally only when the TV supports the 16:9 aspect ratio. This product is set to 16:9 wide by the factory default.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼)

up or down to select "16:9 Wide", then press

the Joystick.

6. To activate the 16:9 wide function, move the Joystick (▲ / ▼)

up or down to

select "On", then press the Joystick.

If you do not want to use the 16:9 wide function, set the "16:9 Wide" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button. 16:9 wide indicator is displayed.

You cannot set the following functions in the 16:9 Wide mode. If you want to use the following functions, set the "16:9 Wide" menu to "Off" ﬁrst.

- "Mirror" (Visual Effect)

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USING THE TELE MACRO (MACRO)

Tele Macro function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 cm (19.7 inches) to 100 cm (39.4 inches).

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Macro", then press the

Joystick.

6. To activate the Macro function, move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select

"On", then press the Joystick.

If you do not want to use the Macro function, set the "Macro" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

Tele Macro (

) indicator is displayed.

When recording in Tele Macro mode, the focus speed may be slow. When you operate the zoom function in the Tele Macro mode, the recording subject may be out of focus. Use a tripod (not supplied) to prevent hand shake in the Tele Macro mode. Avoid shadows when recording in the Tele Macro mode. As the distance to the subject decreases, focusing area narrows. When you can not achieve proper focus, use the Joystick

(W/T)

or Zoom lever.

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SETTING THE DIGITAL IMAGE STABILIZER (DIS)

The DIS function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when:

- Recording with the zoom

- Recording a small object close-up

- Recording and walking at the same time

- Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "DIS", then press the Joystick.

6. To activate the DIS function, move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On",

then press the Joystick.

If you do not want to use the DIS function, set the "DIS" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button. DIS (

) indicator is displayed.

EASY.Q mode automatically sets the "DIS" to "On". You cannot set the following functions in the DIS mode. : "Mosaic", "Mirror", "Emboss2", "Pastel1", "Pastel2", "C.Nite",

"Digital Zoom"

Setting the DIS function in 16:9 Wide mode may produce lower quality than in normal mode. It is recommended that you deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod. If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate.

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BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18 Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:

- The subject is in front of a window.

- The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features.

- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

- The light sources are too bright.

- The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. P

ress the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press

the Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "BLC", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "On", then press the

Joystick.

If you do not want to use the BLC function, set the "BLC" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

BLC (

) indicator will be displayed.

This function will be set to "Off" in the EASY Q mode.

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ZOOMING IN AND OUT WITH DIGITAL ZOOM (DIGITAL ZOOM)

Maximum Digital Zoom works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 34x (the default setting) during recording. Up to 34x zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 1200x zoom is performed digitally. The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you digitally zoom in on the subject.

Selecting the Digital Zoom

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Digital Zoom", then press

the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired zoom value "Off",

"100x", "200x", "400x" or "1200x", then press the Joystick.

"Off" : Optical zoom is only available up to 34x.

7. To exit, press the MENU button. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down, or move the Zoom lever to use the digital zoom. The digital zoom indicator appears.

Maximum digital zooming may result in lower picture quality. You cannot set the Digital Zoom mode in the following modes. Please release these functions ﬁrst to set the Digital Zoom mode: "EASY.Q", "Mosaic", "Mirror",

"Emboss2", "Pastel1",

"Pastel2", "DIS"

The Digital Zoom mode does not work in the following situations:

- T

ape Photo Recording (When recording a photo image on a tape)

- While "EASY.Q", "Mosaic", "Mirror", "Emboss2", "Pastel1", "Pastel2" or "DIS" mode is in use.

When you set the DIS mode while Digital Zoom mode is in use, Digital Zoom mode

will be released. You cannot set the C.Nite mode while the Digital Zoom mode in use.

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Off 100x

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USING THE COLOR NITE (C.NITE)

C.Nite function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without compromising colors.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "C.Nite", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the C.Nite type, then press

the Joystick.

C.Nite type: "Off", "1/30", "1/15".

7. To exit, press the MENU button The indicator of the selected mode is displayed. When the "Off" mode is selected, no indicator is displayed.

When using C.Nite, the image takes on a slow motion like effect. When using C.Nite, the focus adjusts slowly and white dots may appear on the screen. This is not a defect. The C.Nite function does not work in the following situations:

- When DIS or EASY.Q is set. While using the C.Nite function, you can not use the following functions:

- "Program AE", "Mosaic", "Mirror", "Emboss2", "Pastel1",

"Pastel2", "BLC", "Digital Zoom", "Shutter", "Exposure"

- Tape Photo Recording If DIS is set, C.Nite mode will be released.

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USING THE LIGHT (LIGHT) (SC-D382/D383/D385 ONLY)

The Light function works only in Camera and M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 The Light function enables you to record a subject in a dark place without compromising colors. For example, you can make a satisfactorily recording of an outdoor gathering at night when you use this function.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Camera", then press the

Joystick or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Light", then press the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On", then press the Joystick.

To cancel the Light function, set the "Light" menu to "Off".

7. To exit, press the MENU button. Light (

) indicator will be displayed.

The light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may occur. Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the light, since it remains extremely hot for some time. Do not use near ﬂammable or explosive materials.

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RECORDING A PHOTO IMAGE ON A TAPE -TAPE PHOTO RECORDING

Tape photo recording works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18 You can record a photo image on a tape. The photo image is recorded and will take up a 6~7 second section of tape.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the PHOTO button. "

REC " is displayed on the LCD screen, the photo image is recorded

for about 6~7 seconds.

After the photo image has been recorded, the camcorder returns to its previous mode.

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Tape Photo Recording takes about six or seven seconds, and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. During the seven seconds, you cannot record another photo image. During the Tape Photo Recording, do not shake your camcorder. Mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the image. During the Tape Photo Recording, you can not set the following functions:

- "Visual Effect", "DIS" , "Digital Zoom", "C.Nite" (After tape photo recording, most functions return to the previous mode.) Tape Photo Recording does not work in the following situations:

- While recording movie images

- When "C.Nite" is set. Your camcorder can also record photo images on a memory card. ➥page 76 Press PHOTO button on the remote control. Pressing the PHOTO button on the remote control records the tape photo image with automatic focusing (SC-D382/D385 only)

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SEARCHING FOR A PHOTO IMAGE ON A TAPE (PHOTO SEARCH)

The photo search works only in Player mode. ➥page 18

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick

or move the Joystick () to the right.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Photo Search", then press the

Joystick

/ will ﬂicker on the LCD screen.

6. Move the Joystick (





) left or right to search the tape photo image. The photo search process appears while you are searching. After completing the search, the camcorder displays the tape photo image. When there are no photo images recorded on the tape, it will be fully rewound or forwarded.

7. To stop the

photo search

, move the Joystick down (▼)

press the

MENU button.

The remote control will help you search for a desired photo image. (SC-D382/D385 only)

- In STOP mode, press the PHOTO SEARCH button on the remote control. When the indictor blinks / on the screen, use the (rewind) or (fast forward) button to search for a desired image.

You can ﬁnd a photo image of your choice and copy it to the memory card. (SC-D383/D385 only)

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PLAYING BACK A TAPE ON THE LCD SCREEN

The playback function and speaker works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.

1. I

nsert the tape you wish to view.

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2. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

3. Press the MODE button to set Player (

4. O

pen the LCD screen.

Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or color if necessary.

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5. Press the Joystick, then move the Joystick (/) left or right to rewind or forward the tape to the starting point.

To stop rewinding or forwarding, move the Joystick down (). The camcorder stops automatically after rewinding or forwarding is completed.

6. P

ress the Joystick to start playback.

You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD screen. To stop the play operation, move the Joystick down ().

Adjusting the LCD Bright / LCD Color during Playback

You can adjust the LCD bright/LCD color during playback. The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in Camera mode. ➥page 31

Adjusting the Volume

When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in speaker.

- Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the camcorder.

When sound is heard once the tape is in play, use the Zoom(VOL) lever to adjust the volume.

- A volume level display will appear on the LCD screen.

- Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between "00" to "19".

- If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker. When the Audio/Video cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the built-In speaker and cannot adjust the volume.

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VARIOUS FUNCTIONS WHILE IN PLAYER MODE

This function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 The PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, FF and REW buttons are located on the remote control (SC-D382/D385 only), all of whose functions can also be operated with the Joystick (▲/▼//) on the camcorder. The F.ADV (Frame advance), X2 and SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only. (SC-D382/D385 only) To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in pause or slow modes for more than 3 minutes.

Playback/Pause

Press the Joystick during playback. To resume playback, press the Joystick. (Press the (PLAY) or

❙❙

(PAUSE) button on the remote control.)

Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

Move the Joystick (/) left or right during playback or pause mode. To resume normal playback, press the Joystick. (Press the (REW) / (FF) buttons on the remote control.)

Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (SC-D382/D385 only)

Forward Slow Playback

- Press the (SLOW) button on the remote control during playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY) button. Reverse Slow Playback

- Press the



❙❙

(-) button during forward slow playback.

- To resume forward slow playback, press the

❙❙



(+) button.

- T

o resume normal playback, press the



(PLAY) button.

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Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (SC-D382/D385 only)

Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in pause mode.

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- Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the F.ADV button or

The F.ADV function works in pause mode only.

To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY) button.

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Forward frame advance.

Press the F.ADV button or

Reverse frame advance

Press the mode.



❙❙

(-) button on the remote control to change the direction in F.ADV

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) (SC-D382/D385 only)

Forward X2 Playback

•

- Press the To resume normal playback, press the

Reverse X2 Playback

•

- Press the

- To resume normal playback, press the

X2 button on the remote control during playback.

❙❙

(-) button during forward X2 playback.



Reverse Playback (SC-D382/D385 only)

To play back in reverse at normal speed, press the

•

playback. Press the (PLAY) button or

•

Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in some of the various playback modes.

•

Mosaic shaped distortion or noise may be experienced when you play back tapes recorded in LP which contain various playback functions. Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback.

•

To activate the remote control, set "

•

❙❙

(+) button on the remote control in pause mode.



(PLAY) button.



(PLAY) button.



❙❙

(-) button on the remote control during normal forward



❙❙

(+) button to return to normal forward playback.



Remote" to "On". ➥page 25

(SC-D382/D385 only)

❙❙

(+) button.



<SC-D382/D385 only>

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AUDIO DUBBING (SC-D382/D385 ONLY)

This feature enables you to dub your voice through the internal microphone or other audio equipment connected to the camcorder onto a pre-recorded camcorder tape. The original sound on the tape will not be erased. The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Move the Joystick (/) left or right and ﬁnd the time frame of the scene to be dubbed.

4. Press the Joystick to playback, and press it again to pause the scene.

If you want to resume to playback, just press the Joystick again on playback.

5. Press the A.DUB button on the remote control.

Audio dubbing (

) indicator is displayed.

The camcorder is ready for dubbing.

6. Press the (PLAY) button (on the remote control) or Joystick to start dubbing.

Press the ■ (STOP) button (on the remote control) or

move the Joystick down

(▼)

to stop the dubbing.

You can not use the Audio Dubbing function while playing a write protected video tape.

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playback

DUBBED AUDIO PLAYBACK (AUDIO SELECT)

The dubbed Audio playback function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick

or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Audio Select", then press

the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select the audio playback channel,

then press the Joystick.

"Sound[1]" : Plays the original sound. "Sound[2]" : Plays the dubbed sound. "MIX[1+2]" : Plays back sound 1 and 2 equally mixed.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

8. Press the Joystick to play back the dubbed tape.

To stop the dubbed audio playback, move the Joystick down (

▼

)

When you play back added sound "Sound[2]" or "MIX[1+2]", you may experience a loss of sound quality.

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Player Mode

Photo Search

Tape

� Sound[1] � Off

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Photo Copy Audio Select Audio Effect

Player Mode

Photo Search

Tape

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Audio effect function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 Audio effect provides various playback effects to audio signals stored on a tape.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Insert the recorded tape and press the MENU button.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick

or move the Joystick () to the right.

5. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Audio Effect", then press

the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select the audio effect channel, then

press the Joystick.

"Off": Disables the function. "Voice": Highlights the human voice. "Music": Highlights the sound by enhancing the bass and treble. "Wide": Magniﬁes the stereo effect by enhancing the left and right sounds. "Echo": Gives an echo effect.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

We recommended connecting to external stereo devices (TV, speakers) for better audio effects. Audio effect function is not available with DV connection.

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AUDIO EFFECT

Move Select Exit

Photo Copy Audio Select Audio Effect

Player Mode

Photo Search

Tape

Off

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PLAYING BACK A TAPE ON A TV SCREEN

The playback function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18

To play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible.

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We recommend that you use the AC power adapter as the power source for the camcorder.

Connecting to a TV that has Audio/Video Input Jacks

1. Connect the camcorder to your TV with the Audio/Video cable.

The yellow jack: Video The white jack: Audio(L)-mono The red jack: Audio(R) If you connect to a mono TV, connect the yellow jack

(Video) to the video input

of the TV and the white jack

(Audio L) to

the audio input of the TV.

2. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

Press the MODE button to set Player ( ).

4. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to Video.

Refer to the TV user’s manual.

5. P

lay the tape.

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If you connect the cable to the AV jack, you will not hear sound from the camcorder's speaker.

•

connection

MODE

POWER

CHG

Camcorder

Audio/Video Cable

Signal flow

AV Jack

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Connecting to a TV that has no Audio/Video Input Jacks

You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR.

1. Connect the camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable. The yellow jack: Video The white jack: Audio(L) - mono The red jack: Audio(R)

2. C

onnect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the Select switch to TAPE.

(SC-D383/D385 only)

4. P

ress the MODE button to set Player (

5. T

urn on both the TV and VCR.

Set the input selector on the VCR to line. Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set.

6. P

lay the tape.

Play back the tape

1. Connect a power source.

2. Insert the tape you wish to play back.

3. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

4. Press the MODE button to set Player (

5. Move the Joystick (/) left or right, ﬁnd the ﬁrst position you wish to play back.

6. P

ress the Joystick.

The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds. If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically.

7. To stop the playback, move the Joystick down (

▼

)

The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically. If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).

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CHG

Audio/Video Cable

Signal flow

VCR

Camcorder

Antenna

AV Jack

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The copying function works only in Player Mode. ➥ page 18 Connect your camcorder to a VCR using the AV jack to copy the recording from a camcorder tape onto a VCR tape.

1. Insert the tape you want to copy in your camcorder.

2. Set the Select switch to TAPE.

(SC-D383/D385 only)

3. Press the MODE button to set

Player (

4. Insert a new video tape in your VCR.

5. Connect the camcorder to your VCR with

the Audio/Video cable.

Connect the Audio/Video cable to the input jack on your VCR. The yellow jack: Video The white jack: Audio(L)-mono The red jack: Audio(R)

6. Press the Record button on your VCR to

start recording.

7. Play the tape on your camcorder. Please refer to page 69 to see how to play a tape. if you do not want to copy the screen display, set the "TV Display" to "Off" in the menu.

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When Copying is Complete:

Stop recording on your VCR, then move the Joystick down (

▼

)

on your camcorder.

If you operate the camcorder while connected to another device, always connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC power adapter. You can also copy images to other external storage media (such as a DVD Recorder) using this camcorder.

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COPYING A CAMCORDER TAPE ONTO A VIDEO TAPE

connection

MODE

POWER

CHG

Audio/Video Cable

Signal flow

VCR

Camcorder

AV Jack

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USING THE VOICE+ FUNCTION

The Voice+ function works only in Player mode. ➥ page 18 When copying (dubbing) a tape recorded on the camcorder to another AV device, you can dub your voice through the camcorder's internal microphone to the device, instead of the existing audio on the recorded tape.

Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the AV Jack of the camcorder.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the

VCR/DVD Recorder/TV by matching the colors of the terminals.

3. Set the Select switch to

TAPE

(SC-D383/D385 only)

4. Press the MODE button to set

Player (

5. Insert the tape you wish to play back

in this camcorder.

Press the Recording start/stop button

at a desired point during playback.

Voice+ (

) indicator is displayed on the screen and "VOICE+" will ﬂicker on the screen for a while. Sound incoming from the internal microphone will be transferred to the connected AV device, instead of the pre-recorded sound on the tape.

To cancel the function, press the Recording start/stop button again.

Voice+ is available only when the Audio/Video cable is connected. If a different cable (DV or USB cable (SC-D383/D385 only)) is connected, Voice+ function may not operate properly. If you move the Joystick (///) when you operate Voice+ function, Voice+ function will be deactivated. During the Voice+ process, the MENU and PHOTO button functions do not work. The Voice+ function does not affect the original sound on the recorded tape. Sound is transferred from the internal microphone on this camcorder to the connected AV device, when using the Voice+ function. So make sure that this microphone is not blocked. Adjust the sound volume on the connected external device. (TV, etc.) Feedback may occur if you move the camcorder too close to the speaker of the external device. Before connecting, make sure that the volume on the external device is turned down. Forgetting this may cause feedback from the external device's speakers.

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MODE

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CHG

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USING A MEMORY CARD (USABLE MEMORY CARD) (NOT SUPPLIED)

This camcorder can use SD memory cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. The

memory card

stores and manages images recorded by the camcorder.

Before inserting or ejecting the

memory card

, turn the miniDV camcorder off.

Memory Card Functions

Recording/Viewing Images. Protecting Images from accidental erasure. (except MMC) The MMC does not have a protection tab. When using the MMC, be careful not to edit or delete data by mistake. Deleting images stored in memory card Marking photo images with print Information Formatting memory cards

Inserting a Memory Card

1. Open the memory card cover.

2. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks.

3. Close the memory card cover.

Ejecting a Memory Card

1. Open the memory card cover.

2. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out.

3. Pull the memory card out of the slot and close the memory card cover.

•

* 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes; actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal ﬁrmware uses a portion of the

memory.

Terminals

Protection Tab

Label

MMC/SD

Protection Tab

Adapter

RS MMC/Mini SD

* RS MMC or Mini SD should be inserted

by using an Adapter (not supplied)

POWER

BATT.

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Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the memory card. Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing a photo image or formatting the memory card. Turn the power off before you insert or eject the memory card to avoid losing data. Do not place the memory card near a strong electro-magnetic device. Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the memory card. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to memory card. After removing the memory card from the camcorder, keep it in a soft case to prevent static shock. The data stored on the memory card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair. Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. RS-MMC or Mini SD should be inserted by using the Adaptor (not supplied). In M.Cam or M.Player mode, the 16:9 wide mode is not supported. The wide screen only displays in the aspect ratio of 4:3. The camcorder supports up to 2GB SD/MMC. SD/MMC above 2GB may not record or play properly.

•

• The folder and ﬁle structure for the memory card is as follows:

• Do not arbitrarily change or remove the folder or ﬁle name. It may not be playable.

• The ﬁle naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System).

Image conﬁguration ﬁle 1

This is where data for photo ﬁles such as DPOF are stored.

Movie image ﬁle 2

The movie images are formatted with a ﬁle name as follows: SMOV_####.AVI. The ﬁle number automatically increases when a new movie image ﬁle is created. When the number of ﬁles exceeds 99, a new folder is created and it is stored as 101SSMOV.

Photo image ﬁle 3

As with movie image ﬁles, the ﬁle number automatically increases when a new image ﬁle is created. When the number of photo images exceeds 99, a new folder is created. A new folder stores ﬁles from DCAM_0001.JPG. The folder name increases in the order of 100SSDVC 101 SSDVC, etc.

STRUCTURE OF FOLDERS AND FILES ON THE MEMORY CARD

MSAMSUNG

DCIM

MISC

SSMOV

100SSMOV SMOV0001.AVI SMOV0002.AVI

100SSDVC DCAM0001.JPG DCAM0002.JPG

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Image format

Photo image

• Photo images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.

• The ﬁle extension is ".JPG"

• The image size is 800x600. ➥page 76 (Tape Capture 640x480)

Movie image

• Images are compressed in MPEG4 (Moving Picture Experts Group) format.

• The ﬁle extension is ".AVI"

• The picture size is 720X480. ➥page 82

Up to 99 ﬁles are created in one folder. New folder is created when more than 99 ﬁles are created.

•

You may modify the name of a ﬁle/folder stored in the memory card) using a PC.

•

This camcorder may not recognize modiﬁed ﬁles.

Number of Images on the Memory Card

Photo Size 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

800x600 Approx. 600 Approx. 1200 Approx. 2400 Approx. 4830 Approx. 9740

The number of images that can be stored on a memory card depends on various conditions.

•

Photo images (JPEG) can be stored in the memory card up to 20,000 ﬁles.

•

Recording time available on a Memory Card

128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

Moving image

These times are approximate as recording capacities can be affected by variables such as subject

•

matter and memory card type.

Approx.

8min

Approx.

16min

Approx.

32min

Approx.

64min

Approx.

120min

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SETTING THE FILE NUMBER (FILE NO.)

File number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ➥page 18 File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the memory card. File numbers may be set as follows:

- "Series": When there are existing ﬁles, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.

- "Reset": When there are no ﬁles stored on the memory card, the ﬁle numbering

starts from 0001.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "File No.", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the desired option "Series"

or "Reset", then press the Joystick.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

When you set "File No." to "Series", each ﬁle is assigned with a different number so as to avoid duplicating ﬁle names. It is convenient when you want to manage your ﬁles on a PC.

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�

Super Fine

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File No.

�

Series

Move Select Exit

M.Cam Mode

File No.

Memory

✔

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TAKING A PHOTO IMAGE (JPEG) ON THE MEMORY CARD

You may take photo images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on the memory card.

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You can take photo images using the remote control.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

After framing your object to record, fully press the PHOTO button to take the picture.

The picture is taken and saved into the memory card within a few seconds. Taking another picture within this interval is not possible. A shutter sound is heard. When the " " indicator disappears, the photo image has been recorded.

Photo images are saved more widely than have been taken in LCD screen when taking a photo. Photo images are saved in the memory card in 800x600 format. The number of photo images that can be stored depends on the quality of the image. Up to 20,000 photo images (JPEG) can be stored in a memory card. The photo images that you recorded are saved in JPEG ﬁle format on the memory card. In M.Cam or M.Player mode, the 16:9 wide mode is not supported. The wide mode only displays in the 4:3 aspect ratio. Audio will not be recorded with the photo image on the memory card. Do not operate the POWER switch or remove the memory card while recording photo images. Doing so may damage the memory card.

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VIEWING PHOTO IMAGES (JPEG)

This function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 You can play back and view photo images recorded on the memory card. Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the menu.

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1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Memory", then press the Joystick.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "M.Play Select", then press the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Photo", then press the Joystick.

7. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.

To view a Single Image

Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to search for the desired photo image.

To view the next image: Move the Joystick (



) to the

right.

To view the previous image: Move the Joystick (



) to the

left.

Press and hold the Joystick (





) to either the left or right to quickly scan for a photo

image.

•

To view a Slide Show

Press the Joystick.

"Slide" is displayed. The Slide Show will start from the current picture.

All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each.

To stop the slide show, press the Joystick again.

To view the Multi Display

If you move the Joystick down (



) (

)

, you will see a message of "Please wait.."

and 6 photo images will appear on the screen in a moment.

To display the previous six images, press and hold the Joystick () for about 3 seconds. To display the next six images, press and hold the Joystick () button for about 3 seconds. Move the Joystick (

///

)

to search for the desired photo image.

To return to single playback mode, press the Joystick again.

Selected picture is displayed in full screen.

Any large sized image taken with another device will be displayed as a thumbnail image.

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Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

✔

Photo

Movie

Memory

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PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE (PROTECT)

The Protection function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you format the camcorder, all images including protected images will be erased.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

). The last recorded image appears. If there are no recorded images on the memory card, "No image!" is displayed.

3. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to search for the photo image that you want

to protect.

4. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Protect", then press the

Joystick.

Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "On", then press the Joystick.

8. To exit, press the MENU button.

Protection (

) indicator is displayed.

If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to LOCK, you cannot set image protection. Protected images can not be removed in any way even by executing the "Delete All" command in the menu.

•

Move Select Exit

Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

Memory

Off

✔

1/3

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DELETING PHOTO IMAGES AND MOVING IMAGES (DELETE)

The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the memory card. To delete a protected image, ﬁrst cancel image protection. Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images carefully before deleting them.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

). The last recorded image appears. If there are no recorded images on the memory card, "No image!" is displayed.

Move the Joystick (/



)

left or right, search for the photo image that you want to delete.

4. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Delete", then press the

Joystick.

A message "Do you want to delete?" is displayed.

7. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to select "Yes" or "No", then press the

Joystick.

Using the Joystick

You can directly access the delete function using the Joystick.

1. Move up the Joystick (

▲

)

to select "Delete ( )".

A message "Do you want to delete?" is displayed.

2. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to select "Yes" or "No", then press the Joystick.

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Move Select Exit

Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

Memory

12:00 1.JAN.2008

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Slide

640X480

1/3

100-0001

Yes No

Do you want to delete?

640X480

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Deleting All Images at Once

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

). The last recorded image appears. If there are no recorded images on the memory card, "No image!" is displayed.

3. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right, search for the photo image that you

want to delete.

4. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Delete All", then press the

Joystick.

A message "Do you want to delete all?" is displayed.

7. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to select "Yes" or "No", then press the

Joystick.

8. To exit, press the MENU button.

When there is no stored picture on the memory card, the message "No image!" will be displayed. If an erroneous image ﬁle is found on the memory card, the message "Memory Card Error!" will be displayed

. It may be caused by copying images from different digital devices. To protect important pictures from accidental deletion, activate the image protection.

➥

page 78 You can use the format functions to completely delete all images and options on the memory card, including protected images. ➥page 81 Deleting all ﬁles using the "Delete All" menu may take a while. To delete all ﬁles much faster, format the memory card after backing up the ﬁles onto another storage device.

•

Move Select Exit

Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

Memory

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Slide

640X480

1/3

100-0001

Yes No

Do you want to delete all?

640X480

100-0001

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Slide

1/3

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FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD (FORMAT)

The format function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 You can use the format functions to completely delete all images and options on the memory card, including protected images. The format function restores the memory card to its initial state.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Format", then press the

Joystick.

A message "All ﬁles will be deleted! Do you want to format?" is displayed.

6. Move the Joystick (





)

left or right to select "Yes" or "No", then press the

Joystick.

"Complete!" is displayed when the format is completed.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

If you execute the format function, all photo images/moving images will be erased completely and cannot be recovered. Formatting the

memory card

using a different device will cause

memory card

read errors. Do not turn the power off in the middle of the formatting. A

memory card

with the protection tab set to save will not be formatted. ➥page 72 Do not format the memory card on a PC. "Not formatted!" message may appear if a memory card formatted on a PC is inserted in the camcorder.

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M.Play Select

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1/3

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digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only)

RECORDING MOVING IMAGES (MPEG) ON A MEMORY CARD

You may record moving images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on a memory card. ➥page 18 You can record moving images with audio on a memory card. The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X480. Recording time available on a memory card. ➥page 74

Saving moving images onto a Memory Card

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Camera (

3. Press the Recording start/stop button, the moving images are recorded on the memory card in MPEG4.

"REC

●

" is displayed on the LCD screen. You can record a photo image on memory card by pressing the PHOTO button instead of the Recording start/stop button. ➥page 76

4. Press the Recording start/stop button to stop the recording.

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RECORDING MOVING IMAGES (MPEG) ON A MEMORY CARD

Up to 2000 MPEG ﬁles can be stored on a memory card.

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MPEG ﬁles (moving images) can be recorded up to 2 GB per a moving ﬁle.

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Before using the recording a moving image function, check whether the memory card is inserted into the

•

camcorder. MENU button is not available while recording a moving image. To use MENU button, stop recording.

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Recording a moving image is not available when a MENU is displayed on the screen. To start recording, press the MENU button to make the menu disappear. Moving images that you recorded are saved in *.avi (avi 1.0) ﬁle format on the memory card.

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The moving images on a memory card are a smaller size and lower deﬁnition than images on tape.

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The sound is recorded in mono.

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The following functions can not be performed in M.Cam mode. "DIS", "Digital Zoom", "Fade",

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"Program AE", "Visual Effect","16:9 Wide","C.Nite" While recording on a memory card, don’t insert or eject the tape as it may record noise.

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While recording on a memory card, don’t eject the memory card or it may break the data on the memory

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card or memory card itself. Turning the power off while accessing the memory card may damage the data stored on the memory card.

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PLAYING THE MOVING IMAGES (MPEG) ON A MEMORY CARD (M.PLAY SELECT)

The moving Images playback function works only in M. Player mode. ➥page 18 You can play the moving images on a memory card. The playback picture will be of higher quality if it is viewed on a PC rather than on a TV.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. P

ress the MODE button

to set Player ( ).

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "Memory", then press the Joystick.

Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼) up or down to select "M.Play Select", then press the Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼)

up or down to select "Movie", then press the Joystick.

7. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.

8. Move the Joystick (





)

to search for the desired moving image, then press the Joystick.

The moving images recorded on the memory card will be played back.

9. To stop the playback, move the Joystick down (



)

. Use the Zoom lever to adjust the volume in STOP mode. Move the Joystick (

) down in STOP mode.

- You will see a message of "Please wait.." and thumbnails of 6 moving images will

appear moment.

Move the Joystick (

///

) to search for the desired moving image, then press the

Joystick.

Use the Joystick to enjoy various playback operations.

- Press the Joystick to pause or play back.

- Move the Joystick right or left to search during playback or pause mode.

The MENU button is not available during moving image playback. To use the MENU button, stop playback. Moving image playback is not available when a MENU is displayed on the screen. To start playback, press MENU button to make it disappear. There may be broken or mosaic pictures while playing the moving images, but it is not a malfunction. The moving images that you recorded on the memory card may not play on other manufacturer’s equipment. The moving images recorded by another camcorder may not play on this camcorder. To play back moving images on a PC, the video codec (in the CD provided with the camcorder) should be installed.

- Y

ou need Microsoft Windows Media Player version 9 or higher version in order to play moving

images on the memory card on your PC.

- Y

ou can download Microsoft Windows Media Player with your desired language from the Microsoft

website, "http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/default.asp".

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Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect

Print Mark

Format

✔

Photo

Movie

Memory

100-0007 1/3

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RECORDING AN IMAGE FROM A TAPE AS A PHOTO IMAGE

This function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 Your camcorder can read moving image data recorded on a tape, and record it as a photo image on a memory card.

Before operation

Insert a recorded tape and a memory card into your camcorder.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Press the Joystick, playback the cassette. The image recorded on the tape is played back.

4. Press the PHOTO button. The photo image is recorded on the memory card. During the time it takes to save an image, the playback screen is paused and the OSD is displayed.

5. When you ﬁnish the recording, move the Joystick down

(▼)

to stop recording

and switch the mode to M. Player : Card to see your Photo.

➥

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Photo images copied from the cassette to the memory card are saved in 640x480 format. Number of images you can save varies depending on the image resolution.

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digital still camera mode (SC-D383/D385 only)

COPYING A PHOTO IMAGE FROM A TAPE TO A MEMORY CARD (PHOTO COPY)

The photo copy function works only in Player mode. ➥page 18 Using the search function, you can automatically take photo images from tapes recorded in your miniDV camcorder and record them on a memory card in sequence.

Before operation

Insert a tape recorded in your miniDV camcorder and rewind the tape. Insert a memory card into your camcorder.

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Tape", then press the Joystick.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Photo Copy", then press

the Joystick.

All photo images recorded on the cassette tape will be copied onto a memory card.

6. The camcorder automatically performs the photo image search to ﬁnd photo

images and copy starts.

7. Move the Joystick down

(▼)

to stop copying.

Copy stops when the cassette is ﬁnished or memory card is full.

8. Switch to the M.Player mode before you can see the photo image.

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The last photo image of the tape-recorded will be displayed.

Photo images copied from the cassette to the memory card are saved in 640x480 format. Even when you have copied the photo images recorded on the tape into the memory card, they still remain on the tape.

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Photo Copy Audio Select Audio Effect

Player Mode

Photo Search

Tape

16Bit

W T

10Sec

No Tape !

1/50

57min

0:03:30:23

Photo Cooy

Exit

Back

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MARKING IMAGES FOR PRINTING (PRINT MARK)

The print mark function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. You can automatically print images recorded on a memory card with a printer supporting DPOF. Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the menu. ➥page 77 There are 2 ways to make a print mark.

- "This File": You can set a print mark on the image displayed on the LCD screen. Up to 999 copies can be set to print of one image.

- "All Files": To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images.

1. Set the Select switch to CARD.

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

The last recorded image appears.

Move the Joystick (/) left or right to search for the photo image that you want to mark.

4. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Memory", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Print Mark", then press the

Joystick.

7. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select the desired option "All Off",

"This File" or "All Files", then press the Joystick.

8. If you select "This File", move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select the

quantity, then press the Joystick.

9. To exit, press the MENU button. Print mark (

) indicator and number of prints are displayed.

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Removing the Print Mark

To remove all Print Marks, select "All Off". To remove an individual ﬁle’s Print Mark, select the ﬁle and set "This File" to "000".

If the Print Mark is set to "This File", you can set the number of copies from "000" to "999". If the Print Mark is set to "All Files", you can set the number of copies to "001". The "All Files" option may require extended operation time depending on the number of stored images. DPOF supported printers are commercially available.

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Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

Memory

�

Photo

�

Off

002

800X600

100-0001

✔

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Delete

M.Player Mode

M.Play Select

Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

Memory

All Off

All Files

This File 002

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PRINTING YOUR PICTURES – USING THE PICTBRIDGE

PictBridgeTM function works only in M.Player mode. ➥page 18 By connecting the camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. With the PictBridge support, you can control the printer directly through your camcorder in order to print out stored pictures. For direct printing of your stored pictures using the PictBridge function, you must connect your camcorder to a PictBridge printer using a USB cable.

Connecting To a Printer

1. Turn your printer's power off.

2. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn on the power and set the

Select switch to CARD.

3. Press the MODE button to set Player (

4. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

5. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "System", then press the

Joystick.

6. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "USB Connect", then press

the Joystick.

7. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select "Printer", then press the

Joystick.

"Computer": Connect to a computer. "Printer": Connect to a printer.

(To use the PictBridge function, connect to a printer.)

8. Connect your camcorder to the printer using the provided USB cable.

9. Turn your printer power on.

The PictBridge menu screen appears automatically after a short period. The cursor highlights "Print".

•

pictbridgeTM

(SC-D383/D385 only)

MODE

DC IN

POWER

CHG

Move Select Exit

Remote

M.Player Mode

Clock Set

Beep Sound USB Connect Language

System

Computer

✔

Printer

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Remote

M.Player Mode

Clock Set

Beep Sound USB Connect Language

System

�

Computer

�

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Selecting Images

Move the Joystick (/



)

left or right to select an image to print. Each press of the MENU button toggles between turning PictBridge menu screen on or off.

Setting the Number of Prints

1. Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Copies", then press the Joystick.

2. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to set the number of prints, then press

the Joystick.

Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option

1. Move the Joystick (▲ / ▼)

up or down to select "Date/Time", then press the

Joystick.

2. Move the Joystick (

▲ / ▼

)

up or down to select the Date/Time display type,

then press the Joystick.

Date/Time display type: "Off", "Date", "Time", "Date&Time"

Printing Images

Move the Joystick (▲ /

▼

)

up or down to select "Print", then press the Joystick,

and selected image ﬁles will be printed.

Canceling the Printing

To cancel the image printing, press Joystick again. The message "Cancel" appears and the image printing will be canceled.

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The Date/Time Imprint option may not be supported by all printers. Check with your printer manufacturer. The "Date/Time" menu cannot be setup if the printer does not support this option. The PictBridgeTM is a registered trademark of CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association), an image transfer standard developed by Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Seiko Epson, and Sony. PictBridge supporting printers are commercially available. Use the USB cable provided with the camcorder. Use the AC power adapter for your camcorder during PictBridge Direct Printing. Turning your camcorder off during printing might damage data on the memory card. Printing photo images is supported. Moving images are not available for printing. You can set various printing options depending on the printer. Please refer to the user’s manual of the printer for details.

•

Move Select Exit

Copies

M.Player Mode

Date/Time

02Num.

Move Select Exit

Copies

M.Player Mode

Date/Time

Off

✔

Date Time Date&Time

Cancel 100-0022

800x600

Now printing... [01/01]

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IEEE 1394 data transfer

TRANSFERRING IEEE1394 (I.LINK)-DV STANDARD DATA CONNECTIONS

Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.)

Connecting to other standard DV products.

•

- A standard DV connection is quite simple.

- If a device has a DV jack, you can transfer data from this camcorder to it by connecting to the DV jack using the correct DV cable (not supplied).

- This camcorder has a 4-pin jack. To connect to a DV device (such as a DVD camcorder) which has a 6-pin jack, use a DV 4-pin-to-6pin cable. To connect to another device which has a 4-pin jack, use a DV 4-pin-to4pin cable.

With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images to

•

be transferred.

Connecting to a PC

If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install an IEEE 1394 add-on card into the PC. (not supplied)

•

The frame rate for moving images is dependent on the capacity of the PC.

•

System Requirements

CPU: faster Intel® Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible.

•

Operating system: Windows® 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, VISTA, Mac OS (9.1~10.4)

•

Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM

•

IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card

•

Operation is not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.

•

IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

•

A DV device that does not comply with the DV standard speciﬁcation may not supported.

•

Refer to the product documentation of the device to be connected for further details on notes and compatible software applications.

WARNING

Please be careful since there are two types of DV jacks (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin jack.

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Recording with a DV Connection Cable

MODE

POWER

CHG

VOL

1. Set the Select switch to TAPE. (SC-D383/D385 only)

2. Press the MODE button to set Player (

3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the

DV jack of the camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device.

Make sure that (

•

Press the Recording start/stop button to

) is displayed.

begin REC PAUSE mode.

"PAUSE" is displayed.

•

5. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.

6. Press the R

ecording start/stop button to start

recording.

If you want to pause recording momentarily,

•

press the Recording start/stop button again.

7. To stop recording, move the Joystick down (

When you transmit data from the camcorder to another DV device, some functions may not work.

•

If this occurs, please reconnect the DV cable or turn the power OFF and ON again. When you transmit data from the camcorder to PC, PC function button is not available in M.Player mode.

•

(SC-D383/D385 only) Do not use another DV device when using IEEE1394.

•

Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB (SC-D383/D385 only) cables. It may not operate properly.

•

The IEEE1394 cable (DV cable) is sold separately.

•

Moving image software is commercially available.

•

Most DV enabled PCs have a 6 pin jack. In this case, a 6pin/4pin cable is required for the connection.

•

Most DV enabled notebooks and Laptops have a 4 pin socket. Use a 4pin/4pin cable for the connection.

•

DIS and C.Nite features are not available when in DV (IEEE1394) mode.

•

If DV (IEEE1394) mode is set, DIS and C.Nite modes will be released. Search (Forward/Reverse) (camera mode) is not available when in DV (IEEE1394) mode.

•

When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven, however

•

recorded pictures will not be affected.

)



DV Jack

IEEE1394 cable

(DV cable)

Camcorder

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USB interface (SC-D383/D385 only)

USING USB INTERFACE

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC speciﬁcation)

•

You can transfer a recorded ﬁle on a Memory Card to your PC via a USB connection.

•

If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0) supplied with the

•

Camcorder.

USB Connection Speed depending on the System

High speed USB connection is supported by Microsoft (Windows) device drivers only.

Windows 2000 - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 4 or later installed.

•

Windows XP - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.

•

Windows VISTA - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.

•

System Requirements

Windows System CPU Intel® Pentium 4™, 2GHz OS(Operating System) Windows® 2000/XP/VISTA

Memory 512MB HDD capacity 2GB or more Resolution 1024 x 768 dots 24bit Color USB USB2.0 High Speed

USB interface is not supported on Macintosh operating systems.

•

System requirements mentioned above are recommendations. Even on a system that satisﬁes the requirements

•

may not ensure the operation depending on the system.

* Standard installation is recommended.

Operation may not assured if the above OS has been

upgraded.

Samsung SC-D382-XAA User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

key features of your miniDV camcorder

FEATURES OF YOUR NEW MINIDV CAMCORDER

safety warnings

important safety instructions

NOTES REGARDING THE LCD SCREEN

SERVICING & REPLACEMENT PARTS

NOTES REGARDING CAMCORDER

contents

getting to know your miniDV camcorder

WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER

FRONT & LEFT VIEW

RIGHT & TOP VIEW

REAR & BOTTOM VIEW

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (SC-D382/D385 only)

SCREEN INDICATORS IN CAMERA / PLAYER MODES

SCREEN INDICATORS IN M.CAM / M.PLAYER MODES (SC-D383/D385 ONLY)

HANDLING QUICK MENUS WITH THE JOYSTICK

RECORDING MOVING IMAGES (MPEG) ON A MEMORY CARD

IEEE 1394 data transfer

USB interface (SC-D383/D385 only)

USING USB INTERFACE