Samsung SC-D6550 User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Owner’s Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read this
Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.

AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display

SC-D6550

US PATENT 4415844

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Notices and Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying
this product.

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot and fully insert.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS:

All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the CAMCORDER is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS:

All warnings on the CAMCORDER and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:

All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING:

Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a dry cloth used for dusting cabinets.

6. ATTACHMENTS:

Do not use attachments not recommended by the CAMCORDER
product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE:

Do not use this CAMCORDER near water;
for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or lake.

8. ACCESSORIES:

Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table. The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the unit.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the CAMCORDER. Any mounting
of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)

CAUTION

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9. VENTILATION:

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to
ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it
from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
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.

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)

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14. LIGHTNING:

For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning
storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning
and power-line surges.

15. 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.

16. OVERLOADING:

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

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. 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.
b. 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.

20. 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.

21. 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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22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard,

do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

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

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention
to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.

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:

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.

FCC ID : A3L05GAMMA3

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
(2) This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

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Notes and Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................................... 8

Getting to Know Your Camcorder ............................................................................................................................. 13

The Camcorder : System Menu Setting ..................................................................................................................... 29

Preparation .................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ......................................................................................................................................................................................14

Front & Left View........................................................................................................................................................................................................................15

Left Side View.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................16

Right & Top View........................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

Rear & Bottom View...................................................................................................................................................................................................................18

Remote Control ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................19

Adjusting the Hand Strap ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................20

Hand Strap........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Shoulder Strap ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................20

Attaching the Lens Cover .....................................................................................................................................................................................................20

Lithium Battery Installation .........................................................................................................................................................................................................21

Battery Installation for the Internal Clock .............................................................................................................................................................................21

Battery Installation for the Remote Control ..........................................................................................................................................................................21

Connecting a Power Source ......................................................................................................................................................................................................22

To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable .....................................................................................................................................................................22

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack............................................................................................................................................................................................23

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ................................................................................................................................................................................23

Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type ...........................................................................................................................24

Battery Level Display............................................................................................................................................................................................................25

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ..........................................................................................................................................................................25

OSD (On Screen Display) in REC/PLAY Modes.......................................................................................................................................................................26

OSD (On Screen Display) in (Program)/ (Play) Modes.................................................................................................................................................27

Using the Joystick ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................28

Selecting the OSD Language ...................................................................................................................................................................................................29

Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................30

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)....................................................................................................................................................31

Setting the Beep Sound .............................................................................................................................................................................................................32

Viewing the Demonstration ........................................................................................................................................................................................................33

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The Camcorder : Basic Recording .............................................................................................................................. 37

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording....................................................................................................................... 50

The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting...................................................................................................................... 34

Adjusting the LCD Screen..........................................................................................................................................................................................................34

Displaying the Date/Time ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................35

Setting the TV Display................................................................................................................................................................................................................36

Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................37

Adjusting the Focus..............................................................................................................................................................................................................37

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ..............................................................................................................................................................................................38

Hints for Stable Image Recording..............................................................................................................................................................................................39

Recording with the LCD Screen ..........................................................................................................................................................................................39

Recording with the Viewfinder..............................................................................................................................................................................................39

Various Recording Techniques...................................................................................................................................................................................................40

Making your First Recording ......................................................................................................................................................................................................41

Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners).........................................................................................................................................................................................42

Record Search......................................................................................................................................................................................................................43

Setting the Zero Memory ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................44

Self Record using the Remote Control......................................................................................................................................................................................45

Zooming In and Out ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................46

Using the Tele Macro..................................................................................................................................................................................................................46

Using the Fade In and Out.........................................................................................................................................................................................................47

To Start Recording................................................................................................................................................................................................................47

To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out) ........................................................................................................................................................................47

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)...........................................................................................................................................................................48

Using the Color Nite ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................49

Use of various Functions............................................................................................................................................................................................................50

Setting Menu Items ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................50

Function availability in each Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................................51

Selecting the Record Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................52

Selecting Audio Mode.................................................................................................................................................................................................................53

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)............................................................................................................................................................................................54

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure......................................................................................................................................................................................55

Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording...............................................................................................................................................................55

Auto Focus/Manual Focus .........................................................................................................................................................................................................56

Auto Focusing.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................56

Manual Focusing ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................56

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The Camcorder : Playback .......................................................................................................................................... 68

Setting the White Balance..........................................................................................................................................................................................................57

Using Quick Menu: White Balance ......................................................................................................................................................................................58

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ..................................................................................................................................................................................59

Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)...............................................................................................................................................................60

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)..........................................................................................................................................................61

Setting the Program AE........................................................................................................................................................................................................62

Using Quick Menu: Program AE..........................................................................................................................................................................................62

Applying Digital Effects...............................................................................................................................................................................................................63

Selecting the Digital Effects .................................................................................................................................................................................................64

Using Quick Menu: Digital Effects........................................................................................................................................................................................65

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ......................................................................................................................................................................................66

Selecting the Digital Zoom ...................................................................................................................................................................................................66

Photo Image Recording .............................................................................................................................................................................................................67

Searching for a Photo Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................................67

Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................................68

Adjusting the LCD Bright/Color during Playback.................................................................................................................................................................68

Controlling Sound from the Speaker..........................................................................................................................................................................................69

Tape Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................70

Playback on the LCD Screen...............................................................................................................................................................................................70

Playback on a TV Monitor....................................................................................................................................................................................................70

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks.....................................................................................................................................................70

Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks ........................................................................................................................................71

Playback ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................71

Various Functions in PLAY Mode...............................................................................................................................................................................................72

Playback Pause....................................................................................................................................................................................................................72

Picture Search (Forward/Reverse) ......................................................................................................................................................................................72

Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) .....................................................................................................................................................................................72

Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) .................................................................................................................................................................73

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ..........................................................................................................................................................................................73

Reverse Playback.................................................................................................................................................................................................................73

Audio Dubbing............................................................................................................................................................................................................................74

Dubbing Sound.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................74

Dubbed Audio Playback .............................................................................................................................................................................................................75

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer.............................................................................................................................................. 76

USB Interface .............................................................................................................................................................. 78

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Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation ................................................................................................................... 82

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions........................................................................................................................ 85

Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking ........................................................................................................ 97

Using the Mode Dial...................................................................................................................................................................................................................82

Using the Memory Card .............................................................................................................................................................................................................82

Memory Card Functions.......................................................................................................................................................................................................82

Inserting a Memory Card......................................................................................................................................................................................................83

Ejecting a Memory Card.......................................................................................................................................................................................................83

Number of Recordable Images/Time Length of Moving Image ................................................................................................................................................84

Numbering Stored Pictures........................................................................................................................................................................................................85

Setting the Image Quality...........................................................................................................................................................................................................86

Setting the Image Size ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................87

Setting the Menu Language.......................................................................................................................................................................................................88

Setting the LCD Brightness........................................................................................................................................................................................................89

Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................90

Setting the IMPRINT Option.......................................................................................................................................................................................................91

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)...........................................................................................................................................92

Setting the Beep Sound .............................................................................................................................................................................................................93

Setting the Shutter Sound..........................................................................................................................................................................................................93

Use of various Functions............................................................................................................................................................................................................94

Taking and Viewing Your First Photo .........................................................................................................................................................................................97

Taking Still Images ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................97

Taking Still Images: EASY.Q Mode......................................................................................................................................................................................97

Viewing Still Images .............................................................................................................................................................................................................98

Viewing a Single Still Image.................................................................................................................................................................................................98

Viewing a Slide Show...........................................................................................................................................................................................................99

Setting the Q.View Duration...............................................................................................................................................................................................100

Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review ..................................................................................................................................................................100

Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View...............................................................................................................................................................101

Deleting Still Images and Moving Images ...............................................................................................................................................................................101

Deleting One Image in Multiple Image View .....................................................................................................................................................................101

Deleting Image Using DELETE Menu ...............................................................................................................................................................................102

Delayed Recording – Self Timer..............................................................................................................................................................................................103

MPEG Recording ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................104

Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate ............................................................................................................................................................................104

Recording a Moving Image onto a Memory Card .............................................................................................................................................................105

Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ................................................................................................. 107

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MPEG Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................106

To Playback a Recorded Moving Image............................................................................................................................................................................106

Setting the Focus .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................107

Using the Built-In Flash ............................................................................................................................................................................................................108

Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode..........................................................................................................................................................................109

Setting the Focus Modes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................110

Auto Focus Mode ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................110

Manual Focus Mode...........................................................................................................................................................................................................110

Continuous Auto Focus Mode ............................................................................................................................................................................................111

Macro Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................................112

Setting the Exposure ................................................................................................................................................................................................................113

Locking the Auto Exposure: AE LOCK...............................................................................................................................................................................113

Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE.............................................................................................................................114

SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes................................................................................................................................................................115

Manual Exposure Compensation.......................................................................................................................................................................................116

Setting the Aperture............................................................................................................................................................................................................117

Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................................................................................................................................................................................118

Setting the White Balance........................................................................................................................................................................................................119

Setting the Preset White Balance ......................................................................................................................................................................................119

Setting the Manual White Balance.....................................................................................................................................................................................120

Setting the ISO Sensitivity........................................................................................................................................................................................................121

Using Digital Special Effects ....................................................................................................................................................................................................122

Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing.......................................................................................................................................................123

Taking Multiple Images using Continuous Shot.......................................................................................................................................................................124

Setting the Sharpness ............................................................................................................................................................................................................125

Using the Digital Zoom.............................................................................................................................................................................................................126

Zooming In ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................126

Zooming Out .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................126

Rotating a Stored Image ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................127

Resizing a Stored Image..........................................................................................................................................................................................................128

Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu.............................................................................................................................................................................129

Memorizing Your Current Settings .....................................................................................................................................................................................129

Loading Your Customized Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................................130

Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image .............................................................................................................................................131

Zooming & Trimming Recorded Images (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing...........................................................................................................................132

Zooming the Image ............................................................................................................................................................................................................132

Trimming the Image ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................132

Index........................................................................................................................................................................... 152

Warranty(SEA users only)...........................................................................................................................................154

Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................... 147

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................. 150

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Protecting Stored Images.........................................................................................................................................................................................................133

Formatting a Memory Card......................................................................................................................................................................................................135

Printing Your Images – Using the PictBridge

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........................................................................................................................................................................136

Connecting To a Printer......................................................................................................................................................................................................136

Selecting Images................................................................................................................................................................................................................137

Customizing Print Options..................................................................................................................................................................................................138

Printing Images...................................................................................................................................................................................................................139

Printing Images Using DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Settings.................................................................................................................................140

Resetting PictBridge Settings.............................................................................................................................................................................................140

Printing Your Images – Using the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)....................................................................................................................................141

Standard DPOF Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................................................141

Index DPOF Setup .............................................................................................................................................................................................................142

Print Size DPOF Setup ......................................................................................................................................................................................................142

Printing DPOF Marked Images..........................................................................................................................................................................................143

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...............................................................................................................................................................................144

After Using Your Camcorder ..............................................................................................................................................................................................144

Cleaning For LCD Screen..................................................................................................................................................................................................144

Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads ..................................................................................................................................................................145

Using Your Camcorder Abroad ................................................................................................................................................................................................146

Power Sources ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................146

Color System......................................................................................................................................................................................................................146

Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 144

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen

Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated.
Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects
the LCD screen to the Camcorder.

1. LCD screen closed.

2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.

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Open the LCD screen with your finger.

3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.

4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.

5. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the left.

6. Recording with the LCD screen closed.

1

2

3

4

5

6

LCD open

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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

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

for example:

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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.)

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

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

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

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

Notes regarding Camcorder

Notices regarding Copyright

Notes regarding Moisture Condensation

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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

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Be careful not to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder.

Notes regarding the Battery Pack

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Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 24. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer.

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Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.

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To preserve battery power, keep your Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.

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If your Camcorder is in REC 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.

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Make sure that the Battery pack is fitted firmly into place.

Do not drop the Battery pack. Dropping the Battery pack may damage it.

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

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

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To avoid damage to the battery pack, make sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

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It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD screen when recording for long periods, because the LCD screen
consumes more battery power.

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

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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.

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Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

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

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

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

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

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

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

3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen.

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

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

Note regarding the Lens

Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder

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

Notes regarding the Hand Strap

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery

1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the Battery pack or AC adapter is removed.

2. The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

3. When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display 12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005 when you set

the Date/Time to on.
When this occurs, replace the Lithium battery with a new one(type CR2025).

4. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor

immediately.

Servicing

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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.

Replacement Parts

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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.

[ CAUTION ]

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DO NOT FIRE THE FLASH WHILE SCREENING THE FLASH BY HANDS. DO NOT TOUCH THE FLAHSLIGHT AFTER
CONTINUOUS FIRING OF THE FLASH. POSSIBLE BURING HAZARD.

[ WARNING ]

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DO NOT FIRE THE FLASH FROM A SHORT DISTANCE TO A PERSION TO A PERSON(ESPECIALLY TOWARDS AN
INFANT.)CLOSE FIRING A FLASGH MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO ONE'S EYES.

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

■

Multi OSD Language

You can select the desired OSD language from OSD List.

■

Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394

By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV
data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit
various images.

■

USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer

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

■

Integrated Camcorder/Digital Still Camera operation

An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a flip of the
Power Switch, ensuring comfortable and easy recording.

■

900x Digital Zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 900x (Camcorder Mode) or 12x (Camera Mode) its original size.

■

Color TFT LCD

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

■

Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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

■

Various Digital Effects (DSE)

The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.

■

Back Light Compensation (BLC)

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

■

Program AE

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

■

Digital Still Camera Function

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

- You can transfer standard still images on the Memory card to your PC using the USB interface.

■

MPEG Recording

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

■

Multi Memory Card Slot

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

■

High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera)

Employing 5 Mega Pixels CCD, a maximum resolution of 2592x1944 is available.

■

Supports DPOF & PictBridge Printing Aid

DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) and PictBridge interfaces are supported. By using these features, you can print your still
images by using a printer that supports these features without having to use your PC.

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✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack

2. AC Power Adapter

(AA-E8 TYPE)

3. AC Cord

4. Multi-AV Cable (Audio/Video/S-Video Cable)

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium Batteries for

Remote Control or Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025)

7. Remote Control

8. USB Cable

9. Software CD

10. Shoulder Strap

11. Lens Cover

12. Lens Cover Strap

Basic Accessories

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack

AD43-00128A

2. AC Power Adapter
(AA-E8 TYPE)

AD44-00090A

4. Multi-AV Cable
(Audio/Video/S-Video Cable)

AD39-00119A

5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium Batteries
(CR2025)

AD43-10130H

7. Remote Control

AD59-00085A

AD97-09716A AD72-00049A

10. Shoulder Strap

AD72-00050A

8. USB Cable

AD39-00073A

9.Software CD

11. Lens Cover 12. Lens Cover Strap

3. AC Cord

AD39-00076A

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Front & Left View

1. Built-in Flash (see page 108)

2. Camcorder Lens

3. Camera Lens

4. Internal MIC

5. TFT LCD Screen

6. Remote Sensor

2. Camcorder Lens

3. Camera Lens

5. TFT LCD Screen

1. Built-in Flash

6. Remote Sensor

4. Internal MIC

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Left Side View

1. MENU

2. DISPLAY (see page 25)

3. EASY.Q (see page 42)

4. Function Buttons

5. DELETE ( ) (see page 101)

6. MF/AF Button (see page 110)

7. Quick Menu Selector
(Focus/Volume)

8. MULTI ( ) (see page 101)

9. Speaker

10. C.NITE (see page 49)

11. Joystick (Quick View/Flash/
Tele Macro/AE LOCK)

12. Camera Mode Dial

13. Shoulder Strap Hook
(see page 20)

14. External MIC Jack

15. USB Jack

16. AV/S-Video Jack

17. Jack Cover

18. DC Jack

1. MENU

2. DISPLAY

3. EASY.Q

4. Function Buttons

5. DELETE

6. MF/AF Button

10. C.NITE

8. MULTI

9. Speaker

7. Quick Menu Selector
(Focus/Volume)

12. Camera Mode Dial

13. Shoulder Strap Hook

14. External MIC Jack

15. USB Jack

16. AV/S-Video Jack

17. Jack Cover

18. DC Jack

11. Joystick (Quick View/Flash/
Tele Macro/AE LOCK)

Button

œœ

√√
√/»

■

PLAY

REW

FF

PLAY/STILL

STOP

REC

REC Search –
REC Search +

FADE

BLC

(Play)

REV
FWD

-

-

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Right & Top View

1. Focus Adjustment Knob (see page 37)

2. Viewfinder (see page 37)

3. Start/Stop Button

4. DV Jack

5. Power Switch (REC, PLAY, OFF or (CAMERA))

6. Zoom Lever (see page 46)

7. PHOTO Button (see page 67)

8. Cassette Door

9. Hand Strap

1. Focus Adjustment Knob

2. Viewfinder

3. Start/Stop Button

5. Power Switch

4. DV Jack

6. Zoom Lever

7. PHOTO Button

8. Cassette Door

9. Hand Strap

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1. Lithium Battery Cover

2. Charging Indicator

3. Tripod Receptacle

4. Memory Card Slot

5. Battery Release

6. Hand Strap Hook

7. TAPE EJECT

8. Shoulder Strap Ring

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Rear & Bottom View

6. Hand Strap Hook 7. TAPE EJECT 8. Shoulder Strap Ring

1. Lithium Battery Cover

3. Tripod Receptacle

5. Battery Release4. Memory Card Slot

2. Charging Indicator

Usable Memory Card

Memory Stick

Memory Stick PRO

SD MMC

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Remote Control

1. PHOTO (see pages 67, 97)

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER (see pages 45, 103)

4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 44)

5. PHOTO SEARCH (see page 67)

6. A.DUB (see page 74)

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. / (Direction) (see page 72)

11. F. ADV (see page 73)

12. (STOP)

13. (STILL)

14. (SLOW) (see page 72)

15. DATE/TIME

16. X2 (see page 73)

17. Zoom

18. DISPLAY

1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

6. A.DUB

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. / (Direction)

18. DISPLAY

17. Zoom

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

14. (SLOW)

13. (STILL)

11. F. ADV

12. (STOP)

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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.

- Press the ZOOM and Start/Stop button without having to change the position of your hand.

1. Pull and open the Hand Strap
Cover and release the Hand
Strap.

2. Insert the Hand Strap into the
Hand Strap hook.

3. Insert your hand into the Hand
Strap, adjust its length and stick it
back onto the Hand Strap Cover.

The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder
around in complete safety.

1. Insert the end of Shoulder Strap into the Shoulder Strap
Hook on the Camcorder.

2. Insert the other end of the strap into the ring attached to
the Hand Strap.

3. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length of the
strap and then pull it tight in the buckle.

1. Hook up the Lens Cover with
Lens Cover Strap as illustrated.

2. Pull and open the Hand Strap
cover and release the Hand Strap.

3. Hook up the Lens cover strap to
the Hand strap and adjust it
following the steps as described
for the Hand strap.

4. Close the Hand strap cover.

1 2 3

1 2 3 4

1 2 3

Preparation

Adjusting the Hand Strap

Hand Strap

Attaching the Lens Cover

Shoulder Strap

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Preparation

✤ The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Power

adapter is removed.

✤ The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
✤ When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display

12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005 when you set the Date/Time to on.
When this occurs, replace the Lithium battery with type CR2025.

1. Remove the Lithium-ion battery from the rear of the Camcorder.

2. Open the Lithium battery cover on the rear of the Camcorder.

3. Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive ( )

terminal face up.

4. Close the Lithium battery cover.

✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:

- You purchase the Camcorder.

- The remote control doesn’t work.

✤ Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive ( )

terminal face up.

✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.

[ Note ]

The Lithium battery must be inserted in the correct direction.

Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of the reach of the children.

Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

Lithium Battery Installation

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

Battery Installation for the Internal Clock

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Preparation

Connecting a Power Source

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

- The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording.

- The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording.

1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC Cord.

2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket.

[ Notes ]

■

You must use an AA-E8 TYPE AC Power adapter.

■

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

3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the Camcorder.

4. Set the Camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab
on the Power switch and turning it to the REC, PLAY, (CAMERA) or

OFF mode.

Power Switch

To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable

<CAMERA Mode><OFF Mode>

<PLAY Mode><REC Mode>

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Preparation

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on

- The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using.

- How often the zoom function is used.
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

1. Attach the Battery pack to the Camcorder.

2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to
a wall socket.

3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the Camcorder.

4. Turn the Power switch to OFF, and the charging indicator will start to flash,
showing that the battery is charging.

5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the Battery pack and the AC Power adapter from
the Camcorder.
Even with the Power switched OFF, the Battery pack will still discharge.

[ Notes ]

■

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

■

To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the Battery pack, always remove it from the Camcorder after it is fully charged.

■

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:

- The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using.

- How often the zoom is used.

- Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD screen etc.).

- Ambient temperature.

It is recommended to have additional battery packs available.

■

Even when the Power switched to OFF, the Battery pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.

Blinking time Charging rate

Once per second Less than 50%
Twice per second 50% ~ 75%

Three times per second 75% ~ 90%
Blinking stops and stays on 90% ~ 100%

On for a second and Error - Reset the Battery pack and
off for a second the DC cable

Power Switch

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

4

<Charging Indicator>

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Preparation

Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type.

✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the Viewfinder switches on automatically.
✤ The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations.

Actual recording time depends on usage.

[ Notes ]

■

The Battery pack should be recharged in an environment between 32 °F (0 °C)and 104 °F (40 °C).

■

The Battery pack should never be charged in a room with a temperature that is below 32 °F (0 °C).

■

The life and capacity of the Battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) or
left in temperatures above 104 °F (40 °C) 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.

■

Use SB-LS110 or SB-LS220 Battery pack only.

■

Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described above. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer.

Battery

SB-LS110

SB-LS220

Charging

time

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

3hr 30min

LCD ON VIEWFINDER ON

Continuous recording time

Time

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

3hr 10min

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

4hr 10min

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Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off

Preparation

✤ 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)
Tips for battery Identification

[ Notes ]

■

Please refer to the Table on page 24 for approximate continuous recording time.

■

The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.

■

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 77 °F (25 °C). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary.
The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in
the instructions.

■

Turning OSD on/off

Press the DISPLAY button on the left side control panel.

- Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.

- When you turn the OSD off,

In REC Mode: The STBY, REC modes are always displayed on the OSD, even when the OSD is turned off and the key
input is displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.
In PLAY Mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns
off.

■

Turning the Date/Time on/off

To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the Date/Time mode. (see page 35)

Battery Level Display

(Blinking)

(Blinking)

<Camcorder Mode>

<Camera Mode>

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in REC/PLAY Modes

1. Battery Level (see page 25)

2. Manual Focus (see page 56)

3. EASY.Q (see page 42)

4. DIS (see page 59)

5. Program AE (see page 61)

6. White Balance Mode
(see page 57)

7. Shutter Speed (see page 55)

8. Exposure (see page 55)

9. Digital Effects Mode
(see page 63)

10. Date/Time (see page 34)

11. Zoom Position (see page 46)

12. Color Nite (see page 49)

13. USB

14. Remote (see page 31)

15. Wind Cut (see page 54)

16. BLC (Back Light Compensation)
(see page 48)

17. Audio Mode (see page 53)

18. Remaining Tape
(measured in minutes)

19. Tape Counter

20. Zero Memory (see page 44)

21. Record Speed Mode

22. Operating Mode

23. Self Timer

24. Photo Image

25. Tele Macro (see page 46)

26. Audio Playback

27. DEW (see page 9)

28. Warning Indicator (see page 147)

29. Message Line (see page 147)

30. Volume Control (see page 69)

31. DV IN (DV data transfer mode)
(see page 77)

32. Audio Dubbing (see page 74)

14minSound[2]

0:00:00:10

†

…

SP

√

[10]

16BIt

OSD in PLAY Mode

No Tape !

30

26

31

32

OSD in REC Mode

14min

10Sec

0:00:11

Color N.1/30

[29]

SP

STBY

16BIt

W

T

S. 1/60

†

…

†

…

No Tape !

Art

[29]

1

4

3

5
6

7
8

9

2

10

11

7
8

29

28

27

13
12

15
14

16

17

18

19

21 2022

24

23

25

12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005

12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005

S. 1/60

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10

ISO

AUTO

AWB

12:00 PM

2005.01.01

F2.8
1/60

MF
AL

Preparation

1. Battery Level (see page 25)

2. Camera Mode

3. F (Aperture Range) No.
(see page 117)

4. Shutter Speed (see page 118)

5. Flash Mode (see page 108)

6. Self Timer

7. Manual Focus (see page 110)

8. Tele Macro (see page 112)

9. Metering Mode (see page 114)

10.

CARD (Memory Card) indicator

11. AE LOCK (see page 113)

12. Focus Area

13.

Date/Time

(see page 90)

14. Exposure Compensation
(see page 116)

15. White Balance Mode
(see page 119)

16. ISO Sensitivity (see page 121)

17. Sharpness (see page 125)

18. Image Quality (see page 86) or MPEG
Frame Rate (see page 104)

19. Image Size (see page 87)

20. Image Counter

Total number of recordable still and
moving images.

21. Zoom Position (see page 126)

22. Play Mode

23. Moving Image Indicator
(see page 106)

24. Erase protection Indicator
(see page 133)

25. Print mark (see page 141)

26. Message Line (see page 147)

27. Image Counter

Current Image/Total number of recorded
images

OSD (On Screen Display) in (Program)/ (Play) Modes

OSD in (Program) Mode

OSD in (Play) Mode

1

2
3

4
5

6

8

7

9

10

11 12 13

21

20

14

15

16

17

18

19

2/50

22
23

24

25

26

27

NO IMAGE!

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Using the Joystick

✤ The Joystick is used to make a selection and to move the cursor left, right, up and down.

Using the Joystick, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu.

1. Move to a previous menu item / Adjust the selected item (to the left).

2. Move to a sub menu item / Adjust the selected item (to the right).

3. Move to a lower menu item.

4. Move to an upper menu item.

5. Press to select the chosen item.

12

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The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

Selecting the OSD Language

✤ The Language function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language from OSD List.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select System, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Language, then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The available language options are listed.

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired OSD language,
then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The OSD language is refreshed in selected language.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

The word “Language” in the menu is always indicated in English.

■

A separate Language selecting function is provided for the Digital Camera (see page 88).

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

√On
√On
√English
√On

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

1

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The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

✤ Clock setup works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape.

Before recording, please set the Date/Time.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select System, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Clock Set, then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The year will highlight first.

5. Move the Joystick up or down to set current Year, then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The month will be highlighted.

6. You can set the month, day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting

the year.

7. Press the Joystick(OK) after setting the minutes.

■

The message Complete! will be displayed.

■

To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour or Min by pressing the
Joystick(OK), then move the Joystick up or down to set respective values.

8. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

After the Lithium battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time appears on the
screen as 12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005.

■

You can set the year up to 2037.

■

If the Lithium battery is not installed, any input data will not be backed up.

■

A separate Clock setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (see page 90).

Setting the Clock

Adjust Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set

Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

JAN 1 2005

12 : 00 AM

…

†

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set

Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

JAN 1 2005

12 : 00 AM

Complete !

4

7

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

√On
√On
√English
√On

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

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✤ The Remote function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the

Camcorder.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select System, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Remote, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select On or Off, then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

If you set the Remote to Off in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon( ) will blink for
3 seconds on the LCD screen and then disappear.

■

A separate Remote Control selecting function is provided for the Digital Camera (see page 92).

The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Off
On

5

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

√On
√On
√English
√On

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

1

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The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

Setting the Beep Sound

✤ The Beep Sound function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select System, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Beep Sound, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select On or Off, then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Note ]

A separate Beep Sound setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (see page 93).

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote

Beep Sound

Language
Demonstration

Off
On

5

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

√On
√On
√English
√On

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

1

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✤ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. (see page 38)
✤ 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 REC mode without a tape inserted in

the Camcorder.

✤ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the Demonstration mode switched Off.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select System, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Demonstration, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select On, then press the Joystick(OK).

6. Press the MENU button.

■

The Demonstration will begin.

7. To quit the Demonstration, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

The Demonstration mode is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle for more than
10 minutes after switching to the REC mode (no tape is inserted in the Camcorder).

■

If you press other buttons (FADE, BLC, PHOTO, EASY.Q) during the Demonstration mode,
the demonstration stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate any other
functions.

The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

Viewing the Demonstration

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language

Demonstration

Off
On

5

6

Samsung Camcorder is...

Demonstration

[Digital Camcorder]

REC Mode

√System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

√On
√On
√English
√On

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

1

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✤ This function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which

enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.

✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the Camcorder (indoors or outdoors

for example), you can adjust;

- LCD Bright

- LCD Color

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Display, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select the item you want to adjust (LCD Bright or

LCD Color), then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to adjust the value of the selected item

(LCD Bright or LCD Color), then press the Joystick(OK).

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

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

LCD Bright & LCD Color functions do not affect the brightness and color of the image
to be recorded.

Adjust Select Exit

MENUOK

5

The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting

Adjusting the LCD Screen

[18]

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright
LCD Color
Date/Time
TV Display

3

√Off
√On

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright

LCD Color
Date/Time
TV Display

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✤ The Date/Time function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Display, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Date/Time, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select the Date/Time display type, then press the
Joystick(OK).

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Display type of the Date/Time: Off, Date, Time, Date&Time

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

The Date/Time will read 12:00 AM JAN. 1, 2005 in the following conditions.

- During playback of a blank section of a tape.

- If the tape was recorded before setting the Date/Time in the Camcorder.

- When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead.

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Before you use the Date/Time function, you must set the clock. See Setting the Clock on page 30.

The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting

Displaying the Date/Time

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright
LCD Color

Date/Time

TV Display

Off
Date
Time
Date&Time

5

1

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright
LCD Color
Date/Time
TV Display

3

√Off
√On

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✤ The TV Display function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).

- Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only.

- On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV.

- Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the Camcorder to turn the OSD on/off
on the LCD screen/Viewfinder/TV.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Display, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select TV Display, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. To activate TV Display function, move the Joystick up or down to select On or Off,
then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting

Setting the TV Display

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright
LCD Color
Date/Time

TV Display

Off
On

5

1

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Display

LCD Bright
LCD Color
Date/Time
TV Display

3

√Off
√On

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✤ The Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed.

The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see
clearer images.

1. Close the LCD screen and pull out the Viewfinder.

2. Use the focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture.

[ Notes ]

■

Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the Viewfinder for a prolonged period may be
harmful, or cause temporary impairment.

■

The Viewfinder will work either in PLAY mode with LCD screen closed or in REC mode with LCD
screen closed or facing the front.

Adjusting the Focus

Using the Viewfinder

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Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not apply excessive force,

as it may cause a malfunction.

✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes.

1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open
the cassette door.

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The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward.

2. Insert a tape into the cassette compartment with the tape window facing
outward and the protection tab toward the top. (Inserting a Cassette)

■

Remove the cassette tape, which is automatically ejected by pulling the
cassette out. (Ejecting a Cassette)

3. Press the area marked PUSH on the cassette door until it clicks into place.

■

Be careful to keep the hand strap away from the cassette door when closing
it. Closing the cassette door with the hand strap inside may cause damage to the unit.

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The cassette is loaded automatically.

4. Close the cassette door.

[ Note ]

When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect it so that it will not be
accidentally erased.

a. Protecting a tape:

Push the safety tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.

b. Removing the tape protection:

If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the safety tab back so that it
covers the hole.

How to store a tape

a. Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference.
b. Avoid humidity and dust prone places.
c. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.
d. Avoid dropping or knocking your tapes.

SAVE

1 2

4

a

REC

b

3

PUSH

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✤ While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly.
✤ Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 20)

1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

2. Place your right elbow against your side.

3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD screen to support and adjust it.

Do not touch the built-in microphone.

4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.

You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.
Do not forget to breathe gently.

5. Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.

6. Whenever possible, use a tripod.

1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

2. Place your right elbow against your side.

3. Place your left hand under the Camcorder to support it.

Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone.

4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.

You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.

5. To view an object through the Viewfinder, pull it out until you hear the click sound.

Excessive force may cause damage to the Viewfinder.

6. Place your eye firmly against the Viewfinder eyecup.

7. Use the Viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.

8. Whenever possible, use a tripod.

Recording with the Viewfinder

Recording with the LCD Screen

Hints for Stable Image Recording

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✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.

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.

5. Recording with the Viewfinder.

In circumstances where it is difficult to use the LCD screen,
the Viewfinder can be used as a convenient alternative.

[ Note ]

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.

Various Recording Techniques

1 2

3

5

4

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Making your First Recording

1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 22)

(A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter)
Insert a cassette. (see page 38)

2. Remove the Lens cover.

3. Set the Power switch to REC.

■

Open the LCD screen.
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 or Viewfinder.

■

Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your expected
recording time.

4. To start recording, press the Start/Stop button.

■

REC ● is displayed on the LCD screen.

To stop recording, press the Start/Stop button again.

■

STBY is displayed on the LCD screen.

[ Note ]

Detach the Battery pack when you are finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.

4

1

3

2

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✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in REC mode.
✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. By pressing the EASY.Q button, all functions on the Camcorder will be set to off and the
recording settings will be set to the following basic modes:

■

Battery level, recording mode, counter, date/time, and DIS ( ) will be displayed.

■

The word EASY.Q will appear on the LCD screen at the same time.
However, the Date/Time will only be seen if it has been previously set. (see page 35)

3. Press the Start/Stop button to start recording.
Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

4. Press the EASY.Q button again in the STBY mode and then turn the EASY.Q mode off.

■

The EASY.Q function will not turn off while you are recording.

■

The camcorder will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY.Q mode.

[ Notes ]

■

In EASY.Q mode, certain functions are not available, such as Menu, BLC, Manual focus.
If you want to use these functions, you must first turn the EASY.Q mode off.

■

The EASY.Q mode settings are released when the Battery pack is removed from the Camcorder
and must be reset when the Battery pack is replaced.

■

EASY.Q mode will not turn off during a recording.

■

Photo image recording using the PHOTO button while EASY.Q is set releases DIS function.

■

Digital Zoom, Color Nite or Digital Effect is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners)

60min

0:00:10

SP

STBY

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1

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Record Search

When a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used,
it will switch off automatically.
To use it again, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to REC.
This auto power off feature is designed to save battery power.

■

You can view a recording using the Record Search +, -function in STBY mode.
Record Search

-

enables you to play the recording backwards and
Record Search + enables you to play it forwards, as long as you keep each button pressed
down.

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If you press the Record Search -button in STBY mode, your Camcorder will play
in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically.

[ Note ]

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

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✤ The Zero Memory function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during
playback at the point where you wish to return.

■

The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to Zero Memory with the

0:00:00 (Zero Memory indicator).

■

If you want to cancel the Zero Memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.

3. 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, set the Power switch to PLAY and press
the (REW) button.
The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

4. The tape counter with the (Zero Memory indicator) disappears from the display and the
tape counter is changed to the time code.

[ Notes ]

■

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.

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The Zero Memory may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the
tape.

Setting the Zero Memory

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✤ The Self Timer function works only in REC mode.
✤ When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins

automatically in 10 seconds.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD screen.

3. Press the Start/Stop button to start the timer.

■

Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.

■

In the last one second of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording
starts automatically.

■

If you want to cancel the Self Timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER
button.

4. Press the Start/Stop button again when you wish to stop recording.

[ Notes ]

■

Do not obstruct the remote control sensor by putting obstacles between the remote control and
Camcorder.

■

The remote control range is 4 ~5m (13 ~17 ft).

■

The effective remote control angle is up to 30 degrees left /right from the center line.

■

Using a tripod is recommended during the Self Record

Self Record using the Remote Control

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✤ The Zoom function works only in REC mode.
✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.
✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.
✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the Zoom feature can

lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.

1. Move the Zoom lever slightly for a gradual zoom, move it further
for a high-speed zoom.

■

Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.

2. T(Telephoto) side: Subject appears closer.

3. W(Wide angle) side: Subject appears farther away.

■

You can record a subject that is about 10mm (about 0.5 inch)
away from the lens surface in the Wide position.

✤ Tele Macro Function works only in REC mode.
✤ Effective focal distance in tele macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches).

1. Move the Joystick to the right.

■

Tele Macro Icon ( ) will be displayed.

2. If you want to cancel the Tele Macro function, move the Joystick to the right again.

[ Notes ]

■

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 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 get proper focus, use the Zoom lever.

Zooming In and Out

Using the Tele Macro

TELE

WIDE

SP

25min

0:39:40

STBY

W T

T

W

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To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out)

To Start Recording

The Camcorder : Basic Recording

✤ The FADE function works only in REC mode.
✤ 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.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.

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The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).

3. Press the Start/Stop button and at the same time

release the FADE button.
Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually
appear (fade in).

4. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the

FADE button.

■

The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).

5. When the picture has disappeared,

press the Start/Stop button to stop recording.

a. Fade Out

(Approx. 4 seconds)

b. Fade In

(Approx. 4 seconds)

Using the Fade In and Out

Gradual appearance b. Fade In Release the FADE button

Hold down the FADE button a. Fade Out Gradual disappearance

60min

0:00:05

SP

STBY

➔

➔

60min

0:00:20

SP

REC

●

60min

0:00:25

SP

REC

●

➔

➔

➔

➔

60min

0:00:30

SP

STBY

➔

➔

2

3

4

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✤ BLC works only in REC mode.
✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:

- The subject is in front of a window.

- The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and

is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to
distinguish his/her features.

- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

- The light sources are too bright.

- The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the BLC button.

■

BLC icon ( ) will be displayed.

3. To exit BLC mode, press the BLC button again.

■

Each press of the BLC button toggles: Normal ➝ BLC ➝ Normal.

[ Note ]

The BLC function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

<BLC on><BLC off>

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)

60min

0:00:10

SP

STBY

2

3

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✤ Color Nite function works only in REC mode.
✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects.
✤ Color Nite function may produce a brighter image.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the C.NITE button.

3. Each time you press the C.NITE button, shutter speed is changed to Color N. 1/30,

Color N. 1/15 and off.

[ Notes ]

■

The Color Nite will not turn ON or OFF while you are recording.

■

When using Color Nite, the image takes on a slow motion like effect.

■

When using Color Nite function, the focus adjusts slowly and white dots may appear on the
screen, this is not a defect.

■

Color Nite is not available while DIS, Photo image recording or EASY.Q is in use.

■

Digital Zoom, Photo image recording, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide is not
available in

Color Nite mode.

■

If DIS or EASY.Q is set, Color Nite mode will be released.

Using the Color Nite

60min

0:00:10

SP

STBY

Color N.1/30

2

3

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Setting menu items

Use of various Functions

Main Menu Sub Menu Functions

Page

PLAY

REC

Camera

Tape

Record

Display

System

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom
Photo Search
Audio Select
Rec Mode
Audio Mode
Wind Cut
LCD Bright
LCD Color
Date/Time
TV Display
Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

61

57, 58

63

59, 60

66
67
75
52
53
54
34
34
35
36
30
31
32
29
33

Selecting the Program AE Function
Setting White Balance
Setting the Digital special effect
Selecting the Digital Image Stabilizing
Selecting Digital Zoom
Searching pictures recorded in Tape
Selecting the Audio playback channel
Selecting the recording speed
Selecting Sound Quality for recording
Minimizing wind noise
Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD screen
Setting the Color tones of the LCD screen
Setting the Date and Time
Selecting OSD on/off of TV
Setting the time
Using the remote control
Setting the Beep sound
Selecting the OSD language
Demonstration

Available mode

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Function availability in each Mode

O : The selected mode will work in this operating mode.
✕ : You can not change the requested mode.

: The selected mode will work, and the operating mode will be released simultaneously.

✩

: Only the selected mode will be operated. After releasing the selected mode, the operating mode is enabled again.

[ Note ]

When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be displayed.

DIS

Digital Zoom

PHOTO(Tape)

Color Nite

16:9 Wide

Emboss2
Digital Pastel2
Effects Mirror

Mosaic

Other Digital

Effects

Digital functions

Selected Mode
Operating
Mode

DIS

✕✕

✩

✩✩

✕✕

✕✕

Digital Zoom

PHOTO

(Tape)

Color Nite

16:9

Wide

Digital Effects

OOOO

✕

O

✕✕

✩✩

✕

✕

✕

✕

O

O

✕

O

✕

Emboss2, Pastel2

Mirror, Mosaic

Other Digital

Effects

✕✕

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✤ The Record Mode function works in both REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes.
✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.

- SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

- LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Record, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Rec Mode, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired record mode (SP or LP), then press the
Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

The selected icon will be displayed.

[ Notes ]

■

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.

Selecting the Record Mode

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode

Audio Mode
Wind Cut

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode
Audio Mode
Wind Cut

√SP
√12Bit
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

SP
LP

3

5

60min

0:00:10

SP

STBY

6

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✤ The Audio Mode function works in both REC and PLAY modes.
✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit)

- 12Bit: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks.
The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track.
Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the Sub (Sound2) track.

- 16Bit: You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16Bit recording mode.
Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Record, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Audio Mode, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired audio mode (12Bit or 16Bit),
then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Note ]

When 12Bit is selected, no 12Bit indication will be displayed on the screen.

Selecting Audio Mode

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode

Audio Mode

Wind Cut

12Bit
16Bit

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode
Audio Mode
Wind Cut

√SP
√12Bit
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

5

6

60min
16Bit

0:00:10

SP

STBY

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✤ The Wind Cut function works in both REC and PLAY (Audio dubbing) modes.
✤ Use the Wind Cut function when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.
✤ The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.

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

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Record, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Wind Cut, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. To activate the Wind Cut function, move the Joystick up or down to select On,
then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

Wind Cut ( ) icon will be displayed.

[ Note ]

Make sure Wind Cut is set to off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode
Audio Mode

Wind Cut

Off
On

5

60min

0:00:10

SP

STBY

6

REC Mode

√Record

Rec Mode
Audio Mode
Wind Cut

√SP
√12Bit
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

3

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Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure function works only in REC mode.
✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Quick menu selector.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the Quick menu selector.

■

Quick menu list will appear.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select Shutter or Exposure, then press the

Quick menu selector.

4. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select Manual, then press the Quick menu

selector.

5. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select desired shutter speed or exposure,

then press the Quick menu selector.

■

Shutter speed can be set to 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 or 1/10000.

■

Exposure value can be set between 00 and 29.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

Selected settings are displayed.

✤ 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

[ Notes ]

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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.

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure

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MENU

DIS
Program AE
White Balance

Shutter

Exposure
Digital Effect

…

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Auto

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STBY

Exit

MENU

Off

DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

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Manual Focusing

Auto Focusing

✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works only in REC mode.
✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to

concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing

difficult and/or unreliable.
Manual Focus can be set in the Quick Menu.

✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you make use

of Auto 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.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MF/AF button.

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Manual Focus ( ) icon will blink.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down until the object is in focus.

[ Note ]

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

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Auto Focus/Manual Focus

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✤ The White Balance function works only in REC mode.
✤ 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.

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Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically.

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Hold ( ):This holds the current White Balance value.

■

Indoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the indoor ambience.

- Under halogen or studio/video lighting

- Subject is of one dominant color

- Close up

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Outdoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the outdoor ambience.

- In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant color.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select White Balance, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Hold, Indoor or Outdoor),

then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

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When the Auto mode is selected, no icon will be displayed.

■

The selected icon will be displayed.

A

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Setting the White Balance

√Auto
√Auto
√Off
√Off
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

Auto
Hold
Indoor
Outdoor

A

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU

button.

1. Press the Quick menu selector.

2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select White Balance, then press the
Quick menu selector.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Hold, Indoor or
Outdoor), then press the Quick menu selector.

4. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

The White Balance function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

■

Turn the Digital Zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.

■

Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.

■

During normal outdoor recording, setting to Auto may provide better results.

Using Quick Menu: White Balance

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MENU

DIS
Program AE

White Balance

Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

…

†

Outdoor

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0:00:10

SP

STBY

Exit

MENU

Off

DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

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✤ The DIS function works only in REC mode.
✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand

movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits).

✤ It provides more stable pictures when:

- Recording with the zoom (DIS is not available in Digital Zoom mode.)

- Recording a small object close-up

- Recording and walking at the same time

- Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select DIS, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. To activate the DIS function, move the Joystick up or down to select On,

then press the Joystick(OK).

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

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

DIS ( ) icon is displayed.

[ Notes ]

■

Digital Zoom, Color Nite, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide is
not available in the DIS mode.

■

When you press the PHOTO button while the DIS function is enabled, the DIS will be released
shortly and resume automatically after the photo recording.

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect

DIS

Digital Zoom

Off
On

√Auto
√Auto
√Off
√Off
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU

button.

1. Press the Quick menu selector.

2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select DIS, then press the Quick menu
selector.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select On or Off, then press the Quick
menu selector.

4. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

It is recommended that you deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod.

■

If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate.

■

EASY.Q mode automatically sets the DIS to On.

Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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STBY

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MENU

DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

…

†

On

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SP

STBY

Exit

MENU

Off

DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode.
✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different

recording conditions.

✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field.

■

Auto mode ( )

- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

- To be used in normal conditions.

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

■

Sports mode ( )

For recording people or objects moving quickly.

■

Portrait mode ( )

- For focusing on the background of the subject, when the background is out of focus.

- The Portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.

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

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Spotlight mode ( )

For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.

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Sand/Snow mode ( )

For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected
light from sand or snow.

■

High Speed(High Shutter Speed) mode ( )

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

[ Note ]

The Program AE function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

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Using Quick Menu: Program AE

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Program AE, then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The available options are listed.

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired program AE option, then press the
Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

The icon of the selected mode will be displayed.

■

When the Auto mode is selected, no icon will be displayed.

1. Press the Quick menu selector.

2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select Program AE, then press
the Quick menu selector.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select desired program AE option,
then press the Quick menu selector.

4. To exit, press the MENU button.

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Setting the Program AE

√Auto
√Auto
√Off
√Off
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE

White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

Auto
Sports
Portrait
Spotlight
Sand/Snow
High Speed

A

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MENU

DIS

Program AE

White Balance
Shutter
Exposure
Digital Effect

…

†

Auto

A

3

5

3

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Exit

MENU

Off

DIS

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White Balance
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Exposure
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Applying Digital Effects

✤ The Digital Effect function works only in REC mode.
✤ The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.
✤ Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and

the effect you wish to create.

✤ There are 11 Digital Effect modes.

1. Art mode

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

2. Mosaic mode

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

3. Sepia mode

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

4. Negative mode

This mode reverses the colors, creating a negative image.

5. Mirror mode

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

6. BLK & WHT mode

This mode changes the images to black and white.

7. Emboss1 mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).

8. Emboss2 mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing) on surrounding area of an image.

9. Pastel1 mode

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

10. Pastel2 mode

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

11. 16:9 Wide mode

Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV.

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Selecting the Digital Effects

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Digital Effect, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select the desired Digital Effect mode,
then press the Joystick(OK).

■

The display mode is set to the selected mode.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

The Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 and 16:9 Wide modes are not available while DIS or
Color Nite is in use.

■

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

■

Once DIS, EASY.Q or Color Nite is set, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide modes
will be released.

■

Digital Zoom is not available in the Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 and 16:9 Wide modes.

■

Digital Effect modes other than Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 and 16:9 Wide modes are
available while DIS is in use.

■

Photo image recording is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode.

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance

Digital Effect

DIS
Digital Zoom

Off
Art
Mosaic
Sepia
Negative
Mirror

▼

√Auto
√Auto
√Off
√Off
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Quick menu selector.
✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU

button.

1. Press the Quick menu selector.

2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select Digital Effect, then press the Quick

menu selector.

3. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to select the desired Digital Effect mode,

then press the Quick menu selector.

4. To exit, press the MENU button.

Using Quick Menu: Digital Effects

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MENU

DIS
Program AE
White Balance
Shutter
Exposure

Digital Effect

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Selecting the Digital Zoom

✤ Digital Zoom function works only in REC mode.

✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom.
✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Digital Zoom, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select desired zoom mode (Off, 100x, 200x, 400x or
900x), then press the Joystick(OK).

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.

■

Digital Zoom is not available while DIS, EASY.Q, photo image recording, Color Nite, Mosaic,

Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide is in use.

■

Once photo image recording, Color Nite, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide is set,
Digital Zoom mode will be released. (The Digital Zoom mode will be backed up.)

■

Once DIS or EASY.Q is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS

Digital Zoom

Off
100x
200x
400x
900x

√Auto
√Auto
√Off
√Off
√Off

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

REC Mode

√Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
DIS
Digital Zoom

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Searching for a Photo Image

✤ Photo image recording works only in REC mode.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Press the PHOTO button.

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The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.

3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the Camcorder returns to STBY mode.

✤ The Photo Search works only in PLAY mode.
✤ You can use photo searching

by using the PHOTO SEARCH button on the remote control.

1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Tape, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Photo Search, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Press the œœ /√√ (REW/FF) buttons to select the photo.

■

The photo search process appears on LCD screen while you are searching.

■

After completing the search, the Camcorder displays the still image.

6. To exit, press the

■

(STOP) or MENU button.

[ Notes ]

■

Photo image recording is not available while recording.

■

You can use photo image recording by using the PHOTO button on the remote control.
Pressing the PHOTO button on the remote control records the still image at once with automatic
focusing.

■

When there are no still images recorded on the tape, it will be fully rewound or forwarded.

■

Photo image recording is not available while Color Nite or 16:9 Wide is in use.

■

DIS, Digital Zoom, Color Nite and Digital Effect are not available, when photo image recording.

■

Photo image recording while EASY.Q, DIS or Digital Zoom mode is in use will release current
mode. (After a photo image is taken, the mode will return automatically.)

The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

Photo Image Recording

√Sound[1]

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

PLAY Mode

√Tape

Photo Search
Audio Select

Search Cancel Exit

MENUOK

œœœœ /√√√√

SP

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Photo searching...

0:44:38:03

Search Cancel Exit

MENUOK

œœœœ /√√√√

SP

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25minPhoto Search

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Adjusting the LCD Bright/Color during Playback

The Camcorder : Playback

✤ The Playback function works only in PLAY mode.
✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen.

1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 38)

3. Open the LCD screen.

■

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

4. Press the œœ (REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.

■

To stop rewinding, press the ■ (STOP) button.

■

The Camcorder stops automatically after rewinding is complete.

5. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.

■

You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD screen.

■

To stop playback, press the ■ (STOP) button.

✤ You can adjust the LCD Bright/Color during playback.
✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in REC mode. (see page 34)

[ Notes ]

■

You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the Camcorder to a TV or VCR.
(see pages 70~71)

■

Various functions are available in PLAY mode. (see pages 72~73)

■

For searching and viewing still images recorded onto tape. (see page 67)

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The Camcorder : Playback

✤ The Speaker works only in PLAY mode.
✤ 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.

1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

2. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button to play the tape.

3. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the Quick menu selector to adjust the
volume.

■

A volume level display will appear on the LCD screen.
Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19 and you will not hear any sound
when the volume level is set on 00.

■

If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker.

[ Notes ]

■

When the Multi-AV cable is connected to the Camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the Built-In
Speaker and cannot adjust the volume.

■

The sound will return when you remove the connected Multi-AV cable from the jack of your Camcorder.

Controlling Sound from the Speaker

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Playback on the LCD Screen

Playback on a TV Monitor

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks

The Camcorder : Playback

✤ The Playback function works only in PLAY mode.

✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD screen when in a car or outdoors.

✤ To play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible. (see page 146)
✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camcorder.

1. Connect the Camcorder to your TV with the Multi-AV cable.

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The yellow jack: Video

■

The white jack: Audio(L)-mono

■

The red jack: Audio(R)
If you connect to a monaural 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 Power switch to PLAY.

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

■

Refer to the TV user’s manual.

4. Play the tape.

[ Notes ]

■

You may use an S-Video cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-Video jack on your TV.

■

Even if you use an S-Video cable, you need to connect an audio cable.

■

If you connect the cable to the AV/S-Video jack, you will not hear sound from the Camcorder's speakers.

■

If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).

Tape Playback

Camcorder

Multi-AV Cable

Video input-Yellow

Audio input
(left)-White

S-Video input

Audio input
(right)-Red

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The Camcorder : Playback

✤ You can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR.

1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable.

■

The yellow jack: Video

■

The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono

■

The red jack: Audio(R)

2. Connect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

4. Turn on both the TV and VCR.

■

Set the input selector on the VCR to Line.

■

Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set.

5. Play the tape.

✤ You can play the recorded tape in PLAY mode.

1. Connect a power source and set the Power switch to PLAY.

2. Insert the tape you wish to play back.

3. Using the œœ /√√ (REW/FF) buttons, find the first position you wish to play back.

4. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

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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.

[ Notes ]

■

The playback mode (SP/LP) is determined by the mode in which the tape was recorded.

■

If the VCR has an S-Video input jack, you may use S-Video for better quality.

■

The S-Video jack transmits video only. Connect audio cables for sound.

■

If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white
jack(Audio L).

Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks

Antenna

S-Video input

Multi-AV Cable

TV

VCR

Camcorder

Video input-Yellow

Audio input
(left)-White

Audio input
(right)-Red

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Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse)

Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

Playback Pause

The Camcorder : Playback

✤ This function works only in PLAY mode.
✤ The PLAY, STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control.
✤ The F.ADV (Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only.
✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your Camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in still or slow

modes for more than 3 minutes.

■

Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button during playback.

■

To resume playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

■

Press the œœ /√√ (REW/FF) buttons during playback or still mode.
To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

■

Keep pressing œœ /√√ (REW/FF) buttons during playback or still mode.
To resume normal playback, release the button.

■

Forward Slow playback

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

- To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

■

Reverse Slow Playback

- Press the œ» (-) button during forward slow play back.

- To resume forward slow playback, press the »√ (+) button.

- To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

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X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse)

Reverse Playback

The Camcorder : Playback

■

Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in still mode.

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

- The F.ADV function works in still mode only.

■

To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

- Forward frame advance

Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in still mode.

- Reverse frame advance

Press the œ» (-) button on the remote control to change the direction in F.ADV mode.
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control.

■

Forward X2 playback

- Press the X2 button on the remote control during playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

■

Reverse X2 playback

- Press the œ» (-) button during forward X2 playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button.

■

To playback in reverse at normal speed, press the œ» (-) button during normal forward playback.

■

Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) or »√ (+) button to return to normal forward playback.

[ Notes ]

■

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.

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Dubbing Sound

The Camcorder : Playback

✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in PLAY Mode.
✤ 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.
✤ Use the internal or an external microphone(not supplied) or other audio equipment.
✤ The original sound will not be erased.

1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

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If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to
the external MIC input jack on the Camcorder.

2. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button and find the time frame of the scene to

be dubbed.

3. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button to pause the scene.

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

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Audio Dubbing icon ( ) will be displayed.

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The Camcorder is ready for dubbing.

5. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing.

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Press the ■ (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.

[ Notes ]

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

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To utilize an external MIC or sound source, connect a microphone to the MIC jack or use the Multi-AV
cable to connect external sound source input.

Audio Dubbing

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1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

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

3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Tape, then press the Joystick(OK).

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select Audio Select, then press the Joystick(OK).

5. Move the Joystick up or down to select the audio playback channel, then press
the Joystick(OK).

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Sound[1]: play the original sound.

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Sound[2]: play the dubbed sound.

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MIX[1+2]: play back sound1 and 2 equally mixed.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

7. Press the √/» (PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape.

[ Note ]

When you playback added sound (Sound 2 or MIX mode), you may experience a loss of sound quality.

Dubbed Audio Playback

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

PLAY Mode

√Tape

Photo Search

Audio Select

√Sound[1]

Move Select Exit

MENUOK

PLAY Mode

√Tape

Photo Search
Audio Select

Sound[1]
Sound[2]
MIX[1+2]

20min

0:01:53:10

SP

√

Sound[2]

3

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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

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Connecting to other DV standard products.
A standard DV connection is quite simple.
If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable.

NOTE: Please be careful since there are two types of DV jacks, (4pin, 6pin). This Camcorder has a 4pin jack.

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With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images
to be transferred.

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If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install an IEEE 1394 add-on card into the PC. (not supplied)

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The frame rate for video capture is dependent on the capacity of the PC.

[ Notes ]

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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.

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When you transmit data from the Camcorder to PC, PC function button is not available in (Play) mode.

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Do not use the Camcorder and IEEE1394 together as this will cause IEEE1394 to shut off.

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Do not connect the Camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.

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Operation is not guaranteed for all computer environments recommended above.

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The IEEE1394 cable (DV cable)is sold separately.

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Video Capture software is commercially available.

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Most DV enabled PCs have a 6 pin jack. In this case, a 6pin/4pin cable is required for the connection.

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Most DV enabled Notebooks and Laptops have a 4 pin jack. Use a 4pin/4pin cable for the connection.

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DIS and Color Nite are not available in DV (IEEE1394) mode.

Connecting to a PC

Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.)

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections

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CPU: faster Intel®Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible.

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Operating system: Windows®98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2)

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Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM

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IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card

1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.

2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder
to the DV jack of the other DV device.

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Make sure that is displayed on the LCD screen.

3. Press the Start/Stop button to begin REC PAUSE mode.

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PAUSE is displayed on the LCD screen.

4. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.

5. Press the Start/Stop button to start recording.

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If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the Start/Stop button again.

6. To stop recording, press the

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(STOP) button.

[ Notes ]

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When using this Camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven,
however recorded pictures will not be affected.

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Operation is not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.

Recording with a DV Connection Cable

System Requirements

USB Connection speed depending on the System

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USB Interface

✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification)
✤ You can easily transfer a image from a Memory card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.
✤ You can transfer a recorded file in memory card to a 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.

High speed USB connection is supported by Microsoft (Windows) device drivers and Apple's Mac OS X.

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Windows 98SE/ME - Full Speed USB

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Windows 2000 - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 4 or later installed.

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Windows XP - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.

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Mac OS X - High speed USB on a system with 10.3. or later installed. (Only in CAMERA mode)

[ Notes ]

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USB 2.0 works only for removable disk functions.

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On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a long time.

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On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly.

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Intel®Pentium III™ or Pentium 4™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation.

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Mac, Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

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Windows®is a registered trademark of the Microsoft®Corporation.

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All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.

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Operations are not guaranteed for all of the recommended computer environments mentioned above.

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Do not connect the Camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.

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In CAMERA mode, be sure that the Memory card is inserted into Camcorder before connecting USB cable.
If no Memory card or an unformatted Memory card is inserted, PC will not recognize your Camcorder as a removable disk.

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USB Streaming requires Video Codec, DV Driver and DirectX 9.0.

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If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the Camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer will stop and the data may be damaged.

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If you connect the USB cable to a PC using a USB HUB or with other devices at the same time, it may cause conflict and may not work properly.
If this occurs, remove all other USB devices and try the connection again.

System Requirements

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

CPU Pentium III, 600MHz Pentium 4, 2GHz
OS Windows 98SE/ME Windows 2000/XP
Memory 128MB 512MB

HDD Capacity 1GB or more 2GB or more

Resolution 1024 x 768 dots 1024 x 768 dots

24-bit Color 24-bit Color

USB USB1.1 USB2.0 High Speed

Windows Environment

Minimum Recommended

G3 500MHZ G4 Processor

Mac OS 10.2 Mac OS 10.3

128MB 512MB or above

200MB (For applications only.

2GB or above

Apart from this,

1GB or more free space)

800 x 600 dots 1024 x 768 dots

16-bit color 24-bit color

USB 1.1 USB 2.0 High Speed

Macintosh Environment

Minimum Recommended

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Program Installation

USB Interface

✤ To play back MPEG moving pictures recorded by the camcorder or streaming data transferred

through the USB connection on a PC, the Video Codec program should be installed.

✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program.
✤ If another Camcorder or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.
✤ DV Media Pro User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD(D:\help\) in Adobe's Portable

Document Format(PDF) The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is
also included on the CD (D:\Support\AcrobatReader\AcroReader51_ENU_full.exe).

(The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of AdobeSystems,Inc.)

✤ DV Media Pro User’s Manual is in English.

1. Insert the software CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
Installation selection screen appears on the monitor.

2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inserting the CD, click “Run”
in the Windows “Start” menu and execute Autorun.exe file to begin installation.
When CD-ROM drive is set to “D:drive”, type “D:\autorun.exe” and press Enter.

3. Click the icons listed below to install the selected software.

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DV Driver Click

- USB removable Disk Driver (Windows

®

98SE only)

- USB PC CAMERA & STREAMING Driver (CAPTURE DRIVER)

- Connect a Camcorder to your PC to complete the DV Driver installation.

1) Set the camcorder Power switch to REC.

2) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable.

3) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC.

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DirectX 9.0 Click

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Video Codec Click
The Video Codec needs to be installed in order to play back the MPEG4 Movies
(stored in the Memory Card) on a PC or to use the USB Streaming/PC Camera functions.

[ Note ]

If a message saying “Digital Signature not found” or something similar appears, ignore the
message and continue with the installation.

Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 Program

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USB Interface

✤ To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC.
✤ You can use this Camcorder as a PC Camera. This is useful when connecting to a Web site that provides video chatting

functions.

✤ When using this camcorder for video conferencing (such as NetMeeting), voice communication may not be supported

depending on the video conferencing software. In this case, connect an external microphone to the soundcard of the PC to
enable voice communication.

✤ You can participate in video conferencing by using the Camcorder with PC Net-meeting program installed.
✤ The PC CAMERA's screen size (Transferred video frame rate for the PC Camera function is max 15 fps.)

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320X240 (QVGA) pixels for USB 1.1 connection.

✤ If PC is connected with the USB to the Camcorder, only the Zoom switch operates.

1. Set the Power switch to REC.

2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to

the USB connector on your computer.

Using the PC Camera Function

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USB Interface

✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC.
✤ You can view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming.
✤ You can also store it as a moving picture in the "avi" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC.

1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY.

2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to the USB jack on your computer.

3.

Setup and execute Windows Movie Maker or the Ulead VIDEO Studio Software application provided on the CD.

- For detailed instructions for Ulead VIDEO Studio use, refer to the program’s Help function.

- Windows Movie Maker is used for WINDOWS ME and XP users. (C:\program files\Movie maker\moviemk.exe)

✤ You can easily transfer data from a Memory card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).

2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to the USB jack on your computer.

3. To verify whether the removable disk has been properly recognized, open Windows Explorer and locate the removable disk.

1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC.

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If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB jack, the audio/video output is disabled.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Camcorder. (USB jack)

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If a PC is connected to the Camcorder with a USB cable, only the Zoom switch
operates.

✤ After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the

following way:

1. Select the removable disc icon and click the right mouse button to select [Eject].

2. Select [Confirm] and disconnect the USB cable when the Windows Splash screen
appears.

[ Notes ]

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If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the Camcorder while transferring, the
data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged.

■

If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB devices,
the Camcorder may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the Camcorder.

Using the USB Streaming Function

Using the removable Disk Function

Connecting to a PC

Disconnecting the USB Cable

USB Cable

Memory Card Functions

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Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation

✤ Turn the Mode Dial to select Camera mode by setting the selector as illustrated.
✤ Available Camera Modes are:

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(Program): Sets aperture and shutter speed automatically for the user’s convenience,

other settings are free to set by manual

■

SCENE: Preset Automatic Modes that contain predefined settings

■

A: Aperture Priority Mode

■

S: Shutter Speed Priority Mode

■

M: Full Manual Mode, you can customize options to suit your needs

■

MySET: Loads your frequent settings

■

(Movie): Movie Mode, records moving images into the Memory Card

■

(Play): Playback Mode (for still image and moving image)

✤ MMC, SD, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro are compatible.
✤ The Memory Card stores and manages still images recorded by the Camcorder.
✤ Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the Power switch to OFF.

✤ Recording/Viewing Still Images
✤ Protecting Images from accidental erasure (except MMC)
✤ Deleting Still Images stored in Memory Card
✤ Marking Still Images with Print Information
✤ Formatting Memory Cards

Terminals

Protection
Tab

Using the Mode Dial

Using the Memory Card

Terminals

Protection
Tab

Label

Ejecting a Memory Card

1. Open the Memory Card Cover.

2. Insert the Memory Card into the Slot until it softly clicks.

3. Close the Memory Card Cover.

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.

[ Notes ]

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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 still image or formatting the Memory Card.

■

Please 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 the Memory Card.

■

After pulling the card out from the camcorder, keep the Memory Cards in a soft case to prevent static shock.

■

The data stored on the card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or
repair. Save important images separately.

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Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.

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Inserting a Memory Card

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“Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Furthermore, “™” and “

®

” are not mentioned in each instance in this manual.

TM

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Number of Recordable Images/Time Length of Moving Image

✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in a JPEG file format on the Memory Card.
✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory Card.
✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder.

- A file number from DCAM0001 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image.

- Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC and recorded on the Memory Card.

[ Notes ]

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The above approximation is based on a 16MB Memory Stick under normal recording conditions.

■

The number of pictures that can be stored on a Memory Card depends on various conditions.

DCIM

100 SSDVC
DCAM 0001
DCAM 0002

101SSDVC

.

.

.
.

Memory Card Functions

Size

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2272x1704
2048x1536
1600x1200

1024x768

640x480

TIFF

Approx. 1
Approx. 1
Approx. 1
Approx. 2
Approx. 6

Approx. 15

SUPER FINE

Approx. 6
Approx. 7

Approx. 9
Approx. 15
Approx. 36
Approx. 95

FINE

Approx. 12
Approx. 15
Approx. 19
Approx. 31
Approx. 68

Approx. 158

NORMAL

Approx. 18
Approx. 23
Approx. 28
Approx. 47
Approx. 95

Approx. 238

Still Image

Size

640x480
320x240

30fps

Approx. 1min
Approx. 2min

15fps

Approx. 2min
Approx. 3min

Moving Image

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Numbering Stored Pictures

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory

Card.

✤ You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select FILE, then move the Joystick to the right.

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The RESET and SERIES options are displayed.

- RESET: When there are no files stored on the Memory card, the file numbering starts
from 0001.

- SERIES: When there are existing files, the image will be named as the number in the

sequence.

5. Select your option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU
button.

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The selected option is applied.

[ Notes ]

■

The file numbers start from DCAM0001 at the time of purchase.

■

Moving images are stored in the folder DCIM.

■

File numbering for a Memory Card that contains image files from another device, will begin after the largest
number.

■

A previously formatted Memory Card using a personal computer might require reformatting.

■

DCF ERROR message is displayed when it exceeds the limit. If this occurs, delete files or format your Memory
Card after moving your data stored in the Memory Card to a PC.

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SETUP
FILE

LANGUAGE
FORMAT
LCD
USB

RESET
SERIES

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Setting the Image Quality

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ Image Quality function works in (Program), M, S, A and SCENE modes.
✤ Set the level of image quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images

varies depending on the Memory Card capacity, image size and quality.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).

2. Set the Mode Dial to (Program), M, S, A or SCENE.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (QUALITY).

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The available options are listed.
TIFF TIFF – SUPER FINE – FINE – NORMAL

5. Select an option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU

button.

■

The icon of the selected mode will be displayed.

[ Notes ]

■

The actual number of pictures you can record varies depending on the image quality and size
settings.

■

The TIFF format does not compress the image and therefore produces a larger image size.

■

When TIFF is selected, Continuous Shot and AEB modes are not selectable.

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TIFF TIFF

SUPER FINE
FINE
NORMAL

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Setting the Image Size

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ Image Size function works in (Program), (Movie), M, S, A and SCENE modes.
✤ Set the image size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending

on the Memory Card capacity, image size and quality.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Set the Mode Dial to (Program), (Movie), M, S, A or SCENE.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SIZE).

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The available options are listed.
2592x1944 - 2272x1704 - 2048x1536 - 1600x1200 - 1024x768 - 640x480

5. Select an option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU
button.

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The selected option is applied.

[ Notes ]

■

The actual number of pictures you can record varies depending on the image quality and size
settings.

■

For photo development, the higher the resolution, the finer the image quality.

■

640x480 format is adequate for e-mail transfers.

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5

SIZE
2592X1944 2592

2272X1704 2272
2048X1536 2048
1600X1200 1600
1024X768 1024

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Setting the Menu Language

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu.
✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language from OSD List.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select LANGUAGE, then move the Joystick to the right.

■

The available options for LANGUAGE setting are displayed.

5. Select an option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU

button.

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The OSD language is refreshed in selected language.

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ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO

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LANGUAGE
FORMAT
LCD
USB

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Setting the LCD Brightness

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

■

The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select LCD, then move the Joystick to the right.

■

The available options are listed.
DARK – NORMAL – BRIGHT

5. Select an option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU
button.

■

The selected option is applied.

[ Notes ]

■

A brighter LCD screen setting consumes more battery power.

■

You may only adjust the brightness of Digital Still Camera mode in (CAMERA) mode.

■

If you want to adjust the brightness of Camcorder mode, see page 34.

■

The available menu items are displayed for the selected Camera mode.

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NORMAL
BRIGHT

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USB

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Setting the Clock

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on Time

Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select DATE & TIME, then move the Joystick to the right.

■

The year will be selected first.

5. Move the Joystick up or down to set the value. Move to next field by moving the Joystick to
the right.

6. Repeat Step 5 for the MONTH, DATE and TIME fields.

7. Move the Joystick to the right to select the Stamp Format, then move the Joystick up or
down to select the desired Stamp Format.

■

Available formats: ‘YY/MM/DD - MM/DD/’YY - DD/MM/’YY

8. When finished, press the Joystick(OK).
Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

[ Notes ]

■

If you remove the batteries from the camcorder for an extended period of time, or the batteries
become run down, you may need to reset the clock.

■

You can set the year up to 2037.

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05/01/01

00:00

‘YY/MM/DD

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LANGUAGE
FORMAT
LCD
USB
DATE&TIME

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Setting the IMPRINT Option

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

✤ IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a image. Your camera has a built-in clock

that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you
plan to use the date stamp to imprint the date and time on your image.

Before you begin!

✤ Set the Clock (refer to the previous page).

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select IMPRINT, then move the Joystick to the right.

■

The available options are listed.
OFF - DATE - DATE&TIME.

5. Select the desired option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or
MENU button.

■

The selected option is applied.

■

From now on, selected IMPRINT option will be applied to picture takings.

[ Notes ]

■

Every image has its date and time information, regardless of the IMPRINT setting.

■

Once the date and time information is stamped on the image, then it is not removable.

■

The LCD screen may not display full length of imprint information, you will see full information when
you copy to a PC or print the image. It is not malfunctioning.

■

If you remove the batteries from the Camcorder for an extended period of time, or the batteries
become run out, you may need to reset the clock.

■

A separate clock setting for Digital Still Camera mode is required.
For further information on Date & Time setup for the Camcorder, see page 35.

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LCD
USB
DATE&TIME
IMPRINT

OFF
DATE
DATE&TIME

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✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate in Camera mode.

Refer to page 31 for setting the Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder.

✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control provided, you can take a delayed image using the SELF

TIMER button (see page 103).

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

■

The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select WL.REMOTE, then move the Joystick to the right.

■

The available options are listed: OFF and ON.

5. Select an option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or MENU
button.

■

The selected option is applied.

[ Notes ]

Available Remote Control buttons in each mode:

- (Movie) for recording: Start/Stop, DISPLAY, W/T (before recording), SELF TIMER

- (Play) for movie: PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, FF, REW

-

(Program), M, S, A, SCENE, MySET: PHOTO, DISPLAY, W/T, SELF TIMER

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)

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SETUP

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BACK: SET:OK
LCD
USB
DATE&TIME
IMPRINT
WL.REMOTE

OFF
ON

SETUP

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BACK: SET:OK
DATE&TIME
IMPRINT
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND

OFF
ON

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Setting the Beep Sound

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

Setting the Shutter Sound

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

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select BEEP SOUND, then move the Joystick to the right.

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The available options are listed: OFF and ON.

5. Select the desired option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or
MENU button.

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The selected option is applied.

✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, with each press of the PHOTO button the

Shutter will sound.

1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP).

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The SETUP menu list will appear.

4. Move the Joystick up or down to select SHUTTER SOUND, then move the Joystick to the
right.

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The available options are listed: OFF and ON.

5. Select the desired option by moving the Joystick up or down, then press the Joystick(OK) or
MENU button.

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The selected option is applied.

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SETUP

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BACK: SET:OK
USB
DATE&TIME
IMPRINT
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND

OFF
ON

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Use of various Functions

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

Main Menu Sub Menu

Functions Page

Available mode

FILE
LANGUAGE
FORMAT
LCD
USB
DATE&TIME
IMPRINT
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
SHUTTER SOUND
Q.VIEW
OFF
START IMAGE1
START IMAGE2
START IMAGE3
2592 X 1944
2272 X 1704
2048 X 1536
1600 X 1200
1024 X 768
640 X 480
320 X 240
TIFF
SUPER FINE
FINE
NORMAL

Reset the file numbering
Set the OSD language
Format the Memory Card
Adjust the LCD brightness
USB data destination (PC/PRINTER)
Set the Date and Time
Set the imprint option (Date/Time)
Set the Wireless Remote acceptance
Set the beep sound for key press
Set the shutter sound
Adjust the Quick Review duration
Default starting image
Set a custom starting image
Set a custom starting image
Set a custom starting image

Change the image size

Supports MPEG mode only
Set to TIFF non-compressing format
Set to super fine image quality
Set to fine image quality
Set to normal image quality

SETUP

MYCAM

SIZE

QUALITY

MySET

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SCENE

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SCENE

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SCENE

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SCENE

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Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

Main Menu Sub Menu

Functions Page

Available mode

MULTI
SPOT
NORMAL
B & W
SEPIA
NEGATIVE
SOFT
NORMAL
VIVID
SINGLE
CONTINUOUS
AEB
OFF
2s SELF
10s SELF
MYSET1
MYSET2
MYSET3
NIGHT
PORTRAIT
CHILDREN
LANDSCAPE
CLOSE-UP
SUNSET
DAWN
BACKLIGHT
FIREWORKS
BEACH&SNOW

Set the metering to MULTI
Set the metering to SPOT
No special effect
Converts colors into Black and White
Converts color info. to brown tone
Reverses colors

Changes sharpness setting

Normal single image shooting
3 continuous image shootings
3 continuous pictures with exposure bracketing
No delay
Set to 2 seconds
Set to 10 seconds

Stores current setting for quick recall

Provides a quick access to preset SCENE modes

METERING

EFFECT

SHARPNESS

SHOOTING

SELF TIMER

SAVE

SCENE

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, M, S, A (except AEB)

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[ Note ]

Pressing the DISPLAY button while the menu is displayed makes the LCD screen clearer by changing the background into black.

Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

Main Menu Sub Menu

Functions Page

Available mode

30fps
15fps
STANDARD
INDEX

PRINT SIZE
CANCEL
RIGHT(90°)
LEFT(90°)
UPDOWN(180°)
2272 X 1704
2048 X 1536
1600 X 1200
1024 X 768
640 X 480
START IMAGE

INTERVAL
REPEAT
START
ONE PIC
SELECT
ALL PICs
SELECT
ALL

Sets the frame rate of MPEG moving images

Standard DPOF printing function
Prints an Index page of all the images stored in the
Memory Card.
Selects the size of images to print
Cancels the current settings for selected menu item

Rotates the selected image

Downsizes the selected image

Resize an image to “START IMAGE” to change your
starting image.
Sets the interval between slides.
Turns the REPEAT option ON or OFF
Starts the Slide Show.
Protects images from accidental erasure

Deletes Selected images

FRAME RATE

DPOF

RO TATE

RESIZE

SLIDE

PROTECT

DELETE

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