Samsung VP-D20, VP-D20i, VP-D21, VP-D21i User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

ELECTRONICS

VP-D20/D21
VP-D20i/D21i

AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display

Owner’s Instruction Book

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

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

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Contents

Notes and Safety Instructions 6
Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11

Features ···················································································································································································································· 11
Accessories Supplied with camcorder ····································································································································································· 12
Front & Left View ······································································································································································································ 13
Left side View ··········································································································································································································· 14
Right & Top View ······································································································································································································ 15
Rear & Bottom View ································································································································································································· 16
Remote control ········································································································································································································· 17
OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) ································································································································· 18

Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) ····················································································································································· 19

Preparation 20

How to use the Remote Control ·············································································································································································· 20

Battery Installation for the Remote Control ························································································································································ 20

Self Record using the Remote Control ······························································································································································· 20
Lithium Battery Installation··························································································································································································21
Adjusting the Hand Strap ························································································································································································ 22

Hand strap ··········································································································································································································· 22

Shoulder strap·······································································································································································································22
Connecting a Power Source ···················································································································································································· 23

To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable ··················································································································································· 23
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ········································································································································································· 24

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ······························································································································································· 24

Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type ············································································································· 25

Battery level display ···························································································································································································· 26
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ··········································································································································································· 27

BASIC Recording 28

Making your First Recording ···················································································································································································· 28

Record Search (REC SEARCH) ······································································································································································· 29
Hints for Stable Image Recording ············································································································································································ 30

Recording with the LCD monitor ······································································································································································· 30

Recording with the Viewfinder ··········································································································································································· 30

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Adjusting the LCD ···································································································································································································· 31
Using the VIEWFINDER ························································································································································································· 32

Adjusting the Focus ···························································································································································································· 32

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ··············································································································································· 33

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ·········································································································································································· 34

Controlling Sound from the Speaker ······································································································································································· 34

Advanced Recording 35

Use of various Functions ·························································································································································································· 35

Setting menu items ····························································································································································································· 35
Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode············································································································································· 35
Availability of functions in each mode ································································································································································ 36
CLOCK SET ······································································································································································································· 37
REMOCON ········································································································································································································ 38
BEEP SOUND ··································································································································································································· 39
DEMONSTRATION ···························································································································································································· 40
PROGRAM AE ··································································································································································································· 42
Setting the PROGRAM AE ················································································································································································· 43
WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ································································································································································ 44
Zooming In and Out with DIGITALZOOM ························································································································································· 45
Zooming In and Out ···························································································································································································· 45
Digital Zoom ······································································································································································································· 46
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ·············································································································································································· 47
DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT ······························································································································································· 48
Selecting an effect ······························································································································································································· 49
REC MODE ········································································································································································································ 50
AUDIO MODE ···································································································································································································· 51
WIND CUT ········································································································································································································· 52
DATE/TIME ········································································································································································································ 53
TV DISPLAY ······································································································································································································· 54

Using Quick Menu ··································································································································································································· 55

Setting the Quick menu ······················································································································································································ 56
SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ··································································································································································· 57

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SLOW SHUTTER(Low Shutter Speed) ·································································································································································· 58
EASY Mode (for Beginners) ····················································································································································································· 59
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ········································································································································································· 60

Auto Focusing ····································································································································································································· 60

Manual Focusing ································································································································································································· 60
BLC (Back Light Compensation) ·············································································································································································· 61
Fade In and Out ········································································································································································································ 62

To Start Recording ······························································································································································································ 62

To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ···················································································· ···························································· 62
Audio dubbing ·········································································································································································································· 63

Dubbing sound.···································································································································································································· 63

Dubbed Audio Playback ······················································································································································································ 64
PHOTO Image Recording ························································································································································································ 65

Searching for a PHOTO picture ········································································································································································· 65
NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording)···········································································································································································66
POWER NIGHT CAPTURE ·······················································································································································································67
Using the VIDEO LIGHT ····························································································································································································68
Various Recording Techniques ················································································································································································· 69

Playback 70

Tape Playback ·········································································································································································································· 70

Playback on the LCD ·························································································································································································· 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 while in PLAYER 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
ZERO MEMORY ····································································································································································································· 74
PB DSE (Playback Digital Special Effects) ······························································································································································ 75
PB ZOOM ················································································································································································································ 76

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Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D20i/D21i only) 77
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer 78

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections ····························································································································· 78

Connecting to a DV device ················································································································································································· 78
Connecting to a PC ····························································································································································································· 78
System requirements ·························································································································································································· 79
Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D20i/D21i only)······························································································································ 79

USB interface (VP-D21/D21i only) 80

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ········································································································································ 80
System Requirements ······························································································································································································ 80
Installing DVC Media 5.0 Program············································································································································································ 81
Connecting to a PC ·································································································································································································· 82

Maintenance 83

After finishing a recording ························································································································································································· 83
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ································································································································································ 84

Cleaning the Video Heads ······································································································ ············································································ 84

Using Your Camcorder Abroad ················································································································································································· 85

Power sources ···································································································································································································· 85
Colour system ····································································································································································································· 85

Troubleshooting 86

Troubleshooting ········································································································································································································ 86

Self Diagnosis Display ························································································································································································ 86
Moisture Condensation ········································································································· ·············································································· 86

Specifications 88
INDEX 89
Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) 90

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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.

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

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

5. Recording with the LCD screen closed.

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Notices regarding COPYRIGHT (VP-D20i/D21i only)

Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.

Notes regarding moisture condensation

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

for example:

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

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

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

Notes regarding CAMCORDER

1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (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.

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Notes regarding the battery pack

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

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

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

- Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Dropping the battery pack may damage it.

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

- It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making long
recordings, because the LCD uses up more battery power.

* When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.

The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

- To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shape distorts playback,
or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type
cleaning cassette.

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

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Note regarding the LENS

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

Notes regarding electronic viewfinder

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

2. Do not pick up the camcorder from the viewfinder.

3. Over-rotating of the viewfinder may damage it.

Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ using the LCD

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

2. When you use the LCD display 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 monitor.

Notes regarding the hand strap

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

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

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Precautions regarding the Lithium battery

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

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

3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will flash for about five seconds when you set the
power switch to CAMERA.

In this case, replace the lithium battery with a new one(type CR2025 ).

4. 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.

Notice regarding VIDEO LIGHT

Danger:

- The Video Light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it during operation or after turning it off, otherwise serious injury

may result. Wait 5 minutes (approx.) for the light to cool down.

- Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light.

The video light will be hot. Please allow time for it to cool down.

- Do not use it near flammable or explosive materials.

- It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs.

- Not to be handled by children. Emits intense heat and light. Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.

DANGER: DO NOT DIRECT LIGHT AT PERSONS OR MATERIALS LOCATING LESS THAN FOUR FEET

DURING USE. DISCONNECT WHEN NOT IN USE.

DANGER: TO PREVENT POSSIBLE BURN HAZARD, DISCONNECT THE SUPPLY CORD AND ALLOW THE

LAMP TO COOL DOWN BEFORE REPLACING.

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Features

• Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394

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

• USB interface for digital image data transfer (VP-D21/D21i only)

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

• PHOTO

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

• 800x Digital zoom

Allows you to magnify an image up to 800 times its original size.

• Colour TFT LCD

A high-resolution colour 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

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.

• NIGHT CAPTURE

The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.

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Accessories Supplied with camcorder

Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera.

Basic Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery pack

2. AC Power Adapter

3. AC Cord

4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable

5. S-VIDEO cable

6. Instruction Book

7. Lithium batteries for Remote Control and Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025, 2 EA)

8. Remote Control

9. Shoulder strap

10.USB cable (VP-D21/D21i only)

11.Software CD (VP-D21/D21i only)

Optional Accessory

12.Scart adapter

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4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable

7. Lithium batteries (2EA)
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10. USB cable

12. Scart adapter

2. AC Power Adapter

5. S-VIDEO cable

8. Remote Control

11. Software CD

3. AC cord

6. Instruction Book

9. Shoulder strap

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3. Video Light

8. IR(Infrared) Light

4. Remote sensor

1. Internal MIC

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6. EASY button (see page 59)

7. TFT LCD monitor

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Left Side View

1. Function buttons

2. PB zoom

3. Display

4. V. light

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3. Display

4. V. light

5. DV jack

6. DC jack

7. ENTER button

8. MENU dial

9. Speaker

10. MENU button

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1. Zoom lever

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4. Power switch

1. Zoom lever

2. PHOTO button (see page 65)

3. START/STOP button

4. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)

5. Hook for handstrap

6. External MIC in

7. Audio/Video jack

8. S-VIDEO jack

10. NIGHT CAPTURE switch

9. USB jack (VP-D21/D21i only)

8. S-VIDEO jack

7. Audio/Video jack

6. External MIC in

5. Hook for handstrap

9. USB jack (VP-D21/D21i only)

10. NIGHT CAPTURE switch

11. Slow shutter

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Rear & Bottom View

1. Charging indicator

2. Battery Release

3. Lithium battery cover

7. Tripod receptacle

6. Focus adjust knob

4. Hook for shoulder strap

1. Charging indicator

2. Battery Release

3. Lithium battery cover

4. Hook for shoulder strap

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6. Focus adjust knob

7. Tripod receptacle

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2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

6. A.DUB

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. Direction

1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER (see page 20)

4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74)

5. PHOTO Search

6. A.DUB (see page 63)

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8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

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17. Zoom

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

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13. (STILL)

12. (STOP)

11. F. ADV

10. Direction ( , )

11. F. ADV (see page 73)

12. (STOP)

13. (STILL)

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15. DATE/TIME

16. X2 (see page 73)

17. Zoom

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OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes)

1. Battery level (see page 26)

2. Easy mode (see pages 59)

3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48)

4. Program AE (see page 42)

5. White Balance mode (see page 44)

6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 61)

7. Manual focus (see page 60)

8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE (see page 57)

9. Zoom position (see page 45)

10. NIGHT CAPTURE (see page 66)

11. DATE/TIME (see page 53)

12. USB (VP-D21/D21i only)

13. REMOCON

14. WIND CUT (see page 52)

15. Audio recording mode (see page 51)

16. Zero memory indicator (see page 74)

17. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)

18. Tape Counter

19. Operating mode

20. Record speed mode

21. PHOTO mode

22. Self recording and waiting timer (see page 20)

23. DIS (see page 47)

24. Volume control (see page 34)

25. Audio playback channel

26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (VP-D20i/D21i only) (see page 79)

27. DEW (see page 7)

28. Message Line

29. PB DSE (see page 75)

30. PB zoom/enter (see page 76)

31. Video light (see page 68)

32. POWER NIGHT CAPTURE (see page 67)

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display)

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Turning OSD on/off

Press the DISPLAY button on the left side panel.

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

- When you turn the OSD off,
In CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q 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 PLAYER mode: When you press any Function button, the function is displayed
on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.

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Turning the DATE/TIME on/off

- The DATE/TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF.

- To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode. (see page 53)

- You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF. (see page 55)
(only in CAMERA mode)

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START/

STOP

SELF
TIMER

A.DUB

ZERO

MEMORY

PHOTO DISPLAY

X2

SLOW

F.ADV

PHOTO

SEARCH

DATE/
TIME

S

A

M

S

U

N

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A

M

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D

E

R

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Preparation

How to use the Remote Control

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

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

- You purchase the camcorder.

- The remote control doesn’t work.

✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings.
✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.

Self Record using the Remote Control

When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins
automatically in 10 seconds.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

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

3. Press the START/STOP button to start the timer.

- After a 10 second wait, recording starts.

- Press START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording.

Self

Timer

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Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

✤ The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power

adapter is removed.

✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power

switch to CAMERA.
When this occurs, replace the lithium battery with CR2025 type.

1. Open the Lithium battery cover from the camera.

2. Position the Lithium cell in the holder,
with the positive ( ) terminal face outward.

3. Close the lithium battery cover.

Reference 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.

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Preparation

Adjusting the Hand Strap

It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.
The hand strap enables you to :

- Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.

- Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.

Hand strap

a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap.
b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover.
c. Close the Hand Strap cover again.

Shoulder Strap

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

1. Insert the end of strap into the Shoulder Strap hook on the camcorder.
Insert the other end of strap into ring inside hand strap.

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

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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.

To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable

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

2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket.
Reference

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

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

camcorder.

4. Set the camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab

on the power switch and turning it to the CAMERA or
PLAYER 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.

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

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

3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket on the camcorder.

4. Turn the Camera power switch to off, and the charging indicator will
start to flash, showing that the battery is charging.

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

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 if it is left connected to the camcorder.

5

Reference

■

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.

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Preparation

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type.

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

Actual recording time depends on usage.

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Battery

SB-L110

SB-L220

Time

Charging

time

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

3hr 30min

Continuous recording time

LCD ON EVF ON

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

3hr 10min

Approx.

2hr

Approx.

4hr 10min

Reference

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

■

The battery pack should never be charged in a room 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, even when it is fully recharged.

■

Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (fire or flames, for example).

■

Do not disassemble, process, pressure, 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 fire and overheating.

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Preparation

Battery level display

•

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining
in the battery pack.

a. Fully charged
b. 20~40% used
c. 40~80% used
d. 80~95% used
e. Completely used (flickers)

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

✤ Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording times.
✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.

The recording time becomes very short 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 may differ when you
actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the
approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions.

Tips for Battery Identification

A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been
charged or not.
Two colours are provided (red and grey)-you may choose which one indicates charged and
which indicates discharged.

a
b

c
d

e

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Preparation

DO NOT PUSH IN THE COMPARTMENT

DO NOT PUSH IN THE COMPARTMENT

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force.

This may cause a malfunction.

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

1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE OPEN/EJECTswitch and open
the cassette door.

- The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically.

2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and
the protection tab toward the top.

3. Press the area labelled PUSH on the cassette holding mechanism until
it clicks into place.

- The cassette is loaded automatically.

4. Close the cassette door.

- Close the door completely until you can hear a “click”.

Reference

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 write-protect tab
back so that it covers the hole.

•

How to keep 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.

1

3

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2

4

push

a. SAVE

b. REC

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Basic Recording

Making your First Recording

1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder.
(see page 23)
(A battery pack or a AC power adapter)

■

Insert a cassette. (see page 27)

2. Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand
strap.

3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position.

■

Open the LCD monitor.

■

Make sure that STBY is displayed.

■

If the protection tab of the cassette is open,
STOP and PROTECTION! will be displayed.

■

Make sure the image you want to record
appears in the LCD monitor 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 in the LCD.
To stop recording, press the START/STOP
button again.

■

STBY is displayed in the LCD.

1

4

2

3

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Basic Recording

When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used,
it will switch off automatically.
To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.
This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.

Record Search (REC SEARCH)

✤ You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, -- function in STBYmode.

REC SEARCH -- enables you to play the recording backwards and
REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as you keep each
button pressed down.

✤ If you press the REC SEARCH -- button in STBY mode, your camcorder will play

in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically.

Reference

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

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Basic Recording

Hints for Stable Image Recording

■

While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly.

■

Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure)

Recording with the LCD monitor

1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

2. Place your right elbow against your side.

3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it.
Do not touch the built-in microphone.

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.

Recording with the Viewfinder

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.
Do not forget to breathe gently.

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.

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CAM MODE

VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

LCD ADJUST

VIEWER SET

BRIGHT SELECT . . . . NORMAL

BRIGHT ADJUST . . . . . . [ 1 8 ]

COLOUR ADJUST . . . . . [ 1 8 ]

Basic Recording

Adjusting the LCD

✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you

to view what you are recording or playing back directly.

✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example),

you can adjust ;

■

BRIGHT SELECT

■

BRIGHT ADJUST

■

COLOUR ADJUST

1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA position.

■

In the PLAYER mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is playing.

2. Open the LCD screen, and the LCD switches on.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL so that VIEWER is highlighted and then
press the ENTER button.

5. Turn the MENU DIAL so that LCD ADJUSTis highlighted.

6. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

7. Turn the MENU DIAL so that it highlights the menu item you want to
adjust (BRIGHT SELECT, BRIGHT ADJUST, COLOUR ADJUST).

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8. Press the ENTER button again.

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You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and press the ENTER button to save the setting.

■

Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOUR ADJUST.

■

You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUSTbetween 00 ~ 35.

9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting.

Using the VIEWFINDER

✤ The VIEWFINDER will not work when the LCD is open.

Adjusting the Focus

Use the focus adjustment knob of the VIEWFINDER to focus the picture.
(refer to figure )

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Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD

✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor.
✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place.

1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position.

2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 27)

3. Open the LCD screen.
Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary.

4. Press the (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.

■

To stop the PLAYoperation, press the (STOP) button.

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Reference

■

You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 70)

■

Various functions are available in playback mode. (see page 72)

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0 : 2 3 : 4 7

5 5 min

VOL. [ 1 1 ]

1 0 : 0 0

1 0 . J A N . 2 0 0 3

VOL / MF

Basic Recording

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY

✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback.
✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 31)

Controlling Sound from the Speaker

The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only.

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

- Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode.

- 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 PLAYER mode.

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

3. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the MENU DIALto adjust the volume.

■

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

■

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

Reference

■

When the cable is connected to the A/V jack, you cannot hear sound from the speaker and
cannot adjust the volume.

■

But, even if cable is connected to the A/V jack, you can hear sound from the speaker when AV
IN/OUT MODE on MENU is set to AV IN MODE. (VP-D20i/D21i only)

■

You can hear sound from speaker by removing the connected cable from the A/V jack

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Advanced Recording

Use of various Functions

Setting menu items

●

MENU

INITIAL

CAMERA

A/V

VIEWER

Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode

●

SUB MENU

CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
DEMO

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D. ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE
AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT
PB DSE
AV IN/OUT
(VP-D20i/D21i only)

LCD ADJUST
DATE/TIME
TV DISPLAY

1. Press the MENU button.
The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( HIGHLIGHT ) indicates the feature you are currently adjusting.

2. Use the MENU DIAL and press the ENTER button on the left side panel to select and activate the item.

3. You can exit the menu mode by pressing the MENU button.

Available mode

CAMERA

✔
✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

PLAYER

✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔

✔
✔
✔

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Availability of functions in each mode

Requested

Operating
Mode

D.ZOOM

SLOW SHUTTER

Digital Special Effects

NIGHT CAPTURE

Mode

DIS

PHOTO

Digital functions

DIS

D.ZOOM

OO

✕✕

O
O

PHOTO

(TAPE)

OO

✕

O
O

O
O
OO

SLOW

SHUTTER

*

✕

O

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

: The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

* : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

(the data during the operating mode will be backed up)

Reference

■

When a menu item on the LCD is marked with an , that item cannot be activated.

■

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

X

Digital

special

effects

OO
O

✕

O

✕

NIGHT

CAPTURE

O
O
O

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE

DEMONSTRATION

BEEP SOUND

SET TIME!

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

1 0 : 0 0

1 0 . J A N . 2 0 0 3

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CLOCK SET

✤ CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes.

✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape.

Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME.

1. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK SET from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enter SETTING mode.

■

A blinking item indicates the item to be changed. The year will blink first.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, change the year setting.

6. Press the ENTER button.

■

The month will blink.

7. Using the MENU DIAL, change the month setting.

8. Press the ENTER button.

■

The day will blink.

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

10.Press the ENTER button after setting the minutes.

■

The word COMPLETE! will appear, and a few seconds later, the menu screen will
automatically return to the sub menu.

11.To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE

DEMONSTRATION

BEEP SOUND

Advanced Recording

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REMOCON

✤ THE REMOCON function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes.
✤ The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder.

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select WL.REMOTE from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enable or disable the remote control.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

■

If you set the remote to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote icon will the remote
control icon will blink for 3 seconds and disappear on the LCD.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
BEEP SOUND

DEMONSTRATION

WL.REMOTE

●

BEEP SOUND

✤ THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes.
✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function.

Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value.

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button.

3. Use the MENU DIAL to select BEEP SOUND from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enable or disable the BEEP SOUND.
The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

■

You will hear a Beep Sound when you select the ON setup.

■

When you press the START/STOP button to start recording, the BEEP SOUND is
automatically set to OFF so you can’t hear it any longer.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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Advanced Recording

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DEMONSTRA TION

✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your

camcorder so that you may use them more easily.

✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape

inserted in the camcorder.

✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF.

Reference

■

The DEMONSTRATION function only works without a TAPE installed.

■

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

■

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

■

While setting the NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, the DEMONSTRATION function does not work.

SAMSUNG

[DIGITAL CAMCORDER]

DEMONSTRATION

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CAM MODE

INITIAL CLOCK SET

WL. REMOTE
BEEP SOUND
DEMO

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
WL.REMOTE

DEMONSTRATION

BEEP SOUND

Setting the DEMONSTRATION

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL.

4. Select DEMONSTRATION from the submenu and press the ENTER button.

5. To activate the DEMONSTRATION, set DEMONSTRATION ON.

■

Press the menu button to quit the menu.

■

The demonstration will begin.

6. To end the DEMONSTRATION, set the DEMONSTRATION to OFF.

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PROGRAM AE

✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.
✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field.

■

AUTO mode

- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

- To be used in normal conditions.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 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 1/50 to 1/1000 per second.

■

SPOTLIGHT mode ( )

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

■

SAND/SNOW mode ( )

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

■

High S. SPEED(High Shutter Speed) mode ( )

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

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE

AUTO
SPORTS
PORTRAIT
SPOTLIGHT
SAND / SNOW
HIGH S. SPEED

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

Setting the PROGRAM AE

1. Press the MENU button.

■

The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu.

4. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the PROGRAM AE mode.

■

Press the ENTER button to confirm the PROGRAM AE mode.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

AUTO
HOLD

WHT. BALANCE

INDOOR
OUTDOOR

CAMERA SET

Advanced Recording

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WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)

✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any recording condition.
✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality colour of the image.

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AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.

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HOLD ( ) :This fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.

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INDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.

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OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select WHT.BALANCE from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the WHITE BALANCE mode.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the WHITE BALANCE mode.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

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While setting the NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, the WHT.BALANCE function does not work.

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The WHT.BALANCE function will not operate in EASY mode.

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Turn the digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.

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If you have set the white balance and lighting conditions changes, reset the white balance.

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

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Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM

✤ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only.

Zooming In and Out

✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.

For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.

✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.
✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use

of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.

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1. Move the zoom lever slightly for

1-1 1-2

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

TELE

farther away.

WIDE

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You can record a subject that is a minimum of 1 m (about 2.65 feet) away from the lens surface in the TELE position,
or about 10 mm (about 0.5 inch) away in the WIDE position.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

D . ZOOM

OFF
100x
200x
400x
800x

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

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Digital Zoom

✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally.
✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how

much you zoom in on the subject.

✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47)

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select D.ZOOM from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to setup the 100x, 200x, 400x, 800x digital zoom function or
to turn the feature OFF.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

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PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA SET

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DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer)

✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ 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:

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Recording with the zoom

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Recording a small object close-up

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Recording and walking at the same time

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Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL highlight to CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

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The sub menu list will appear.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL to activate the DIS function, press the ENTER button.

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The DIS menu is changed to ON.

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

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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Reference

It is recommended that you deactivate the shake compensation function when using a tripod.
If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate

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DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT

✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects.
✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
✤ There are 9 DSE modes.

a. ART mode

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

b. MOSAIC mode

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

c. SEPIA mode

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

d. NEGA mode

This mode reverses the colours of the images, creating a negative image.

e. MIRROR mode

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

f. BLK & WHT mode

This mode changes the images to black and white.

g. EMBOSS mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).

h. CINEMA mode

This mode covers the upper/lower portions of the screen to give a cinematic effect.

i. MAKE - UP mode

This mode allows the images to be selected in red, green, blue or yellow colours.

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CAM MODE

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA SET

CAM MODE

INITIAL

PROGRAM AE
WHT. BALANCE
D.ZOOM
DIS
DSE SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

DSE SELECT

OFF

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MOSAIC
SEPIA

CAMERA SET

NEGA
MIRROR
BLK&WHT

Selecting an effect

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the DSE mode.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

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While setting the NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, the DSE function does not work.

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The DSE function will not operate in EASY mode.

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CAM MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT
PB DSE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND[1]

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

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REC MODE

✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D20i/D21i only) modes.
✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.

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

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

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER (VP-D20i/D21i only) mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select REC MODE from the submenu and press the ENTER button.

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The REC MODE toggles between SP and LP with each press.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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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.

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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 between scenes.

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Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality.

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CAM MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND[1]

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

PB DSE

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INITIAL

WIND CUT
PB DSE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
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AUDIO SELECT

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AUDIO MODE

✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D20i/D21i only) modes.
✤ This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit)

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12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks.

The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.

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1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select the AUDIO MODE from the menu and press the ENTER button.

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The AUDIO MODE toggles between 12bit-16bit with each push.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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.

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CAM MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND[1]

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

PB DSE

CAM MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT
PB DSE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

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WIND CUT

✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D20i/D21i only) modes.
✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.

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

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button.

4. Select WIND CUT from submenu.

5. This feature toggles ON/OFF each time you press the ENTER button.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.

Reference

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

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Use the WIND CUT when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.

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CAM MODE

VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

CAM MODE

DATE / TIME

VIEWER SET

DATE
TIME
DATE&TIME

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✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes.
✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DATE/TIME.

4. Press the ENTER button to select the sub-menu.

5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the DATE/TIME mode.

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You can choose to display - the OFF, DATE, TIME, DATE/TIME

- OFF only

- DATE only

- TIME only

- DATE & TIME

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To return to the previous menu, highlight the DATE/TIME in the middle of the and
press the ENTER button.

6. To exit, press the MENU button.
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The DATE/TIME is not affected by the OSD ON/OFF (DISPLAY) button.

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The DATE/TIME will read “- - -” 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 Camera’s memory.

- When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead.

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Before you can use the DATE/TIME function, you must set the Clock.
See CLOCK SET on page 37.

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VIEWER SET

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

CAM MODE

INITIAL

LCD ADJUST
DATE / TIME
TV DISPLAY

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A/V
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TV DISPLAY

✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMERA, PLAYER modes.
✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).

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OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only.

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ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, EVF and TV.

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Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the

LCD/EVF/TV.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA, PLAYER mode.

2. Press the MENU button.

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The menu list will appear.

3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button.

4. Select the TV DISPLAY mode in list, press the ENTER button.

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The DISPLAYmode switches between ON/OFF with each push.

5. To exit, press the MENU button.

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Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu)

✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode.
✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU DIAL.

This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus.

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DA TE/TIME

- Each time you select DATE/TIME and press the ENTER button, it will be displayed in the order of
DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF. (see page 53)

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WL.REMOTE( )

- Each time you select WL.REMOTE and press the ENTER button, the WL.REMOTE is switched to
either enabled ( ) or disabled ( ) .

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DIS( )

- Each time you select DIS and press the ENTER button, the DIS icon is displayed or set to OFF.

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DSE(Digital Special Effect) (see page 48)

- Each time you select DSE and press the ENTER button, the DSE preset values are applied or set to OFF.
DSE values will not switch between On and Off if they have not been preset in the menu.

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PROGRAM AE (see page 42)

- Each time you select PROGRAM AE and press the ENTER button, you can choose between the preset PROGRAM AE
values and AUTO. You can’t choose between Auto and the PROGRAM AE values if the values have not been preset in
the regular menu.

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SHUTTER
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■ WHT. BALANCE (see page 44)

- Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the ENTER button, you can choose between
preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between
Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset.

■ FOCUS (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) (see page 60)

- Each time you select FOCUS and press the ENTER button, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or
Auto Focus ( ).

■ SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

- You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( ) icon and pressing the MENU DIAL.
For more information, see the next chapter.

Setting the Quick menu

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to select a function you want and then press
the ENTER button to change the values.

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If you are using the M.FOCUS(MF) function,
you cannot use the Quick menu.
If you want to use the Quick menu function,
release the M.FOCUS(MF) mode.

DSE

PROGRAM AE

WHT. BALANCE

FOCUS

SHUTTTER

EXPOSURE

DIS

WL.REMOTE

DATE/TIME

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SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERAmode.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu.
✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see icon( ) on, and then press the ENTER button.

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You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.

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Turn the MENU DIAL to select the item you want and then press the ENTER button.

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SHUTTER SPEED can be set to 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 or 1/10000.

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EXPOSURE can be set between 00 and 29.

3. To exit from the setting screen, select the icon( ) and press the ENTER button.
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If you want to use the selected shutter speed and exposure value, you should begin the recording with
the shutter speed and the exposure adjustment screens displayed on the LCD.

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If you manually change the shutter speed and the exposure value when Auto-exposure option is selected,
manual changes are applied first.

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SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed)

✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed to
1/25, 1/13, 1/6, off.

4. To exit, press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

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When using "SLOW SHUTTER" the image takes on a slow motion like effect.

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The SLOW SHUTTER function will not operate with EASY.

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✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.

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1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

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

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Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and DIS ( ) will be displayed.

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The word “EASY.Q” will appear on the LCD at the same time.
However, the DATE/TIME will only be seen if it has been previously set. (see page 53)

3. Press START/STOP to start recording.

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Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

4. Pressing the EASY button again in the STBY mode and then turns the EASY mode off.

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The EASY function will not turn off when you have recording.

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

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In EASY mode, certain functions are not available, such as MENU, BLC, MF/AF.

- If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off.

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The EASY mode settings are deleted when the battery pack is uninstalled from the camcorder and
therefore, they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

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MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

✤ The MF/AF function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus

feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

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

and/or unreliable.

Auto Focusing

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

use of Auto Focus.

Manual Focusing

✤ In the following cases 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 CAMERA mode.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL and select the FOCUS menu.
3 Press the ENTER button.

4. Turn the MENU DIAL up or down until the object is in focus.

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5. To return to AF(Auto Focus: ), press the ENTER button again.

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BLC (Back Light Compensation)

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

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The subject is in front of a window.

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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.

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The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

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The light sources are too bright.

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The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.

2. Press the BLC button.

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Normal - BLC - Normal

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BLC enhances the subject.

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While setting the NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, the BLC function does not work.

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The BLC function will not operate in EASY mode.

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FADE

FADE

Advanced Recording

Fade In and Out

✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using

special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a

sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence.

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To Start Recording

1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.

The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).

2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release

the FADE button. Recording starts and the picture and

sound gradually appear (fade in).

To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT)

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

FADE button. The picture and sound gradually

disappear (fade out).

4. When the picture has disappeared,

press the START/STOP button to stop recording.

Press the FADE button a. FADE OUT Gradual disappearance

a. FADE OUT (Approx. 4 seconds)

b. FADE IN (Approx. 4 seconds)

Gradual appearance b. FADE IN Release the FADE button

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Audio dubbing

✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode.
✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.
✤ Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment.
✤ The original sound will not be erased.

Dubbing sound

1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

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

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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, connect the
AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the camcorder by inserting the cable jack into the
A/V in/out terminal at the left side of the camcorder. (VP-D20i/D21i only)

- Press the MENU button, turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the
ENTER button.

- Turn the MENU DIALto highlight AV IN/OUT and press the ENTER button to
select AV IN.

2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button and find the timeframe 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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A.DUB will be displayed on the LCD.

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The camcorder is in a ready-to-dub state for dubbing.

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

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Press the (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.

(VP-D20i/D21i only)

Audio (R)Audio (L)

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Reference

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You can not use the audio dubbing function while playing a write protected video tape.

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When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, you must connect the AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the audio system from
which you wish to record. (VP-D20i/D21i only)

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PLAYER MODE

A / V SET

AUDIO SELECT

SOUND [ 1 ]
SOUND [ 2 ]
MIX [ 1 + 2 ]

PLAYER MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND[1]

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

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Dubbed audio Playback

1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button.

2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.

3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel.

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Press the ENTER button to confirm the audio playback channel.

- SOUND1 : play the original sound.

- SOUND2 : play the dubbed sound.

- MIX(1+2) : play back SOUND1 and 2 equally mixed.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

8. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape.
Reference

When you playback added sound (SOUND2 or MIX mode), you may experience loss of sound quality.

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PLAYER MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT
PB DSE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
VIEWER

PLAYER MODE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12

SOUND[1]

AUDIO SELECT
WIND CUT

A / V SET

PB DSE

PHOTO Image Recording

1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it.

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The still picture appears on the LCD monitor.

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If you do not wish to record, release the button.

2. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds.

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

Searching for a PHOTO picture

✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER mode only.

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2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.

3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

4. Select PHOTO SEARCH from the sub-menu and press the ENTER button.

5. Search the PHOTO using the (FF) and (REW) buttons.

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Advanced Recording

NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording)

✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode.
✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON.

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3. To cancel the NIGHT CAPTURE function, slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to OFF.

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POWER NIGHT CAPTURE

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POWER NIGHT CAPTURE

✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode.
✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NIGHT CAPTURE

function.

✤ A POWER NIGHT CAPTURE is displayed for three seconds by LCD if you press a SLOW SHUTTER button in state that a

NIGHT CAPTURE switch is turned on.

✤ When you work in POWER NIGHT CAPTURE mode, POWER NIGHT CAPTURE icon appears on the LCD continuously.

1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

2. Turn on the NIGHT CAPTURE switch, and then press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

3. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button to set shutter speed. The SLOW SHUTTER function
enables you to record a subject more brightly.

4. When using POWER NIGHT CAPTURE the image takes on a slow motion like effect.

5. To cancel the POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function, press the SLOW SHUTTER button
to set to “off ” and then turn off the NIGHT CAPTURE switch.

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Using the VIDEO LIGHT

✤ VIDEO LIGHT works in CAMERA mode only.
✤ To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
✤ VIDEO LIGHT works in SP mode only.

- If you turn on the LIGHT in LP mode, the LIGHT indicator and “LP” will be blinking on the LCD.

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Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

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extremely hot for some time.

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- The life of the bulb is approximately 50 hours.

1. Set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode.

2. Press the V.LIGHT button.

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3. If you want to turn off the VIDEO LIGHT, press the V.LIGHT button again.
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Advanced Recording

Various Recording Techniques

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

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LCD screen to the Camcorder.

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.

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Tape Playback

✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only.

Playback on the LCD

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

Playback on a TV monitor

✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system.
✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder.

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks

1. Connect the camcorder and TV with the Audio/Video cable.

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to the audio input of the TV or VCR.

2. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

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

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4. Play the tape back.
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✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR.

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1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Audio/Video cable.

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2. Connect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

4. Turn on both the TV and VCR.

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5. Play the tape back.

Playback

✤ You can play the recorded tape in PLAYER mode.

1. Connect a power source and set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Insert the tape you wish to play back.

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

4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

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Various Functions while in PLAYER 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 5 minutes.

Playback pause

✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback.
✤ To resume playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

Picture search (Forward/Reverse)

✤ Press the (FF) or (REW) buttons once during Playback or Still mode.

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

✤ Keep pressing (FF) or (REW) buttons during Playback or Still mode.

To resume normal playback, release the button.

Slow playback (Forward/Reverse)

✤ Forward Slow Playback

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✤ Reverse Slow Playback

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Frame advance (To play back frame by frame)

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Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode.
The F.ADV function works in still mode only.

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

✤ Forward frame advance

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✤ Reverse frame advance

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X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse )

✤ Forward X2 Playback

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✤ Reverse X2 Playback

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- Mosaic shaped distortion or noise may be experienced when you play back tapes recorded in LP which

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ZERO MEMORY

✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes.
✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.

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

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2. Finding the zero position.

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- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

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- The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.

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- 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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PLAYER MODE

INITIAL

WIND CUT
PB DSE

REC MODE
PHOTO SEARCH
AUDIO MODE 12
AUDIO SELECT

CAMERA
A/V
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PB DSE

PB DSE (Playback Digital Special Effects)

✤ The PB DSE function works in PLAYER mode.
✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effect (DSE) to tape playback or still image.

1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then Playback a tape.

2. Press the MENU button and turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.

3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

4. Select PB DSE from the sub-menu and press the ENTER button.

5. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

6. Select PB DSE item (off, mirror, mosaic) from the sub-menu and press the ENTER button.

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

8. To cancel the PB DSE function, set the PB DSE to off or press the STOP button.

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PB ZOOM

✤ The PB ZOOM function works in PLAYER mode.
✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still image.

1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in playback still mode

2. The image is magnified starting from the center of image and the four arrows which
allows you to move the image in the four directions appear.

3. You can zoom in from 1.2x to 8.0x moving the zoom lever.

4. You can move the image in the arrow directions using the MENU DIAL.

5. You can change the arrow direction(vertical, horizontal) to move the image by pressing the
ENTER button.

6. To cancel the PB ZOOM function, press the PB ZOOM or STOP button.

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✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder.
✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV.

1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Audio/Video cable.

2. Set the power switch of the camcorder to PLAYER mode.

3. Turn on the VCR or TV.

4. Insert the blank tape with protection tab closed into the camcorder.

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5. Press the MENU button, turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the
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6. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight AV IN/OUT and press the ENTER button to select
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7. Press the START/STOP button to set the camcorder to REC PAUSE mode.

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8. Select the TV program or playback the VHS tape.

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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections

Connecting to a DV device

✤ Connecting with other DV standard products.

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If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.

!!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.

✤ With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images

to be transferred.

Connecting to a PC

✤ If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install a IEEE 1394 add-on card onto the PC. (not supplied)
✤ The frame rate recorded for video capturing is dependent on the capacity of the PC.

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If this occurs, please reconnect the DV cable or turn the power OFF and ON again.

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Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D20i/D21i only)

1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV IN/OUT port of
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3. Press the START/STOP button to begin REC PAUSE mode.

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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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USB interface (VP-D21/D21i only)

● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection
✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.

✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection.
✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.

System Requirements

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Installing DVC Media 5.0 Program

✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program.
✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.
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1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive.

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2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inserting the CD
click “Run” on the Windows “Start” menu and execute SETUP.EXE file to begin installation.

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Using the “PC camera” function

✤ You can use this camcorder as a PC CAMERA.
✤ When you connect to a Web site that can provide video chatting functions, you can use your camcorder for such

functions.

✤ Using the camcorder with PC installed Net-meeting program, you can conduct video conference.
✤ The screen size of PC CAMERA is 160✕ 120 Pixel.
✤ If PC is connected with the USB to the camcorder, the buttons which excepts the POWER SWITCH, ZOOM SWITCH,

and NIGHT-CAPTURE SWITCH are not operated.

1. Set the mode switch to Tape, 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 connector on your
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Connecting to a PC

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

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack)

Disconnecting the USB cable

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.
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devices, the camcorder may not work properly.

- If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the camcorder.

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After finishing a recording

✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source.
✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery.

Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

1. Slide the TAPE OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.

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2. After removing the tape, close the door and store the camcorder in a dust free
environment.

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3. Set the power switch to the OFF mode.

4. Disconnect the power source or remove the Lithium Ion Battery Pack.

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Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder

Cleaning the Video Heads

To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads
when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion or a blue screen appears.

1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

2. Insert the cleaning tape.

3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

4. Press the (STOP) button after 10 seconds.
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If the picture quality has not improved, repeat the operation.
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Using Your Camcorder Abroad

✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.
✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items.

Power sources

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However, to view it on a television or copy it to a videocassette recorder, the television or VCR must be PAL-compatible
and have the appropriate audio/video jacks.
Otherwise, you may need to use a transcoder.

● PAL-compatible Countries/Regions

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Norway, Romania,
Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, etc.

● NTSC-compatible Countries/Regions

Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Korea, Taiwan, United States of America, etc.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks.

They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.

Self Diagnosis Display

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Change to a new one.
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the protection.

1. Eject the tape.

2. Set to OFF.

3. Detach the battery.

4. Reattach the battery.
* If unresolved contact your

local service representative.

see below.

Moisture Condensation

✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder,

on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the
unit may not operate correctly.
To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder is fitted with a moisture sensor.

✤ If there is moisture inside the camcorder, (DEW) is displayed. If this happens, none of the functions except cassette

ejection will work.
Open the cassette compartment and remove the battery.
Leave the camcorder for at least two hours in a dry warm room.

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TAPE END!

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Troubleshooting

✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre.

Symptom

You cannot switch the
camcorder on.

START/STOP button
does not operate
while recording.

The camcorder goes
off automatically.

The battery pack is
quickly exhausted.

When you see a blue
screen during
playback.

A vertical strip appears
on the screen when
recording a dark
background.

The image in the
viewfinder is blurred.

Auto focus does not
work.

Play, FF or REW
button does not work.

When you see a
broken block image
during the RECORD
SEARCH.

Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter.
Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.

You have reached the end of the cassette.
Check the record protection tab on the cassette.

You have left the camcorder set to STBYfor more
than 5 minutes without using it.

The battery pack is fully exhausted.
The atmospheric temperature is too low.

The battery pack has not been charged fully.
The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be
recharged, Use another battery pack.

The video heads may be dirty.
Clean the head with a cleaning tape.

The contrast between the subject and the background
is too great for the camcorder to operate normally.
Make the background bright to reduce the contrast or
use the BLC function while you are recording brighter.

The Viewfinder lens has not been adjusted.
Adjust the viewfinder control lever until the indicators

displayed on the viewfinder come into sharp focus.
Check the M.FOCUS menu.

Auto focus does not work in the Manual Focus mode.
Check the POWER switch. Set the power switch to PLAYER.

You have reached the beginning or end of the cassette.
This is normal operation and it is not a failure or

defect.

Explanation/Solution

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Specifications

Model name: VP-D20/D21/D20i/D21i

System

Video signal
Video recording system
Audio recording system
Usable cassette
Tape speed
Tape recording time
FF/REW time
Image device
Lens
Filter diameter

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Size/dot number
LCD monitor Method
Viewfinder

Connectors

Video output
S-video output
Audio output
DV input/output
USB output
External mic

General

Power source
Power source type
Power consumption
(Recording)
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
External dimension
Weight
Built-in MIC
Remote control

• These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.

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PAL
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system
Rotary heads, PCM system
Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette
SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s
SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60)
Approx. 180 sec. (using DVM60 tape)
CCD (Charge Coupled Device)
F1.4 10x(Optical), 800x(Digital) Electronic zoom lens
Ø37

2.5inchs (112,000)
TFT LCD

0.24" B/W LCD

1Vp-p (75Ω terminated)
Y: 1Vp-p, 75Ω, C: 0. 286Vp-p, 75Ω

-7.5dBs (600Ω terminated)
VP-DXXi: 4pin special in/out connector, VP-DXX: out only
Mini-B type connector (VP-D21/D21i only)
Ø3.5 stereo

DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V
Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Power supply (100V~240V) 50/60Hz

5.0W(LCD), 3.9W(EVF)
0˚~40˚C (32˚F~104˚F)

-20˚C ~ 60˚C (-4˚F ~ 140˚F)
Length 7inches(156mm), Height 3.54inches(90mm), Width 2.48inches(58mm)

1.21lbs(500g) (Except for Lithium Ion Battery Pack and tape)
Omni-directional stereo condenser microphone
Indoors: greater than 49ft(15m) (straight line), Outdoors: greater than 16.4ft(5m) (straight line)

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Accessories ............................................................................................... 12

- A - - L -

Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ 63

AUDIO MODE ........................................................................................... 51

- B -

Battery Pack .............................................................................................. 24

BEEP ......................................................................................................... 39

BLC ............................................................................................................ 61

- C -

Cassette ..................................................................................................... 27

Cleaning ..................................................................................................... 84

CLOCK SET .............................................................................................. 37

Connecting ................................................................................................. 71

- D -

DATE/TIME ................................................................................................ 53

DC Cable ................................................................................................... 23

DEMONSTRATION ................................................................................... 41

DIS ............................................................................................................ 47

DSE ............................................................................................................ 48

DV ...................................................................................................... 78, 79

- E -

EASY Mode ............................................................................................... 59

EXPOSURE ............................................................................................... 57

- F -

Fade ........................................................................................................... 62

Frame advance .......................................................................................... 73

Functions buttons ...................................................................................... 14

- H -

Hand Strap ................................................................................................. 22

- I -

IEEE1394 ................................................................................................... 78

LCD ...................................................................................................... 30, 31

- M -

MF/AF ........................................................................................................ 60

- O -

OSD ..................................................................................................... 18, 19

- P -

PHOTO SEARCH ...................................................................................... 65

PROGRAM AE .......................................................................................... 42

- Q -

Quick Menu ............................................................................................... 55

- R -

REC MODE ............................................................................................... 50

REC Search ............................................................................................... 29

REMOCON ................................................................................................ 38

Remote control .................................................................................... 17, 20

- S -

SHUTTER SPEED .................................................................................... 56

Sound ......................................................................................................... 34

Speaker ..................................................................................................... 34

- T -

TV DISPLAY .............................................................................................. 54

- U -

USB (VP-D21/D21i only)............................................................................ 80

- V -

Viewfinder ............................................................................................ 30, 32

- W -

WHT. BALANCE ........................................................................................ 44

WIND CUT ................................................................................................. 52

- Z -

ZERO MEMORY ....................................................................................... 74

Zoom .................................................................................................... 45, 46

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Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.
The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to
BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.
If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
Replacement covers are available from your dealer.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point,
you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.
However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug.
Do NOT connect the plug to a mains socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK.
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.

WARNING Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal marked with the letter E or the earth symbol, ,

or coloured GREEN or GREEN and YELLOW.

NOTE This page is applicable to Great Britain only.

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