SAMSUNG VP-D463, VP-D461B User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

VP-D461(B)(i)/D463(B)(i)/D467(i)

AF

CCD LCD

Auto Focus

Charge Coupled Device

Liquid Crystal Display

Owner’s Instruction Book

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

This product meets the intent of

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

Use only approved battery packs.

Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.

Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.

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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 (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ...........................................................................................................................................................................	17
Preparation ..................................................................................................................................................................	18
Adjusting the Hand Strap ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................	18
Hand Strap............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	18
When You carry Your Camcorder..........................................................................................................................................................................................	18
Attaching the Lens Cover ......................................................................................................................................................................................................	18
Lithium Battery Installation (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)..........................................................................................................................................................	19
Battery Installation for the Remote Control ...........................................................................................................................................................................	19
Connecting a Power Source ......................................................................................................................................................................................................	20
To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable.......................................................................................................................................................................	20
To select the Camcorder Mode (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)..............................................................................................................................................	20
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack............................................................................................................................................................................................	21
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .................................................................................................................................................................................	21
Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type.............................................................................................................................	22
Battery Level Display.............................................................................................................................................................................................................	23
OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes) ................................................................................................................................................................	24
OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ..............................................................................................................	25
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off .........................................................................................................................................................................	25
System Menu Setting ..................................................................................................................................................	26
Selecting the OSD Language ...................................................................................................................................................................................................	26
Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	27
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only).....................................................................................................	28
Setting the Beep Sound .............................................................................................................................................................................................................	29
Setting the Shutter Sound (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)...........................................................................................................................................................	30
Viewing the Demonstration ........................................................................................................................................................................................................	31
Display Menu Setting...................................................................................................................................................	32
Adjusting the LCD Screen..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	32
Displaying the Date/Time ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................	33
Setting the TV Display................................................................................................................................................................................................................	34

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Basic Recording ...........................................................................................................................................................	35
Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................	35
Adjusting the Focus ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................	35
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ..............................................................................................................................................................................................	36
Hints for Stable Image Recording..............................................................................................................................................................................................	37
Recording with the LCD Screen............................................................................................................................................................................................	37
Recording with the Viewfinder...............................................................................................................................................................................................	37
Various Recording Techniques...................................................................................................................................................................................................	38
Making your First Recording ......................................................................................................................................................................................................	39
Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners).........................................................................................................................................................................................	40
Record Search (REC SEARCH) ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	41
Setting the Zero Memory (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ............................................................................................................................................................	42
Self Record using the Remote Control (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only).......................................................................................................................................	43
Zooming In and Out ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................	44
Using the Tele Macro..................................................................................................................................................................................................................	45
Using Quick Menu: Tele Macro .............................................................................................................................................................................................	46
Using the Fade In and Out.........................................................................................................................................................................................................	47
To Start Recording.................................................................................................................................................................................................................	47
To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out)..........................................................................................................................................................................	47
Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)...........................................................................................................................................................................	48
Using the Color Nite/LED Light (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)...................................................................................................................................................	49
Advanced Recording....................................................................................................................................................	50
Use of various Functions............................................................................................................................................................................................................	50
Setting Menu Items................................................................................................................................................................................................................	50
Function availability in each Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................................	52
Selecting the Record Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................	53
Selecting Audio Mode.................................................................................................................................................................................................................	54
Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ............................................................................................................................................................................................	55
Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure......................................................................................................................................................................................	56
Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording ................................................................................................................................................................	56
Auto Focus/Manual Focus .........................................................................................................................................................................................................	57
Auto Focusing........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	57
Manual Focusing ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................	57
Setting the White Balance..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	58
Using Quick Menu: White Balance .......................................................................................................................................................................................	59
Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ..................................................................................................................................................................................	60
Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ................................................................................................................................................................	61
Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)..........................................................................................................................................................	62
Setting the Program AE.........................................................................................................................................................................................................	63
Using Quick Menu: Program AE ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	63

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Applying Digital Effects...............................................................................................................................................................................................................	64
Selecting the Digital Effects...................................................................................................................................................................................................	65
Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ......................................................................................................................................................................................	66
Selecting the Digital Zoom ....................................................................................................................................................................................................	66
Photo Image Recording .............................................................................................................................................................................................................	67
Searching for a Photo Image ................................................................................................................................................................................................	67
Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................	68
Playing back a Tape you have recorded on the LCD Screen ...................................................................................................................................................	68
Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during Playback ................................................................................................................................................................	68
Controlling Sound from the Speaker..........................................................................................................................................................................................	69
Tape Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	70
Playback on the LCD Screen ................................................................................................................................................................................................	70
Playback on a TV Monitor .....................................................................................................................................................................................................	70
Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks ......................................................................................................................................................	70
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks..........................................................................................................................................	71
Playback.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	71
Various Functions while in Player mode....................................................................................................................................................................................	72
Playback Pause .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................	72
Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)........................................................................................................................................................................................	72
Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only).........................................................................................................................................	72
Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ....................................................................................................................	73
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ............................................................................................................................................	73
Reverse Playback (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) ..................................................................................................................................................................	73
Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ......................................................................................................................................................................................	74
AV In/Out (VP-D461(B)i/D463(B)i/D467i only) ..........................................................................................................................................................................	75
Audio Dubbing (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only).............................................................................................................................................................................	76
Dubbing Sound ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................	76
Dubbed Audio Playback .............................................................................................................................................................................................................	77
IEEE1394 Data Transfer ...............................................................................................................................................	78
USB Interface (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) Only) ...........................................................................................................	80
Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) Only) .......................................................................................	86
Memory Stick (Optional Accessory)...........................................................................................................................................................................................	86
Memory Stick Functions ........................................................................................................................................................................................................	86
Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card ..............................................................................................................................................................................	87
Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ............................................................................................................................................................	88
Image Format ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	88
Selecting the Camcorder Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................................	88
Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D467(i) only).......................................................................................................................................................................	89
Using Quick Menu: Memory Type.........................................................................................................................................................................................	89

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Selecting the Image Quality .......................................................................................................................................................................................................

Select the Image Quality .......................................................................................................................................................................................................

Number of Images on the Memory Card ..............................................................................................................................................................................

Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality .........................................................................................................................................................................................

Memory File Number..................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Taking Photos .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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

To view a Single Image .........................................................................................................................................................................................................

To view a Slide Show ............................................................................................................................................................................................................

To view the Multi Display .......................................................................................................................................................................................................

Protection from Accidental Erasure............................................................................................................................................................................................

Using Quick Menu: Protect....................................................................................................................................................................................................

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

Using Quick Menu: Delete.....................................................................................................................................................................................................

Formatting the Memory Card ...................................................................................................................................................................................................

MPEG Recording .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card .............................................................................................................................................................

MPEG Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select.......................................................................................................................................................................................

Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image. ..........................................................................................................................................................

Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card..........................................................................................................................................................

Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory) (VP-D467(i) only) .....................................................................................................

Marking Images for Printing .....................................................................................................................................................................................................

Using Quick Menu: Print Mark ............................................................................................................................................................................................

PictBridgeTM (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) Only) .............................................................................................................

Maintenance...............................................................................................................................................................

After Finishing a Recording ......................................................................................................................................................................................................

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

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

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................................

Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................

Index...........................................................................................................................................................................

Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ....................................................................................................................

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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. ■ Open the LCD screen with your finger.

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

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

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

6.Recording with the LCD screen closed.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notices regarding Copyright (VP-D461(B)i/D463(B)i/D467i Only)

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

All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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 the winter.)

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

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

Notes regarding Camcorder

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

2.Do not let the Camcorder get wet.

Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged.

Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the Battery Pack

■Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 22. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer.

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

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

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

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

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

■A brand-new Battery pack is not charged.

Before using the Battery pack, you need to charge it completely.

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

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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Notes and Safety Instructions

Note regarding the Lens

Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.

Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).

Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder

1.Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.

Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfinder. Be careful when placing the Camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.

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

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

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

1.The LCD screen has been technology. However, there may colour) that appear on the LCD

These dots are normal and do way.

2. When you use the LCD screen

it maybe difficult to see the picture

If this occurs, we recommend using the Viewfinder. 3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen.

Notes regarding the Hand Strap

■ To ensure a steady picture while filming, check that the hand strap is properly adjusted. ■ Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Precautions regarding the Lithium battery

1.The camcorder’s built-in 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 3 months under normal operation from the time of installation.

3.When the lithium battery becomes weak or is dead, the date/time indicator will display 00:00 1.JAN.2005 when you

set the Date/Time to On. When this occurs, connect the camcorder to power to fully recharge the built-in lithium battery.

If the same problem occurs with a fully recharged battery, contact a Samsung authorized Service Centre to replace the battery.

Precautions regarding the external lithium battery for the remote control

Warning:

■Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY(Remote Control) out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

■Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.

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

Refer all servicing to qualified service personne0l.

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part.

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

Equipment)

Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please

wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material

contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact

and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

■Multi OSD Language

You can select the desired OSD language from OSD List.

■Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394

By incorporating the IEEE1394 (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-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

You can transfer 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 image along with sound, in camera mode.

■900x Digital Zoom

The 900x Digital Zoom allows you to magnify an image up to 900 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 digital effects allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.

■Back Light Compensation (BLC)

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

■Program AE

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

■Digital Still Camera Function (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

-Using Memory Card, you can easily record and play back standard still images.

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

■MPEG Recording (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

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

■Multi Memory Card Slot (VP-D467(i) only)

Multi Memory Card slot is compatible with Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MMC and SD.

■Built-in Memory (VP-D467(i) only)

You can use digital still camera functions without a separate external Memory Card, using the built-in memory installed in your Camcorder. (VP-D467(i): 64MB)

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Accessories Supplied with Camcorder

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

Accessories

Lithium Ion Battery Pack

AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) AC Cord

Multi-AV Cable (Audio/Video/S-Video Cable) Instruction Book

USB Cable (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) Software CD (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only) Lens Cover

Lens Cover Strap

.Lithium Battery for Remote Control.

(TYPE: CR2025) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

.Remote Control (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

Optional Accessories

. Memory Stick (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

. Scart Adapter

. Conversion Lens

. Carrying Case

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When zoom occurs at the When mounting

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack	2. AC Power Adapter	3. AC Cord
	(AA-E8 TYPE)
4. Multi-AV Cable	5. Instruction Book	6. USB Cable
(Audio/Video/S-Video Cable)
7.Software CD	8. Lens Cover	9. Lens Cover Strap
10. Lithium Battery	11. Remote Control	12. Memory Stick
(CR2025)
13. Scart Adapter	14. Conversion Lens	15. Carrying Case (Option)
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Front & Left View

1. Lens	6. EASY.Q button
2. LED Light
(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)	7. TFT LCD Screen
3. Remote Sensor
(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)	8. IEEE1394 Jack
4. Hand Strap Hook	9. USB Jack
	(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)
5. Internal MIC	10. AV/S-Video Jack
	11. Jack Cover

	1.	Lens	5.	Internal MIC	9.	USB Jack
	2.	LED Light (see page 49)	6.	EASY.Q button		(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)
					10.	AV/S-Video Jack
		(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)		(see page 40)
	3.	Remote Sensor	7.	TFT LCD Screen	11.	Jack Cover
		(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)	8.	IEEE1394 Jack
	4.	Hand Strap Hook

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Left Side View

1. Speaker

2. Mode Switch

(VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

3. DISPLAY

4. Focus Adjustment Knob

5. Viewfinder

6. Function buttons

FADE BLC

S.SHOW MULTI

REC SEARCH

7. COLOR NITE/PB ZOOM

1.Speaker

2.Mode Switch (MEMORY/TAPE) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

3.DISPLAY (see page 25)

4.Focus Adjustment Knob

5.Viewfinder

6. Function buttons

				PLAYER	CAMERA	M.Player (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)
-					EASY.Q	-
				: REW	REC SEARCH –	REV
				: FF	REC SEARCH +	FWD
				: PLAY/STILL	FADE	S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW)
				: STOP	BLC	MULTI

7.COLOR NITE/PB ZOOM (see page 49/74)

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Right & Top View

6. TAPE EJECT

1. Menu Selector (VOL/MF)	7. Zoom Lever
2. MENU button	8. PHOTO button
	9. External MIC
	10. Cassette Door
3. Start/Stop button
4. Power Switch
5. DC Jack

1.Menu Selector (VOL/MF)

2.MENU button

3.Start/Stop button

4.Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)

5.DC Jack

6.TAPE EJECT

7.Zoom Lever

8.PHOTO button (see page 67)

9.External MIC

10.Cassette Door

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Rear & Bottom View

5. Battery Release

1. Memory Card Slot (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

2. Charging indicator

3. RESET button

4. Tripod Receptacle

1.Memory Card Slot (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

2.Charging indicator

3.RESET button (see page 52)

4.Tripod Receptacle

5.Battery Release

Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card)

	VP-D463(B)(i) only	VP-D467(i) only
	Memory Stick	Memory Stick
		Memory Stick PRO
	Memory Stick PRO
		SD/MMC

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Remote Control (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

1. PHOTO

2.START/STOP

3.SELF TIMER

4.ZERO MEMORY

5.PHOTO SEARCH

6.A.DUB

7. (FF)

8. (REW)

9. (PLAY)

10. / (Direction)

18. DISPLAY

17. Zoom

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

14. (SLOW)

13. (STILL)

12. (STOP)

11. F. ADV

1.	PHOTO (see page 67)	10.		/ (Direction) (see page 72)
2.	START/STOP	11. F. ADV (see page 73)
3.	SELF TIMER (see page 43)	12.		(STOP)
4.	ZERO MEMORY (see page 42)	13.		(STILL)
5.	PHOTO SEARCH (see page 67)	14.		(SLOW)
6.	A.DUB (see page 76)	15.	DATE/TIME
7.	(FF)	16.	X2 (see page 73)
8.	(REW)	17.	Zoom
9.	(PLAY)	18.	DISPLAY

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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	1

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

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

3. Close the Hand strap.

When You carry Your

1. Pull and open the Hand cover to release the Hand

2. Remove it from the ring adjust its length.

3. Put your hand through Strap and close the cover Hand Strap.

Attaching the Lens Cover

1. Hook up the Lens cover with the Lens cover strap as illustrated.

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

3. Close the Hand strap.

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Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

You need to insert or replace the Lithium - You purchase the Camcorder.

- The remote control doesn’t work.

Position the Lithium battery in the LithiumBe careful not to reverse the polarity of the

[ Notes ]

■ The Lithium battery must be inserted in the

■Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or - This will cause a short circuit.

■Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water, to avoid the risk of explosion.

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

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.

[ Notes ]		Power Switch
■	You must use an AA-E8 TYPE AC Power adapter.
■	The plug and wall socket type may differ according to your
	resident country.

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

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

PLAYER mode.

<CAMERA mode>

<PLAYER mode>

To Select the Camcorder Mode (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

If you want to use this unit as a Camcorder, set the Mode switchIf you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the

MEMORY.

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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 on the Camcorder.

4.Turn the 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

Power Switch

4

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.

<Charging indicator>

[ Notes ]

■The Battery may contain a slight charge at the time of purchase.

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

■The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:

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

-How often the zoom is used.

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

-Ambient temperature.

It is recommended to have additional battery packs available.

■ Even when the Power switched Off, the Battery pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.	21

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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 time given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.

	Time	Charging	Continuous recording time
	Battery	time	LCD ON	VIEWFINDER ON
	SB-LSM80	Approx.	Approx.	Approx.
		1hr 20min	1hr 20min	1hr 30min
	SB-LSM160	Approx.	Approx.	Approx.
		3hr	2hr 40min	3hr
	[ Notes ]

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

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

■The life and capacity of the Battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) or left in temperatures above 104 °F (40 °C) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.

■Do not put the Battery pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).

■Do not disassemble, apply pressure to or heat the Battery pack.

■Do not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery pack to be short-circuited. Doing so may cause leakage, overheating, or fire.

■Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery pack only.

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

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Battery Level Display

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

a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used

e. Completely used (The Camcorder will

[ Notes ]	(Blinking)

■Please refer to the Table

■The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.

■The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment.

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

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OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes)

1.Battery Level (see page 23)

2.Digital Effects mode (see page 64)

3.EASY.Q (see page 40)

4.DIS (see page 60)

5.Program AE (see page 62)

6.White Balance mode (see page 58)

7.Shutter Speed (see page 56)

8.Exposure (see page 56)

9.Manual Focus (see page 57)

10.Date/Time (see page 33)

11.Zoom (see page 44)

12.Color Nite (see page 49)

13.USB (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

14.Remote (see page 28) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

15.Wind Cut (see page 55)

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

17.LED Light (see page 49) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

18.Audio Mode (see page 54)

19.Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)

20.Tape Counter

21.Zero Memory (see page 42) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

22.Record Speed mode

23.Operating mode

24.Self Timer (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

25.Photo Image

26.Tele Macro (see page 45)

27.Audio Playback

28.Volume Control (see page 69)

29.DV IN (DV data transfer mode) (VP-D461(B)i/D463(B)i/D467i only) (see page 79)

30.AV IN (VP-D461(B)i/D463(B)i/D467i only)

31.Audio Dubbing (see page 76) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

32.DEW (see page 7)

33.Warning indicator (see page 114)

34.Message line (see page 114~115)

OSD in Camera Mode

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1		STBY SP
2	Art	10Sec
3

	4
	5	No Tape !
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	7	S. 1/50
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1000:00 1.JAN.2005

11W T

7S. 1/50 † …

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…

0:00:11	20
14min	19
16BIt	18
	17
	16
	15
	14
	13
Color N.1/25	12

OSD in Player Mode

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	√ SP	0:00:00:10
27	Sound[2]	14min
32		16BIt
33
34	No Tape !
		AV In	30
	00:00 1.JAN.2005		29

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…

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OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

1.Photo Quality

2.CARD (Memory Card) indicator

3.Image Counter

Total number of recordable still images.

4.Image Recording and Loading indicator

5.Erase Protection indicator (see page 96)

6.Print Mark (see page 107)

7.Folder Number-File Number (see page 88)

8.JPEG Image Size

9.Slide Show

OSD in M.Cam Mode

4 3

46 2

2 min

No Memory Card !

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00:00 1.JAN.2005

W T

[29]

†

…

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off

■Turning OSD on/off

Press the DISPLAY button on the left side control panel.

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

-When you turn the OSD off,

In CAMERA Mode: The STBY, REC modes are always displayed on the OSD, even when the OSD is turned off and the key input is displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.

In PLAYER Mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.

■Turning the Date/Time on/off

To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the Date/Time mode. (see page 33)

OSD in M.Player Mode

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Slide

2/46

800X600 8

No Memory Card !

5

6 001

00:00 1.JAN.2005

100-0002

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System Menu Setting

Selecting the OSD Language

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

Select the appropriate OSD language from OSD List.

1.Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.

2.Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

3.Press the MENU button.

■The menu list will appear.

4.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.

5.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select selector.

■The available language options are listed.

6.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired

Menu selector.

■The OSD will display the most recently selected language

1

4
√System
Clock Set
Beep Sound	√On
USB Version	√USB 2.0
Language	√English
Demonstration	√On

Move	Select MENU Exit

7. To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Note ]

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

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Setting the Clock

Clock setup works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.

The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the Date/Time.

1.	Set the Power		4	Camera Mode
2.	Set the Mode			√System
				Clock Set
3.	Press the MEN			Beep Sound		√On
				USB Version		√USB 2.0
		The menu
	■			Language		√English
4.	Move the Menu			Demonstration		√On
5.	Move the Menu			Move	Select		MENU Exit
	■	The year will
6.	Move the Menu selector to the left or right to set the current Year, then press the Menu		5
	selector.			Back				…
		The month will be highlighted.		Clock Set				†
				Beep Sound
	■					1 JAN		2005
7.	You can set the month, day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting the year			USB Version			00 : 00
				Language
8.	Press the Menu selector after setting the minutes.			Demonstration
	■	The message Complete ! will be displayed.		Adjust	Select		MENU	Exit

■ To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour or Min by pressing the Menu selector

	then move the Menu selector to the left or right to set respective values.	8
9.	To exit, press the MENU button.			Camera Mode
				Back
				Clock Set			1 JAN 2005
[ Notes ]				Beep Sound
				USB Version				10 : 30
■	Date/Time is memorized and maintained by the built-in Lithium battery installed in the camcorder.			Language			Complete !
				Demonstration
	If you don’t use the camcorder for a long period of time, charge the Lithium battery at least once a
	month. To charge the built-in Lithium battery, supply power to the camcorder and set the Power Switch			Move		Select				Exit
									MENU

to CAMERA or PLAYER.

■After the Lithium battery loses its charge (after about 3 months), the date/time appears on the screen as 00:00 1.JAN.2005.

■You can set the year up to 2037.

■If the built-in lithium battery is not charged, any input data will not be backed up.

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Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

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

The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder.

Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.

Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY.

Press the MENU button.

■ The menu list will appear.

Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.

4

Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Remote, then press the Menu selector. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector. To exit, press the MENU button.

]	6

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

1

Camera Mode
√System
Clock Set
Remote	√On
Beep Sound	√On
USB Version	√USB 2.0
Language	√English
Demonstration √On
Move	Select	MENU Exit
Camera Mode
Back
Clock Set
Remote	Off
Beep Sound	On
USB Version
Language
Demonstration
Move	Select	MENU Exit

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Setting the Beep Sound

The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.

You can turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

1.Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.

2.Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY. (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

3.Press the MENU button.

■ The menu list will appear.

4.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.

5.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Beep Sound, then press the

Menu selector.

6.Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the

Menu selector.

7.To exit, press the MENU button.

[ Note ]

When you are recording, the Beep Sound is automatically set to Off.

1

4 Camera Mode

√System
Clock Set
Beep Sound	√On
USB Version	√USB 2.0
Language	√English
Demonstration √On
Move	Select MENU Exit

6	Camera Mode
	Back
	Clock Set
	Beep Sound	Off
	USB Version	On
	Language
	Demonstration

Move	Select MENU Exit

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Setting the Shutter Sound (VP-D463(B)(i)/D467(i) only)

The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cam modes.

You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, a simulated shutter click of a camera will

Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.		1
If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMORY.
If the Power switch is set to PLAYER mode, set the Mode switch to TAPE.
Press the MENU button.
■ The menu list will appear.
Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System	4	Player Mode
		√System
Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Shutter		Clock Set
		Beep Sound	√On
Menu selector.		Shutter Sound	√On
		USB Version	√USB 2.0
		Language	√English
Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or		Move Select MENU Exit

To exit, press the MENU button.

6

Language

Move	Select MENU Exit

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