Samsung VP-D964Wi, VP-D965Wi, VP-D963i User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder

VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/D965W(i)

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.

This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73 / 23 CEE, 93/ 68 CEE.

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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..............................................5

Getting to Know Your Camcorder ......................................7

Features ....................................................................................7

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ....................................8

Front & Left View ......................................................................9

Left Side View..........................................................................10

Right & Top View ....................................................................11

Rear & Bottom View ................................................................12

Remote Control ......................................................................13

Preparation ........................................................................14

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover ......................................14

Lithium Battery Installation ......................................................15

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ........................................16

Connecting a Power Source ..................................................19

About the Operating Modes ....................................................19

Using the QUICK MENU ........................................................20

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes ............21

OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes ..........22

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ......................22

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ................................23

Setting the Clock (Clock Set) ................................................23

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) ..24

Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) ................................25

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) ..........................26

Selecting the OSD Language (Language) ............................27

Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) ........................28

Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting ................................29

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/ LCD Colour) ........29

Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) ..................................30

Setting the TV Display (TV Display) ......................................31

Basic Recording ................................................................32

Using the Viewfinder................................................................32

Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette ................................................32

Various Recording Techniques................................................33

Making your First Recording ..................................................34

Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ............35

Reviewing and Searching when Recording (REC SEARCH) ..36 Searching quickly for a desired scene

(Setting the Zero Memory)....................................................37

Self Record using the Remote Control

(Setting the Self Timer) ........................................................38

Zooming In and Out ................................................................39

Using the Tele Macro ..............................................................39

Using the Fade In and Out ......................................................40

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ......................41

Using the COLOR NITE (COLOUR NITE) ............................42

Advanced Recording..........................................................43

Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode ............................43

Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus) ................................44

Selecting the Real Stereo ......................................................45

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Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ..................................46

Auto Focus / Manual Focus ....................................................47

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ....48

Setting the White Balance ......................................................50

Applying Visual Effects ............................................................51

Setting the 16:9 Wide ..............................................................53

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ..............................54

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ........55

Still Image Recording ..............................................................56

Searching for a still image ..................................................56

Playback ............................................................................57

Playing Back a Tape on the LCD Screen ..............................57

Various Functions while in Player Mode ................................58

Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ..................................60

Audio Dubbing ........................................................................61

Dubbed Audio Playback ..........................................................62

Tape Playback ........................................................................63

Audio Effect ............................................................................65

Setting the AV In/Out (VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only)........66

Digital Still Camera Mode ................................................67

Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)

Memory Card Functions......................................................67

Inserting a Memory Card ....................................................67

Ejecting a Memory Card ....................................................67

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ..............68

Selecting the Memory Type (VP-D965W(i) only)

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Selecting the Photo Quality ....................................................70

Selecting the recording Photo Size ........................................71

Setting the File Number ..........................................................72

Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card..............73

Using the Built in Flash ..........................................................74

Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ..............................................75

To view a Single Image ......................................................75

To view a Slide Show ........................................................75

To view the Multi Display ..................................................75

Protection from accidental Erasure ........................................76

Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images ..........................77

Formatting the Memory Card ..................................................79

Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card ........80

Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card

(M.Play Select) ......................................................................81

Recording a Moving Image from a Cassette as a Photo Image Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card

(Photo Copy) ..........................................................................83

Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in

Memory (Copy to) (VP-D965W(i) only)..................................84

Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ..............................85

Removing the Print Mark ....................................................85

PictBridgeTM......................................................................86

Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridgeTM......................86

Connecting To a Printer ......................................................86

Selecting Images ................................................................87

Setting the Number of Prints ..............................................87

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Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option ..................................87

Printing Images ..................................................................87

Canceling the Printing ........................................................87

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ....................................................88

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

(VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only)............................................88

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

Connecting to a PC ............................................................88

System Requirements..........................................................88

Recording with a DV Connection Cable ..............................89

USB Interface ....................................................................90

Using USB Interface ................................................................90

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ......90

USB Connection Speed depending on the System ................90

System Requirements..........................................................90

Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) ............................91

Installing DV Media PRO Program ........................................92

Connecting to a PC ................................................................93

Disconnecting the USB Cable ............................................93

Using the PC Camera Function............................................94

Using the USB Streaming Function ....................................95

Using the removable Disk Function ....................................95

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Maintenance ......................................................................96

After Finishing a Recording ....................................................96

Usable Cassette Tapes ..........................................................96

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ..............................97

Using Your Camcorder Abroad ..............................................98

Troubleshooting ......................................................99

Troubleshooting ......................................................................99

Self Diagnosis Display ........................................................99

Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes ............100

Setting menu items................................................................102

Specifications ...................................................... 104

Index .................................................................... 105

Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)................106

Notes and Safety Instructions

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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.

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1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees to the Camcorder with your finger.

180 degrees (max.)

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

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If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD Screen with the display facing out.

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This is convenient during playback operations.

[Note]

Refer to page 29 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD Screen.

LCD Open Knob

90 degrees (max.)

Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens

1. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD Screen, the inside of the Viewfinder or the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.

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

3. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder, LCD Screen or Battery Pack.

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

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

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

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

90 degrees to the Camcorder

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding Camcorder

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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.

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

- 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.)

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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.

Notices regarding Copyright

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.

Servicing & Replacement Parts

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Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.

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

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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

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

Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase

contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

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Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394

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

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USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer

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

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Mega-pixel CCD

Your camcorder incorporates a

1.0mega-pixel CCD. Highresolution photo images can be recorded to a Memory card.

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Built-in Flash

You can take natural-looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in Flash.

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1200x Digital Zoom

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

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Audio Enhancement

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

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Colour TFT LCD

A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings immediately. A high-resolution colour TFT LCD of 230K pixels supports 16:9 aspect ratio of VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i).

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Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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

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Various Visual Effects

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

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Back Light Compensation (BLC)

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

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Program AE

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

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High Power Zoom Lens

Power Zoom lens allows users to magnify the subject clearly up to X26.

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Digital Still Camera Function

- Using Memory Card, you can easily record and playback standard photo images.

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

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Moving Image Recording

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

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Multi Memory Card Slot (VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i) only)

Multi Memory Card slot is able to use Memory Stick (Duo), Memory Stick PRO, MMC and SD.

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Built-in Memory (VP-D965W(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-D965W(i): 64MB)

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder

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

Basic Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE)

3. AC Cord

4. Multi Cable

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium Battery for Remote Control or Clock. (TYPE: CR2025)

7. Remote Control

8. USB Cable

9. Software CD

10. Lens Cover

11. Lens Cover Strap

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

7. Remote Control 8. USB Cable 9. Software CD

10. Lens Cover 11. Lens Cover Strap

2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE)

5. Instruction Book

3. AC Cord

6. Lithium Battery (CR2025)4. Multi Cable

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

MF/AF

MULTI DISP.

Front & Left View

1. Lens

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6. EASY.Q Button

7. Function Buttons

2. Built-in Flash

3. Remote Sensor

4. TAPE EJECT

5. Internal MIC

1. Lens

2. Built-in Flash

3. Remote Sensor

4. TAPE EJECT

5. Internal MIC

6. EASY.Q Button ➥page 35

8. TFT LCD Screen

7. Function Buttons

Button <Player> <Camera> <M.Player>

œœœœ

REW REC SEARCH – REV

√√√√

√√

■ STOP MF/AF MULTI DISP. (MULTI DISPLAY)

FF REC SEARCH + FWD

/❙❙ PLAY/STILL FADE S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW)

8. TFT LCD Screen

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Left Side View

1. DISPLAY Button

2. MACRO/PB ZOOM Button

3. Speaker

4. Mode Switch

(MEMORY/TAPE)

1. DISPLAY Button ➥page 21

2. MACRO/PB ZOOM Button ➥page 39 / ➥page 60

3. Speaker

4. Mode Switch (MEMORY/TAPE)

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5. Viewfinder

6. COLOR NITE Button

7. FLASH ( ) Button

5. Viewfinder

6. COLOR NITE Button ➥page 42

7. FLASH ( ) Button ➥page 74

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Right & Top View

1. Zoom Lever

(VOL/Menu Dial)

2. PHOTO Button

3. QUICK MENU Button

4. MENU Button

5. Start/Stop Button

6. Power Switch

QUICK MENU

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8. Jack Cover

AV/ S

USB

MIC

9. Jacks (See below)

10. Cassette Door

7. DC Jack

1. Zoom Lever (VOL/Menu Dial)

2. PHOTO Button ➥page 56

3. QUICK MENU Button

4. MENU Button

5. Start/Stop Button

6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)

7. DC Jack

8. Jack Cover

9. Jacks

10. Cassette Door

11. Hand Strap

Jacks

External MIC

11. Hand Strap

IEEE1394 USB Multi

Cable

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BATTERY RELEASE

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Rear & Bottom View

QUICK MENU

1. Lithium Battery Cover

3. Memory Card Slot

2. Charging Indicator

1. Lithium Battery Cover

2. Charging Indicator

3. Memory Card Slot

4. Tripod Receptacle

5. Battery Release

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4. Tripod Receptacle

5. Battery Release

Usable Memory Cards

VP-D963(i)

SD/MMC

VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i)

Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO

SD/MMC

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Remote Control

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1. PHOTO

2. START/STOP

3. SELF TIMER

4. ZERO MEMORY

5. PHOTO SEARCH

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10.

❙❙ / ❙❙

6. A.DUB

√√√√

œœœœ

(REW)

√√

(PLAY)

√√

(Direction)

(FF)

1. PHOTO Button ➥page 56

2. START/STOP Button

3. SELF TIMER Button ➥page 38

4. ZERO MEMORY Button ➥page 37

5. PHOTO SEARCH Button

6. A.DUB Button ➥page 61

√√√√

(FF) Button

œœœœ

(REW) Button

√√

(PLAY) Button

18. DISPLAY

17. W/T (Zoom)

16. X2

15. DATE/TIME

14. SLOW(

13.

12. ■ (STOP)

11. F. ADV

œœ

√√

❙❙/ ❙❙

10.

(Direction) Button ➥page 58

11. F. ADV Button ➥page 59

12.

■ (STOP) Button

13.

❙❙

(STILL) Button

14. SLOW (

√√

❙

) Button

15. DATE/TIME Button

16. X2 Button ➥page 59

17. W/T (Zoom) Button

18. DISPLAY Button

❙❙

(STILL)

√√

❙

)

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Preparation

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover

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 2 3

Adjusting the Hand Strap

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

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

3. Close the Hand Strap.

Lens Cover

Attaching the Lens Cover

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.

Installing the Lens Cover after Operation

Press buttons on both sides of the Lens Cover, then insert it to the Camcorder Lens.

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QUICK MENU

Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock

1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder.

2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder.

3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive ( ) terminal face up. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the Battery.

4. Close the Lithium Battery Cover.

Lithium Battery Installation for the Remote Control

1. Pull out the Lithium Battery Holder toward the direction of the arrow using instruments such as a pair of tweezers.

2. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive ( ) terminal face up.

3. Reinsert the Lithium Battery Holder.

Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery

1. The Lithium Battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery Pack or AC Power adapter is removed.

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

3. When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display <00:00 1.JAN.2006> when you set the <Date/Time> to <On>. When this occurs, replace the Lithium Battery with a new one (type CR2025).

4. There is a danger of explosion if Battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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

immediately.

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Preparation

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

✤ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only. ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

1. Turn the [Power] switch to [Off].

2. Attach the Battery Pack to the Camcorder.

3. Connect the AC Power Adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to a wall socket.

4. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the Camcorder. The charging indicator will start to blink, showing that the Battery is charging.

5. Press and hold the DISPLAY button while charging and the charging status will be displayed on the LCD for 7 seconds.

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The battery charge status is given as reference and is an estimation. It may differ depending on the Battery capacity and temperature.

6. 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, Recording Times based on Model and Battery T

ype.

✤ If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and

the Viewfinder switches on automatically.

✤ The continuous recording times given in the table

to the right are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.

✤ The continuous recording times in the operating

instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 °C).

✤ Even when the Power switched Off, the Battery Pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.

Blinking time Charging rate

Once per second Less than 50%

Twice per second 50% ~ 75%

Three times per second 75% ~ 90%

Blinking stops and stays on 90% ~ 100%

On for a second and Error - Reset the Battery Pack and off for a second the DC Cable

Battery Info

BBaatttteerryy cchhaarrggeedd

0% 50% 100%

Time

Battery

SB-LSM80

SB-LSM160

(Option)

Charging

time

Approx.

1hr 20min

Approx.

3hr

Recording time

LCD On Viewfinder On

Approx.

1hr 20min

Approx.

2hr 40min

Approx.

1hr 30min

Approx.

3hr

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Preparation

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on;

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

- Ambient temperature.

- How often the Zoom function is used.

- Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.). It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

Battery Level Display

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

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

(Blinking)

Battery Pack Management

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

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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.

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

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

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Do not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery Pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or fire.

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Notes regarding the Battery Pack

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Please refer to the Table on page 16 for approximate continuous recording time.

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The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.

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The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. As the environmental temperature and conditions vary.

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The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 °C). The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.

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It is recommended to use original Battery Pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre. When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

Using a Household Power Source

Connect to a house hold power source to use the Camcorder without having to worry about the battery power. You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed.

1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF].

2. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E8 Type) to the AC Cord.

3. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket. The plug and wall socket type may differ according to your resident country.

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

5. Set the Camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab on the [Power] switch and turning it to the [CAMERA] or [PLAYER] mode.

About the Operating Modes

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The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] switch and the [Mode] switch.

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Set the Operation Mode by adjusting [Power] switch and [Mode] switch before operating any functions.

Mode Name

[Power] Switch

<M.Cam Mode><Player Mode>

Power Switch

<M.Player Mode>

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[Mode] Switch

✤

M.Cam Mode : Memory Camera Mode / M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode

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Preparation

Using the QUICK MENU

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QUICK MENU is used to access Camcorder functions by using the [QUICK MENU] button.

✤

QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button.

✤

Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below:

Camera Mode

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Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ➥page 54

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Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ➥page 48

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Setting the 16:9 Wide ➥page 53

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Setting the White Balance (White Balance) ➥page 50

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Setting the Shutter Speed (Shutter)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU

➥page 46

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Setting the Exposure (Exposure)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU

➥page 46

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Setting the Back Light Compensation (BLC) ➥page 41

M.Cam Mode

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Setting the Memory Type (Memory Type) ➥page 69

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Selecting the recording Photo Size (Photo Size) ➥page 71

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Setting the White Balance (White Balance) ➥page 50

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Setting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality) ➥page 70

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Setting the Exposure (Exposure)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU ➥page 46

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Setting the Back Light Compensation (BLC) ➥page 41

M.Player Mode

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Setting the Memory Type (Memory Type) ➥page 69

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Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card (M. Play Select) ➥page 81

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Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete) ➥page 77

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Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect) ➥page 76

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Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ➥page 85

For example: Setting the White Balance

1. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

The quick menu list will appear.

2. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the [OK] button.

3. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select desired mode <Auto>, <Indoor>, <Outdoor> or <Custom WB>, then press the [OK] button.

4. To exit, press the [QUICK MENU] button.

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Program AE 16:9 Wide White Balance Shutter Exposure BLC

Q.MENU

DIS Program AE 16:9 Wide

White Balance

Shutter Exposure BLC

Q.MENU

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes

1. Battery Level ➥page 17

2. Visual Effects Mode ➥page 51 EASY.Q ➥page 35

16:9 Wide ➥page 53

3. DIS ➥page 54

4. Program AE ➥page 48

5. White Balance Mode ➥page 50

6. Shutter Speed ➥page 46

7. Exposure ➥page 46

8. Manual Focus ➥page 47

9. Date/Time ➥page 30

10. Zoom Position ➥page 39

11. COLOR NITE ➥pages 42

12. USB ➥page 93

13. Remote ➥page 24

14. WindCut Plus ➥page 44

15. BLC (Back Light Compensation) ➥page 41

16. Real Stereo ➥page 45

17. Audio Mode ➥page 43

18. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)

19. Tape Counter

20. Zero Memory ➥page 37

21. Record Speed Mode ➥page 43

22. Operating Mode

23. Self Timer ➥page 38

24. Photo

25. Tele Macro ➥page 39

26. Dubbed Audio Playback

➥page 62

27. DEW ➥page 6

28. Warning Indicator ➥page 99

29. Message Line ➥page 99

30. Volume Control ➥page 57

31. DV IN (DV data transfer mode) (VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only)

➥page 88

32. AV IN ➥page 66 (VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only)

33. Audio Dubbing ➥page 61

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OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes

1. Photo Quality ➥page 70

2. Flash mode ➥page 74

3. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator

4. Image Counter (Total number of recordable photo images)

5. Image Recording and Loading Indicator

6. Erase Protection Indicator ➥page 76

7. Print Mark ➥page 85

8. Folder Number-File Number

➥page 72

9. Photo Size ➥page 71

10. Slide Show ➥page 75

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off

Turning OSD On/Off

Press the [DISPLAY] button on the left side control panel.

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

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When you turn the OSD off,

- In <Camera Mode>: The STBY, REC modes are always displayed on the screen, even when the OSD is turned off.

- In <Player Mode>: When you press any Function Button, it is displayed on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.

OSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.Player Mode

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Turning the Date/Time On/Off

To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the <Date/Time> mode. ➥page 30

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Setting the Clock (Clock Set)

✤ Clock setup works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the <Date/Time>. ➥page 30

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Clock Set>, then press the [OK] button.

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The year will highlighted first.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to set current Year, then press the [OK] button.

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The month will be highlighted.

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

8. Press the [OK] button after setting the minutes.

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A message <Complete !> is displayed.

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To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour or Min by pressing the [OK] button, then move the [Zoom] lever to the up or down to set respective values.

9. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

[ Notes ]

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After the Lithium Battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time appears on the screen as <00:00 1.JAN.2006>.

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You can set the year up to 2037.

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

Camera Mode

√System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back Clock Set

Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Adjust Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back Clock Set

Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

√On √On √English √On

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Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

✤ The Remote function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Remote>, then press the [OK] button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the [OK] button.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

[ Note ]

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

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√System

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound

Language

Demonstration

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

√On √On √English √On

Off On

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Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)

✤ The Beep Sound function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

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1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Beep Sound>, then press the [OK]

button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the [OK] button.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

Camera Mode

√System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back

Clock Set Remote

Beep Sound

Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

√On √On √English √On

Off On

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Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)

✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button, the Shutter will sound.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. If the [Power] switch is set to [CAMERA], set the [Mode] switch to [MEMORY]. If the [Power] switch is set to [PLAYER], set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Shutter Sound>, then press the [OK] button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the [OK] button.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

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√System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Move Select Exit

Player Mode

Back

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound

Shutter Sound

Language

Move Select Exit

√On √On √On √English

Off On

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Selecting the OSD Language (Language)

✤ The Language function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.

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1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Language>, then press the [OK]

button.

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The available language options are listed.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select desired OSD language, then press the [OK]

button.

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The OSD language is refreshed in selected language.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

[ Note ]

The word <Language> in the menu is always indicated in English.

Camera Mode

√System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

√On √On √English √On

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Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration)

✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in the <Camera> mode without a tape

inserted in the Camcorder. ➥page 19

✤ Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. ➥page 32 ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your

Camcorder so that you may use them more easily.

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

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <System>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Demonstration>, then press the [OK]

button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <On>, then press the [OK] button.

7. Press the [MENU] button.

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The Demonstration will begin.

8. To quit the Demonstration, press the [MENU] button.

[ Notes ]

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The Demonstration function 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).

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

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Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound Language

Demonstration

Move Select Exit

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QUICK MENU

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/ LCD Colour)

✤ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (VP-D963(i) only) / 2.7 inch wide (VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i) only) 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;

- <LCD Bright>

- <LCD Colour>

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Display>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select the item you want to adjust <LCD Bright> or <LCD Colour>, then press the [OK] button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to adjust the value of the selected item <LCD Bright> or <LCD Colour>, then press the [OK] button.

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You can set values for <LCD Bright> and <LCD Colour> between <0> ~ <35>.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

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Adjusting the LCD Screen does not affect the brightness and colour of the image to be recorded.

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Camera Mode

√Display

LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time TV Display

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back LCD Bright

LCD Colour Date/Time TV Display

Adjust Select Exit

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Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time)

✤ The Date/Time function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [MEMORY].

3. Press the [MENU] button.

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The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Display>, then press the [OK] button.

5. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select <Date/Time>, then press the [OK]

button.

6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select the display type of the Date/Time, then press the [OK] button.

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Display type of the Date/Time: <Off>, <Date>, <Time>, <Date&Time>.

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

[ Notes ]

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The Date/Time will read <00:00 1.JAN.2006> in the following conditions.

- During playback of a blank section of a tape.

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

- When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead.

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Before you use the <Date/Time> function, you must set the clock. ➥page 23

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√Display

LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time TV Display

Move Select Exit

Camera Mode

Back

LCD Bright LCD Colour

Date/Time

TV Display

Move Select Exit

√Off √On

Off Date Time Date&Time

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