SAMSUNG VP-DC161i, VP-DC161Wi, VP-DC161WBi, VP-DC163i, VP-DC165Wi User Manual

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DVD+ReWritable

DVD+R DL

DVD Camcorder

VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)

Auto Focus

Charge Coupled Device

CCD

Liquid Crystal Display

LCD

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

Features ................................................................................ 9

About Disc ........................................................................... 10

Disc Type Description ...........................................................11

How to use the DVD Camcorder easily ............................... 12

Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder ................. 13

Front & Left View ................................................................. 14

Left Side View ...................................................................... 15

Right & Top View ................................................................. 16

Rear & Bottom View ............................................................ 17

Remote Control

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) ...................... 18

Preparation ...........................................................19

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover ................................... 19

Lithium Battery Installation .................................................. 20

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ..................................... 21

Connecting a Power Source ................................................ 25

About the Operating Modes ................................................ 26

Using the Joystick ............................................................... 26

Using the QUICK MENU ..................................................... 27

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera Mode/Player Mode .. 28 OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) ...................... 29

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ..................... 29

DVD Camcorder ................9

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting .................30

Setting the Clock (Clock Set) .............................................. 30

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance

(Remote) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) ...... 31

Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) ............................... 32

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) ...................... 33

Selecting the OSD Language (Language) .......................... 34

Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) ....................... 35

Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting .................36

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour) .......... 36

Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) ................................. 37

DVD Camcorder: Before Recording ...................38

Using the Viewﬁnder ............................................................ 38

Various Recording Techniques ............................................ 39

Inserting and Removing a Disc ........................................... 40

Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode) ............................. 42

DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording .....................43

Making your First Recording ............................................... 43

Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ........... 44

Using External Microphone ................................................. 45

Zooming In and Out ............................................................. 45

Using the Fade In and Out (FADE) ..................................... 46

Contents

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ..................... 47

Using the Color Nite ............................................................ 48

Using the LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) .. 49

DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording ..............50

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ...................................... 50

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure) .. 51

Auto Focus / Manual Focus ................................................. 52

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) .... 53

Setting the White Balance (White Balance) ........................ 55

Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect) ................................ 57

Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide) ............................ 59

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ............................ 60

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ........ 61

DVD Camcorder: What’s Title List and Playlist ...62

What’s a Title List? .............................................................. 62

What’s a Playlist? ............................................................... 62

DVD Camcorder: Title List ...................................63

Playing Title Lists ................................................................ 63

Adjusting the Volume .......................................................... 63

Various Functions while in Player Mode ............................. 64

Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ............................... 66

Renaming a Title (Title Name) ............................................ 67

Title Information (Title Info) ................................................. 68

Protecting a Title (Protect) .................................................. 69

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Deleting a Title (Delete) ...................................................... 70

Deleting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete) ....................... 71

DVD Camcorder: Playlist .....................................72

Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) ............................... 72

Renaming a Playlist (Playlist Name) .................................. 73

Playing the Playlist ............................................................. 74

Playlist Information (Playlist Info) ....................................... 75

Deleting a Playlist (Delete) ................................................. 76

Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add) ..................... 77

Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist

(Edit Playlist-Move) ............................................................ 78

Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) ........... 79

Deleting a Section of a Playlist

(Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) .............................................. 80

DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager ..........................82

Disc Information (Disc Info) ................................................ 82

Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) ........................ 83

Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) ......................................... 84

Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize) ......................................... 85

Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive ................................. 86

Playing back a ﬁnalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder ... 86

Unﬁnalising a Disc (Disc Unﬁnalize) ................................... 87

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Contents

DVD Camcorder: Connection ..............................88

Setting the AV In/Out (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/

DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only) .................................... 88

Viewing Recordings on TV .................................................. 89

Copying a Disc onto a Tape ................................................. 91

Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Disc (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/

DC165Wi/DC165WBi only) ................................................. 92

Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) .... 93

Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card)

(not supplied) ....................................................................... 93

Memory Card Functions ................................................ 93

Inserting a Memory Card ............................................... 93

Ejecting a Memory Card ................................................ 93

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ........... 94

Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality) ........................ 95

Setting the File Number (File No.) ....................................... 96

Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card ........... 97

Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ............................................ 98

Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect) .................... 100

Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete) ........ 101

Formatting the Memory Card (Format) .............................. 103

Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during

DVD playback ................................................................... 106

Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ........................... 107

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PictBridge™ (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) ......109

Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge™ ................... 109

Connecting To a Printer (USB Connect) ...................... 109

Setting the Number of Prints .........................................110

Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option ............................110

Printing Images .............................................................110

Canceling the Printing ...................................................110

USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) .... 111

Using USB Interface ........................................................... 111

Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) ......................... 113

Installing DV Media PRO Program .....................................114

Ulead Video Studio .............................................................115

Connecting to a PC ............................................................116

Disconnecting the USB Cable ......................................116

Using the PC Camera Function ....................................117

Using the USB Streaming Function ..............................118

Using the removable Disk Function ..............................118

Maintenance .......................................................119

Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad ..................................119

Contents

Troubleshooting .................................................120

Troubleshooting ................................................................. 120

Setting menu items ............................................................ 125

Speciﬁcations .....................................................127

Index ....................................................................128

Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ...........129

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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 DVD Camcorder.

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

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

If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees to the lens

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side, you can close the LCD Screen with it facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.

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Note

Refer to page 36 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD Screen.

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 DVD Camcorder by holding the

Viewﬁnder, LCD Screen or Battery Pack.

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

Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the Disc Cleaning and Handling

Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow coloured side) of the disc with

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ﬁngers. Discs contaminated by ﬁngerprints or foreign substances may not play properly.

Use a soft cloth to clean the disc.

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Clean lightly from the centre of a disc to the outside edge. Circling or cleaning too hard

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may create scratches on the disc and further cause the disc to play abnormally.

Do not use benzene, thinner, detergent, alcohol or anti-static spray when cleaning the disc.

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It may cause a malfunction.

Press the supporting holder in the centre of the disc case for easy removal of the disc.

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Handle discs by the edges and the centre hole to avoid ﬁnger marks on the recording side.

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Do not bend or apply heat to the disc.

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Always store discs vertically in their plastic cases when not in use.

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Store discs away from direct sunlight, heating elements, moisture or dust.

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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.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding DVD Camcorder

Do not leave the DVD Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F).

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For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.

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

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moisture.

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

repaired.

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

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

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

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug

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shall be readily operable.

Notices regarding Copyright (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi 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.

Servicing & Replacement Parts

Do not attempt to service this DVD 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

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manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁre, electric shock or other hazards.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Features

DVD Disc Camcorder

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DVD-VIDEO Title Production with 8cm DVD-RW/+RW/ DVD-R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs.

High Power Zoom Lens

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Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 33x Zoom Lens.

USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer

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(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

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

Photo Capture

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(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

The Photo Capture function lets you capture the scene you want while the disc is in play, and save as a still image on the Memory Card.

1200x Digital Zoom

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

Colour TFT LCD

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A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings immediately. Also 2.7 inch Wide LCD. (VP-DC161W(i)/ DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only).

Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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

Various Digital Effects

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Back Light Compensation (BLC)

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Program AE

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Digital Still Camera Function

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Moving Image Recording

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Multi Memory Card Slot

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Multi OSD Language

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The Digital Effects allow you to give your recordings a special look.

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

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

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

- 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.

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

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

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

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

You can select the desired OSD language from OSD list.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

About Disc

Playable Discs

DVD-R / DVD-RW (8cm)

DVD+RW (8cm)

DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (8cm)

Unplayable Discs

You may not use 12cm CD/DVD discs.

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Unplayable 8cm Discs

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- CD

- CD-R

- CD-RW

- DVD-ROM

- DVD+R (Single Layer)

- DVD-RAM

- DVD-R(Dual Layer) Floppy Disk, MO, MD, iD, LD

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Notes

We are not responsible for the life span of the recording based on the quality of the disc in the DVD Camcorder and how

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long the data can be kept. You may not be able to play discs recorded from a PC or DVD recorder. When such a case occurs, the message,

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Bad Disc! may be displayed. We do not warranty any damage or loss incurred due to recording and playback failure caused by disc or card malfunction.

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We take no responsibility and offer no compensation for any recording failure, loss of recorded or edited material and/or

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damage to the recorder arising from the misuse of discs.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Disc Type Description

Disc Type DVD-R (8cm) DVD+R DL (8cm) DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm)

Mode – – VR (Video Recording) Video –

Capacity 1.4G 2.6G 1.4G 1.4G 1.4G

Formatting a new disc

Recording page 43 O O O O O

Rewrite X X O O O

Playback on other DVD Players (Finalize) page 86

Playback on other DVD Recorders  page 86 O O O O O

Additional recording after ﬁnalisation (Unﬁnalize)

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Editing page 71 X X O X X

Reusing a disc by formatting  (Format) page 84 X X O O O

You must format new disc before recording on it.

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When loading a DVD-RW disc you must format it in Video or VR mode.

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When loading a DVD+RW disc you must format it.

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We cannot guarantee that you will be able to play back in all other manufacturer’s DVD Camcorders, DVD Players/

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O O X O O

X X O O –

Recorders, or PC’s. For compatibility information, please refer to the manual of the device you wish to play back on.

Discs must be ﬁnalised before they can be played on standard DVD Players/Recorders.

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Refer to the page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.

You can play back DVD+RW discs on DVD Players/Recorders without ﬁnalising them.

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DVD+RW disc does not need the Finalise/Unﬁnalise feature.

When formatting a recorded disc, the data recorded on the disc is deleted and disc capacity is restored, enabling you to

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re-use the disc.

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O: possible / X: not possible / -: not needed

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

How to use the DVD Camcorder easily

You can record any desired image and edit and playback the disc on a DVD Camcorder, most DVD players, and PCs after ﬁnalising the disc.

Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc

Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting page 41

Step 2 Recording the Desired Image

Step 3 Editing Recorded Images

You may edit only in DVD-RW (VR Mode).

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Step 4 Finalising a Disc

- Discs must be ﬁnalised before they can be played on standard DVD Players/Recorders.

- You may play back DVD+RW discs on other devices without ﬁnalising them.

Step 5 Playback on a DVD Camcorder, DVD Player/Recorder, or PC

DVD-RW(VR mode): You may play back only on DVD Recorders that support DVD-RW VR mode.

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Playing the ﬁnalised disc

Disc Type Mode Player/Recorder

DVD-R/+R DL - DVD Player, DVD Recorder

DVD-RW

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders.

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For compatibility details, refer to your DVD Players/ Recorder’s owner’s manual.

You can play back DVD+RW discs on other DVD Players/

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Recorders without ﬁnalising them.

Video DVD Player, DVD Recorder

DVD Recorder that supports

DVD-RW VR mode.

Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder

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

Basic Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE)

3. AC Cord

4. Multi-AV Cable

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium Batteries for Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) and Clock. (TYPE: CR2025)

7. Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

8. USB Cable (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

9. Software CD (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) (DV Media PRO, Ulead Video Studio)

10. Lens Cover

11. Lens Cover Strap

12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Optional Accessory

13. Carrying Case

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

4. Multi-AV Cable 5. Instruction Book

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

10. Lens Cover 11. Lens Cover Strap 12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc

13. Carrying Case

2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE)

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3. AC Cord

6. Lithium Batteries (CR2025)

Note

Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer and service centre.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Front & Left View

1. ACCESS Indicator

2. OPEN Switch

3. Lens

4. LED LIGHT

5. Remote Sensor (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

6. Internal MIC

(VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

1. ACCESS Indicator page 40

2. OPEN Switch

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3. Lens

4. LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 49

5. Remote Sensor (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

7. QUICK MENU Button

8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK)

9. EASY.Q Button

10. TFT LCD Screen

6. Internal MIC

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7. QUICK MENU Button

8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK)

9. EASY.Q Button

10. TFT LCD Screen

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Left Side View

1. MENU Button

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2. DISPLAY Button

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11. DC IN Jack

12. VOL (-/+) Button

13. Function Buttons

3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Built-In Speaker

5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. button

6. C.NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

6. COLOR NITE (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only)

1. MENU Button

2. DISPLAY Button

Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Built-In Speaker

5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button

C.NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

COLOR NITE (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only)

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7. Charging Indicator

8. Jack Cover

9. USB Jack (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Button

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



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Mode

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10. Multi cable Jack

7. Charging Indicator

8. Jack Cover

9. USB Jack (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

10. Multi cable Jack

11. DC IN Jack

12. VOL (-/+) Button

13. Function Buttons (below)

M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode

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<M.Player Mode>

Backward Search/

Skip

Forward Search/

Skip

Play/Still FADE Slide Show Play/Still

Stop BLC - Stop

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Photo image Moving image

Backward

- Forward Skip

Skip

Backward

Forward

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Right & Top View

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Focus Adjustment Knob

3. Viewﬁnder

4. External MIC Jack

5. Power Switch

6. Start/Stop Button

1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 97

2. Focus Adjustment Knob

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3. Viewﬁnder

4. External MIC Jack

7. Zoom Lever1. PHOTO Button

8. Disc Cover

9. Hand Strap

5. Power Switch (ON/OFF/

6. Start/Stop Button

7. Zoom Lever

8. Disc Cover

9. Hand Strap

(Camera)/ (Player))

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Rear & Bottom View

2. Tripod Receptacle

1. Lithium Battery Cover

5. Hand Strap Hook

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3. Memory Card Slot (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Battery Release switch

1. Lithium Battery Cover

2. Tripod Receptacle

3. Memory Card Slot (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Battery Release switch

5. Hand Strap Hook

Usable Memory Cards (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

SD MMC

Memory Stick

Memory Stick PRO

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

1. START/STOP

2. DISPLAY

3. /(Skip)

4.  (Stop)

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(Play/Still)

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6. MENU

7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK

1. START/STOP

2. DISPLAY

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3. /(Skip)

4.  (Stop)

(Play/Still)

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6. MENU

7. Up(

)/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK

8. PHOTO

9. W/T (Zoom)

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10. /(Search)

11. | (Slow)

12. Q-MENU

8. PHOTO

9. W/T (Zoom)

10. /(Search)

11. | (Slow)

12. Q-MENU

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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 DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.

- Press the [Zoom] lever and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.

Hand Strap

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

Insert the Hand Strap into the Hand Strap Hook.

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

3. Close the Hand Strap.

Lens Cover

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

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

3. Hook up the Lens Cover Strap to the Hand Strap and adjust it following

the steps as described for the Hand Strap.

4. Close the Hand Strap.

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Installing the Lens Cover after Operation

Press buttons on both sides of the Lens Cover, then insert it so it covers the DVD Camcorder Lens.

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Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock

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

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

Installing the Lithium Battery in the Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

1. Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with [ ] mark),

using your ﬁngernail or a coin to open it. The battery holder opens.

2. Insert the battery while the positive (+) terminal faces down and press it

ﬁrmly until you hear locking sound.

3. Place the battery holder to match its [

remote control, and turn the battery holder clockwise to ﬁx it.

] mark with the [] mark on the

Precautions 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 DVD Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

3. When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display 12:00 01.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 Lithium Battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

1 2 3

Battery Holder

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

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 DVD Camcorder.

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

Cord to a wall socket.

4. Open the LCD Screen and Jack Cover.

5. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack on the DVD Camcorder.

The charging indicator will start to blink, showing that the Battery is charging.

6. When the Battery is fully charged, disconnect the Battery Pack and

the AC Power Adapter from the DVD Camcorder. Even with the Power switched Off, the Battery Pack will still discharge.

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 off for a

second

Error - Reset the Battery Pack and the DC Cable

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Power Switch

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Preparation

Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type

If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and the Viewﬁnder switches on automatically.



The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations.



Actual recording time depends on usage. 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 is switched Off, the Battery Pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.



Battery Type SB-LSM80 SB-LSM160 (Option)

Charging time Approx.1hr 20min Approx. 3hr

Mode Continuous recording time Playback time Mode Continuous recording time Playback time

LCD ON

Viewﬁnder

LCD ON

Viewﬁnder

LCD ON

Viewﬁnder

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 (DVD Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.).

It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

XP Approx. 55min Approx. 1hr 10min XP Approx. 1hr 45min Approx. 2hr 15min

SP Approx. 1hr Approx. 1hr 15min SP Approx. 1hr 55min Approx. 2hr 25min

LP Approx. 1hr 5min Approx. 1hr 20min LP Approx. 2hr 5min Approx. 2hr 35min

Measured ﬁgures shown above are based on model VP-DC161.

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Preparation

Battery Level Display

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

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

The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level ‘d’ and ‘e’.

At battery level ‘e’



The battery becomes low in capacity and the < > indicator blinks on the display. The screen will turn blue when the battery is almost completely discharged.

Battery Pack Management

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



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



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



temperatures above 104 °F (40 °C) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged. Do not put the Battery Pack near any heat source (i.e. ﬁre or a heater).



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



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



overheating or ﬁre.

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Preparation

Maintaining the Battery Pack

Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time.



The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.



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



The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 ° C). The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions. We recommend only using the original Lithium Ion Battery Pack that is available from your SAMSUNG retailer.



When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste. Make sure that the Battery Pack is fully charged before starting to record.



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



Fully discharging a Lithium Ion Battery damages the internal cells.



The Battery Pack may be prone to leakage when fully discharged. To preserve battery power, keep your DVD Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.



If your DVD Camcorder is in Camera Mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes



with a disc 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.

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Preparation

Connecting a Power Source

There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD 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 household power source to use the DVD Camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed.

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

AC Cord.

2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket.

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

3. Open the LCD Screen and Jack Cover.

4. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack of the DVD

Camcorder.

5. Set the DVD Camcorder to each mode by holding

down the Green Tab on the [Power] switch and turning it to [On] or [Off].

Power Switch

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Preparation

About the Operating Modes

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



DC165WB(i) only)

Set the Operation Mode by adjusting [Power] switch and [Mode] (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) switch



before operating any functions.

Each time you move the [Power] switch downward, it toggles between [ (Camera)] and [ (Player)] mode.



Mode Name <Camera Mode> <Player Mode>

[Power] Switch

[Mode] Switch

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/

DC165WB(i) only)

switch.

<M.Cam Mode>

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/

DC165WB(i) only)

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



Using the Joystick

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



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

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

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

3. Move to a lower menu item.

4. Move to an upper menu item.

5. Press to select the chosen item.

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/

<M.Player Mode>

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/

DC165WB(i) only)

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Preparation

Using the QUICK MENU

QUICK MENU is used to access DVD 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:

DIS Program AE

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

<M.Cam Mode>

<M.Player Mode>

White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure

Delete Partial Delete Protect Title Name Title Info

New Playlist Delete Edit Playlist Playlist Name Playlist Info

White Balance Photo Quality Exposure

Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format

For example: Setting the White Balance

1. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. The quick menu list will appear.



2. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

3. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, or

Custom WB), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

4. To exit, press the [

QUICK MENU

] button.

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STBY

20 min

DIS

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure

Q.MENU

DIS Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect Shutter Exposure

Q.MENU

<When the White Balance option in

Off

Exit

STBY

Outdoor

Exit

STBY

Camera mode was selected.>

0:00:00

20 min

0:00:00

20 min

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera Mode/Player Mode

1. Battery Level page 23

2. Manual focus EASY.Q page 44

page 52

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3. DIS page 60

4. Program AE

5. White Balance Mode page 55

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6. Digital Effects Mode page 57

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16:9 Wide

7. Shutter Speed

8. Exposure page 51

page 53

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page 59

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page 51

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9. Date/Time page 37

10. Color Nite

pages 48~49

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11. USB page 113

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/ DC165WB(i) only)

12. Remote

page 31

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(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/ DC165WB(i) only)

13. Wind Cut

page 50



14. BLC (Back Light

Compensation) page 47

15. LED LIGHT

page 49

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(VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

16. Title List Number



17. Disc Format page 84

18. Disc Type

19. Counter

20. Remaining Time

21. Record Mode

22. Operating Mode

23. Zoom Position

24. PB Zoom

25. Message Line page 120

26. Volume Control

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27. AV IN



(VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/ DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/



DC165WBi only)

28. Playback Speed

Notes

Functions not marked with 



will be retained when the DVD Camcorder powered on after turning it off. OSD (On Screen Display) and



printed names for each part of the DVD Camcorder are based on model VP-DC163.

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OSD in Camera Mode

23 22 21 20 19

1 2 3

4 5

Sepia

6 7

S.1/50

12:00 01.JAN.2006

16:9 Wide

STBY

W T

No disc!

Color N. 1/25

OSD in Player Mode

►►

PB ZOOM 2.0x

12:00 01.JAN.2006

No disc!

0:00:00

20 min

0:00:00

17 16

001

15 14

13 12 11

109

001

AV IN

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

1. Photo Quality page 95

OSD in M.Cam Mode

2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator

3. Image Counter (Total number of

recordable photo images)

4. Slide Show

5. Erase Protection Indicator page 100



6. Print Mark

7. Folder Number-File Number page 94



page 99

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page 107

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12:00 01.JAN.2006

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No memory card!

141

1 min

8. Image Counter (Current Image/

Total number of recorded images)

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.



Turning the Date/Time On/Off

To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the Date/Time mode. page 37

OSD in M.Player Mode

Slide

12:00 01.JAN.2006

No memory card!

5/10

100-0005

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Clock (Clock Set)

Clock setup works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



The date/time is automatically recorded onto a disc. Before recording, please set the date/time.



1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the [Joy stick] up or down to select <Clock Set>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]

6. Move the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The day will highlight ﬁrst.



[Joystick] up or down to set current day, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The month will be highlighted.



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

setting the day.

8. Press the

 

[Joystick(OK)] after setting minute. A message <Complete!> is displayed. To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour, or Min by pressing the [Joystick(OK)], then move the [Joystick] up or down to set respective values.

9. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Notes

After the Lithium Battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time appears



on the screen as 12:00 01.JAN.2006. You can set the year up to 2040.



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



Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Adjust OK Select

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On ►On ►English ►On

01 JAN 2006

12 : 00

01 JAN 2006

12 : 00

Complete!

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

The Remote function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



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



1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Remote>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

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.

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On ►On ►English ►On

Off On

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)

The Beep Sound function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



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



1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Beep Sound>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote

Beep Sound

Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On ►On ►English ►On

Off On

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26



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

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Shutter Sound>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Note

If Beep Sound is set to Off, you will not hear the shutter sound even if it is set to On.

M.Cam Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language

Move OK Select

M.Cam Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound

Shutter Sound

Language

Move OK Select

►On ►On ►On ►English

Off On

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Selecting the OSD Language (Language)

The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



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



1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the



6. Move the



7. To exit, press the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Language>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The available language options are listed.

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

The OSD language is refreshed in the selected language.

[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 OK Select

►On ►On ►English ►On

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration)

The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera Mode with no disc inserted in the unit. page 26



Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no disc inserted in the DVD Camcorder. page 40



Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your DVD Camcorder so that you may



use them more easily.

The Demonstration operates repeatedly until it is switched Off.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Demonstration>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

7. Press the



[Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[MENU] button.

The Demonstration will begin.

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

Note

When you press FADE, BLC, EASY.Q, MF/AF, or COLOR NITE button during the Demonstration operation, the operation will be deactivated and the function of the button pressed will be activated.

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language

Demonstration

Move OK Select

SAMSUNG Camcorder is ...

►On ►On ►English ►On

Off On

[Digital Camcorder]

Exit

Demonstration

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Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour)

Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



Your DVD Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (VP-DC161(i)/DC163(i)) / 2.7 inch wide (VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/



DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)) 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 DVD Camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can



adjust;

- LCD Bright

- LCD Colour

1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Display>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the item you want to adjust (LCD Bright or

LCD Colour), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] left or right to adjust the value of the selected item (LCD Bright or

LCD Colour), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

You can set values for <LCD Bright> and <LCD Colour> between <00> ~ <35>.



7. To exit, press the Adjusting the LCD Screen does not affect the brightness and colour of the image to be recorded.



[MENU] button.

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Off

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright

LCD Colour Date/Time

Adjust OK Select

Exit

Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time)

The Date/Time function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



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



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1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Display>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

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

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the display type of the Date/Time, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

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



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Notes

The Date/Time will read 12:00 01.JAN.2006 in the following conditions.



- During playback of a blank section of a disc.

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

- When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead. Before you use the Date/Time function, you must set the clock. page 30



Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Off

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright LCD Colour

Date/Time

Move OK Select

Off Date Time Date&Time

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Using the Viewﬁnder

In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewﬁnder will work when the LCD Screen is closed.



Adjusting the Focus

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

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

2. Use the Focus Adjustment Knob of the Viewﬁnder to focus the picture.

Note

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

DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Various Recording Techniques

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

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1. General recording.

2. Downward recording.

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

3. Upward recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from below.

4. Self recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from the front.

5. Recording with the Viewﬁnder.

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

Note

Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to the DVD Camcorder.

1 2

3 4

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Inserting and Removing a Disc

When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force. It may cause



a malfunction.

You cannot open the disc cover while loading.



Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) and the [Power]



switch to [ (Camera)] to view menus and messages displayed on the LCD Screen.

Inserting a Disc

1. Push the



2. Gently open the cover by hand until it stops.

3. Push the disc against the turntable at the centre to lock until a click is heard.

 

4. Gently push the section marked

close the cover.



Notes

Move the Hand Strap so it does not interfere with inserting or ejecting the disc.



The disc cover can be opened when the device is connected to an AC power adapter or



the battery pack, even if the power is off.

[OPEN] switch in the direction of the arrow.

The cover of disc insertion block will open.

The recording side of the disc must face the inside of the DVD camcorder. Do not touch the pickup lens.

[PUSH CLOSE] on the cover of the disc insertion block, to

Once inserted, the disc is recognised with the [ACCESS] indicator blinking. Do not cut off the power supply during this time. Do not shake nor apply impact. It may cause a malfunction.

Caution

This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those speciﬁed herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not look inside the product if interlock mechanism is damaged.

pickup lens

Warning

Be careful not to damage the interlock mechanism.

DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

When using a New Disc: Formatting a new Disc

Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted. Recognition of the disc will start.

For a DVD-R/+R DL disc:

For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc is not formatted. Format?> message.

Differences between Video and VR mode

Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Video> or <VR>, then press [Joystick(OK)].

Please refer to Page 11 for applications by mode.



Upon completion, the <Complete!> message will appear.



If you select <Cancel>, the <Not formatted!> warning message will appear.



Formatting a new disc is required to record on it. To format later, use the menu. page 84

For a DVD+RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc format? All ﬁ les will be deleted!> Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press [Joystick(OK)].

Upon completion the <Complete!> message will appear.



If you select <No>, the <Not formatted!> warning message will appear.



Formatting a new disc is required to record on it. To format later, use the <Disc Manager> menu. page 84

Removing a Disc

1. Push the



2. Gently open the cover by hand until it stops.

[OPEN] switch in the direction of the arrow.

The cover of the disc compartment will open.

3. Remove the disc. While pushing down the centre portion of the turntable, pick up the disc by the edges to remove.



4. Gently push the section marked

Formatting will automatically begin.

Video (Video Mode) : If the disc has been ﬁ nalised, you will be able to

play the disc on most DVD Players/Recorders.

VR (VR Mode) : Yon can edit the disc on a DVD Camcorder, but

playback is only possible on a DVD Recorder.

Refer to page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.



message.

[PUSH CLOSE] on the cover of the disc insertion block, to close the cover.

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Disc is not formatted. Format?

Video

Cancel

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode)

The Record Mode function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



This DVD Camcorder can ﬁlm in the XP (extra play), the SP (standard play) and the LP (long play) modes.



The SP mode is set as the factory default.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Rec Mode>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select desired record mode (XP, SP or LP), then

press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



[MENU] button.

Recording Times based on Disc Type

DVD-RW/+RW/-R (1.4G) DVD+R DL (2.6G) XP Approx. 20min Approx. 35min SP Approx. 30min Approx. 53min LP Approx. 60min Approx.106min

Note

Recorded ﬁles are encoded with Variable Bit Rate (VBR).

The recording time depends on the subject you want to record.



Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode Wind Cut

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

Wind Cut

►SP ►Off

Move OK Select

STBY

XP SP LP

0:00:00 10 min

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Making your First Recording

1. Connect a power source to the DVD Camcorder. pages 21, 25 (A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter)



Insert a disc. page 40



2. Remove the Lens Cover.

3. Open the LCD Screen Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].



(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].



Make sure that <STBY> is displayed. Make sure the image you want to record appears on the



LCD Screen or Viewﬁnder. Make sure the Battery Level indicates that there is enough



remaining power for your expected recording time.

4. To start recording, press the [Start/Stop] button. <REC> is displayed on the LCD Screen.



The record mode, recording time, the disc type, the format mode and the title list number are displayed on the LCD Screen.

5. To stop recording, press the [Start/Stop] button again. <STBY> is displayed on the LCD screen after blinking.



If you press the [Start/Stop] button to record again, a new Title List will be created.



The title list number will not appear in the STBY mode but in the REC mode.

Notes

Playing Title list page 63



DVD-RW/-R discs can create up to 99 Title Lists, DVD+RW/+R DL discs can create up to 49 Title Lists.



Detach the Battery Pack when you have ﬁnished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.



If the power cable/batteries are disconnected, or recording is disabled during recording an error message will appear and the



system is switched to the data recovery mode. While data is being recovered, no other function is enabled. After data recovery, the system will be switched to the STBY mode

REC

0:00:20



20 min

001

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode)

The EASY.Q function works only in Camera Mode.



The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. By pressing the [EASY.Q] button, all functions on the DVD Camcorder will be set to off

and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes (DIS, AF(Auto Focus), AWB(Auto White Balance), AE(Auto Exposure)) ON:

The word <EASY.Q> and DIS ( ) appear on the display at the same time.



4. Press the



[Start/Stop] button to start recording.

Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

5. Press the [EASY.Q] button again in the STBY mode to turn the EASY.Q mode off. The EASY.Q function will not turn off while you are recording.



The DVD Camcorder will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY.Q



mode.

Notes

In EASY.Q mode, certain functions are not available, such as Menu, BLC, Manual focus,



Color Nite. If you want to use these functions, you must ﬁrst turn the EASY.Q mode off. The EASY.Q mode settings are deleted when the Battery Pack is removed from the DVD



Camcorder and must be reset when the Battery Pack is replaced. 16:9 Wide is not available in the EASY.Q mode. (VP-DC161(i)/DC163(i) only)



STBY

0:00:00

20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using External Microphone

Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Camcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded.

Zooming In and Out

The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26



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



You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.



Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the Zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking



results and a reduction of battery usage time.

1. Move the

further for a high-speed zoom.



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

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



[Zoom] lever slightly for a gradual zoom, move it

Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.

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

TELE

WIDE

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using the Fade In and Out (FADE)

The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



You can give your recording a professional look by using special



effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence.

To Start Recording

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Before recording, hold down the [FADE]

4. Press the [Start/Stop] button and at the same time release the

To Stop Recording

5. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the [FADE] button.

6. When the picture has disappeared, press the [Start/Stop] button

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

button.

The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).



[FADE] button.

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



The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).



to stop recording.

Hold down the [FADE] button a. Fade Out Gradual disappearance

a. Fade Out (Approx. 4 seconds)

STBY

0:00:00

20 min



REC





REC





STBY

0:00:20

20 min

0:00:30

20 min

0:00:40

20 min

001



b. Fade In (Approx. 4 seconds)

Gradual appearance b. Fade In Release the [FADE] button

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)

BLC works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode.



Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:



- The subject is in front of a window.

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

- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

- The light sources are too bright.

- The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. To exit BLC mode, press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[BLC] button.

BLC icon ( ) is displayed.



[BLC] button again.

Each press of the [BLC] button toggles: Normal



Note

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

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BLC

Normal.



0:00:00

20 min

STBY

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using the Color Nite

Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode.



You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a



brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.

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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[COLOR NITE] (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only) or

[C.NITE/LED LIGHT] (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) button.

4. Each time you press the [COLOR NITE] (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/ DC163(i) only) or [C.NITE/LED LIGHT] (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) button, shutter speed is changed to;

<Color N. 1/25>, <Color N. 1/13> and off.



(VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only)

<Color N. 1/25>, <Color N. 1/13>, <Color N. 1/13( )> and off.



(VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Notes

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



When using the Color Nite, the focus adjusts slowly and white dots may appear on the



screen, this is not a defect. Digital Zoom, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2 or 16:9 Wide is not available in the



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



(VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/

DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only)

(VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

STBY

0:00:00 20 min

Color N.1/25

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using the LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

The LED LIGHT function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



The LED LIGHT enables you to record a subject in dark places.



The LED LIGHT can be used with Color Nite function only.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[C.NITE/LED LIGHT] button until <Color N. 1/13( )> appears.

Danger

The LED LIGHT can become extremely hot.



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



result. Do not place the DVD Camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the LED



LIGHT, since it remains extremely hot for some time. Do not use near ﬂammable or explosive materials.



Note

The range of the LED LIGHT is limited. (up to 6.6ft (2m))

STBY

0:00:00

20 min

Color N.1/13

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

The Wind Cut function works only in Camera Mode.



Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.



The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.



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

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. To activate the Wind Cut function, move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Wind Cut>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>,

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

Wind Cut icon ( ) is displayed.



[MENU] button.

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Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode Wind Cut

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

Wind Cut

►SP ►Off

Exit

Off On

Note

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

Move OK Select

STBY

Exit

0:00:00

20 min

DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)

The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26



The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Shutter> or <Exposure>, then press the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Manual>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select desired shutter speed or exposure value, then

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

Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording

 



Notes



 



[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[QUICK MENU] button.

QUICK MENU list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

press the [Joystick(OK)].

Shutter speed can be set to <1/50>, <1/120>, <1/250>, <1/500>, <1/1000>,



<1/2000>, <1/4000> or <1/10000>. Exposure value can be set between <00> and <29>.



Selected settings are displayed.



Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: 1/2000 or 1/4000 Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters: 1/1000,

DIS

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure

Q.MENU

DIS Program AE White Balance Digital Effect

Shutter

Exposure

Q.MENU

1/500 or 1/250

Indoor sports such as basketball: 1/120

S.1/50

If you manually change the Shutter Speed and the Exposure value when Program AE option is selected, manual changes are applied ﬁrst. The image may not seem as smooth when a high Shutter Speed is set. The DVD Camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings when you

change to the EASY.Q mode. When recording with a Shutter Speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.

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STBY

Off

STBY

Manual

0:00:00

20 min

0:00:00

20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Auto Focus / Manual Focus

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and



M.Cam Mode.

In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it



enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make



automatic focusing difﬁcult or unreliable.

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of DVD Camcorders, we recommend



that you use Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

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



focus manually. a.

A picture containing several objects, some close to the DVD Camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow. c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car. d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.

1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. Press the The manual focus icon ( ) will blink.



4. Focus with the Pressing the [VOL-] button will focus on the foreground image while pressing the [VOL+]



button will focus on the background image.

5. To exit, press the

Note

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

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[MF/AF] button.

[VOL-] and [VOL+] buttons.

[MF/AF] button.

a b

c d

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0:00:00

STBY

20 min

Near Far

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)

The Program AE function works only in Camera Mode.



The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.



They give you creative control over the depth of ﬁeld.



<Auto ( )> mode



- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

- To be used in normal conditions.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.

<Sports ( )> mode



For recording people or objects moving quickly.

<Portrait ( )> mode



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

- The Portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.

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

<Spotlight ( )> mode



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

<Sand/Snow ( )> mode



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

<High Speed ( )> (High Shutter Speed) mode



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

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STBY

0:00:00 20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Program AE

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Program AE>, then press the

6. Move the

7. To exit, press the

Notes



[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick(OK)].

The available options are listed.



[Joystick] up or down to select desired program AE option, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

[MENU] button.

The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



When the <Auto> mode is selected, no icon is displayed.



You can directly access the Program AE function by using the [QUICK MENU] button.

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

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

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

STBY

►Auto ►Auto ►Off ►Off ►Off ►Off

Auto Sports Portrait Spotlight Sand/Snow High Speed

0:00:00

20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the White Balance (White Balance)

The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode.



The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the subject in any recording condition.



You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image colour.



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



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



- Under halogen or studio/video lighting

- Subject is of one dominant colour

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



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

Custom WB ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the recording



environment.

1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor or

Custom WB), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Refer to page 56 for details on setting Custom WB.



7. To exit, press the The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



When the <Auto> mode is selected, no icon is displayed.



[MENU] button.

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Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

STBY

►Auto ►Auto ►Off ►Off ►Off ►Off

Auto Indoor Outdoor Custom WB

0:00:00

20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Custom White Balance

You can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Custom WB>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The <Set White Balance> will blink.



7. Place the white object under the desired lighting, then press the The <Set White Balance> will disappear and the white balance setting will



[Joystick(OK)].

commence.

8. To exit, press the Custom WB icon ( ) is displayed.



[MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the White Balance function by using the [QUICK MENU]



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



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



Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.



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

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Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Set White Balance

Select

STBY

Auto Indoor Outdoor Custom WB

0:00:00

20 min

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)

The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.



Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.



There are 10 Digital Effect modes.



1. <Art> mode

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

2. <Mosaic> mode

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

3. <Sepia> mode

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

4. <Negative> mode

This mode reverses the colours, creating a negative image.

5. <Mirror> mode

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

6. <BLK & WHT> mode

This mode changes the images to black and white.

7. <Emboss1> mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).

8. <Emboss2> mode

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

9. <Pastel1> mode

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

10. <Pastel2> mode

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

1 2

3 4

5 6

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Selecting the Digital Effects

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Digital Effect>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the desired Digital Effect option, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

The display mode is set to the selected mode.



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the Digital Effect function by using the [QUICK MENU] button.

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

The Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode is not available while DIS or Color



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



Once DIS, EASY.Q, Color Nite is set, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode will



be released. Digital Zoom is not available in the Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode.



Mirror mode is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode. (VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)



Digital Effect modes other than Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic mode is available while DIS is in use.



Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance

Digital Effect

16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Art

STBY

►Auto ►Auto ►Off ►Off ►Off ►Off

Off Art Mosaic Sepia Negative Mirror

0:00:00

20 min

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide)

The 16:9 Wide function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



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



16:9 Wide is set as a default option for VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) models.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5 Move the

6. To activate the 16:9 Wide function, move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <16:9 Wide>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>,

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect

16:9 Wide

DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

STBY

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

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



7. To exit, press the The display mode is set to the selected mode.



[MENU] button.

16:9 Wide

Notes

The 16:9 Wide mode is not available while DIS, EASY.Q or Digital Effect is in use. (VP-DC161(i)/DC163(i) only)



Once Color Nite is set, 16:9 Wide mode will be released.



Digital Zoom is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode.



Off On

Exit

0:00:00

20 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

The DIS function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD



Camcorder (within reasonable limits).

It provides more stable pictures when:



- Recording with the zoom (If the DIS is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.)

- Recording a small object close-up

- Recording and walking at the same time

- Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5 Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <DIS>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. To activate the DIS function, move the [Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then

press the [Joystick(OK)].

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



7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. DIS icon ( ) is displayed.



Notes

You can directly access the DIS function by using the [QUICK MENU] button. page 27



Digital Zoom, Color Nite, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is not available in the



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



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



EASY.Q mode automatically sets the DIS to On.



16:9 Wide mode is not available in the DIS mode. (VP-DC161(i)/DC163(i) only)



DIS function in 16:9 Wide mode may produce lower quality than in normal mode.



(VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect

16:9 Wide

DIS

Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

STBY

►Auto ►Auto ►Off ►Off ►Off ►Off

Off On

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20 min

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)

The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode.



Zooming more than 33x is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom.



The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.



Selecting the Digital Zoom

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Digital Zoom>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select desired zoom value (Off, 100x, 200x, 400x

or 1200x), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. When using the digital zoom switch, an indicator appears on the screen.



Notes

Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.



Digital Zoom is not available while DIS, EASY.Q, Color Nite, 16:9 Wide, Mosaic,



Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is in use. Once Color Nite, 16:9 Wide, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is set, Digital



Zoom mode will be released. (The Digital Zoom mode will be backed up.) Once DIS or EASY.Q is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.



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Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS

Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

STBY

W T

►Auto ►Auto ►Off ►Off ►Off ►Off

Off 100x 200x 400x 1200x

0:00:00

20 min

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: What’s Title List and Playlist

What’s a Title List?

The Title List displays multiple titles (scenes) that have been recorded.



A title is created between the points where you start and stop a recording.



Current Title List/

Total Title List

Once deleted, you cannot recover the title again.

What’s a Playlist?

You can create a Playlist on the same disc by gathering your favorite scene from the recorded titles (title lists).



DVD-RW(VR mode)

You can edit the Playlist without changing the original recordings.

Even if the Playlist is deleted, the original title lists remain undeleted.



Up to 199 playlists can be created, and up to 999 title scenes can be registered on a



Playlist.

Example: You have recorded a few scenes on a DVD-RW in VR mode. You want to save the original recording, but you also want to create a digest by putting your favorite scenes together. In this case, you can create a Playlist by selecting your favorite scenes, leaving the original recording as it is.

A title is created between the points where you start and stop a recording. Once deleted you cannot recover the title again.

Title 1 Title 2 Title 3 Title 4 Title 5 Title 6 Title 7

12.JAN.2006 30.JAN.2006



10:00 10:30 11:30 14:00 14:10 14:20 14:30

Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

Previous Page Next Page

Current Playlist/

Total Playlist

Playlist 1

DVD Camcorder: Title List

Playing Title Lists

The recorded Title List scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD Screen. You can ﬁ nd the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the LCD is closed, you can view the recording through the viewﬁ nder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 64

1. Insert the disc you want to view.

2. Open the LCD Screen.

3. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Set the

5. Use the [Joystick] to select a Title List scene to be played, then press the

Note

During the playback, a displayed image may remain still for a while until the next image to be shown.

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of the Title List will appear.



Use the [MENU] button to adjust brightness or colour of the LCD Screen. page 36



[Joystick(OK)] or [

To stop playback, press the [(Stop)] button.



DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL



] button.



Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Previous Page Next Page

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0:00:01

►

001

Adjusting the Volume

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



DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL

speaker.

When you hear sound once the disc is in play, use the [VOL -,+] buttons to adjust the



volume.

A volume level display will appear on the LCD Screen.



Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19.



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



►

001

0:00:01

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DVD Camcorder: Title List

Various Functions while in Player Mode

These functions works only in Player Mode.



Play, Still, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control.



(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Slow function is accessible only using the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)



Playback/Still

Press the [



To resume playback, press the [



Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

Pressing the [



twice plays at approx x16. When the number 1 appears on the OSD, it means X2 speed. Number 2 = X16.



To resume normal playback, press the [



Same as [



(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Skip Playback (Forward/Reverse)

Press and hold the [



When playing a disc, if you press and hold the [



If you press and hold the [ press and hold makes it move to the beginning of the previous scene. If you press and hold the [ beginning of the previous scene.



] button to pause during playback.







]/[





]/[

] buttons on the remote control.



] button at a portion 3 seconds from the start of scene, it moves to the

Portion being played back

Press the



Press the

Portion being played back

Press the

twice

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3



once Press the

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3



] button.



] button once makes the play speed to approx x2, and pressing



]/[

] buttons during playback.



] button, it moves to the beginning of the scene. One more



Press the

once



once Press the

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



] button.





] button, it moves to the next scene.



Press the



twice

DVD Camcorder: Title List

Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Forward Slow Playback

Press the [|] button on the remote control during playback.



- To resume normal playback, press the [





] button.

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DVD Camcorder: Title List

Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM)

The PB Zoom function works only in Player Mode.



The PB Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback.



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

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

[Zoom] lever toward [T(Tele)] to activate the PB Zoom during playback.

The image is magniﬁed starting from the centre of image.



4. You can zoom in from 2.0x to 8.0x by moving the [Zoom] lever. It zooms 2.0x



Zoom ratio is displayed.



5. Use the

[Joystick] to move the screen up, down, right or left.

6. To cancel the PB Zoom function, move the



4.0x

8.0x progressively.



[Zoom] lever toward [W(Wide)].

Notes

You cannot apply the PB Zoom function to pictures which are being input from an



external video source. The PB Zoom images cannot be exported to a PC.



To stop operating PB Zoom function, press the [



(Stop)] button.



PB ZOOM 2.0x

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001

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DVD Camcorder: Title List

Renaming a Title (Title Name)

Title Name function works only in Player Mode. page 26



The recording date automatically becomes the title name if date had been set in the



system menu. page 37 You can change the recording date to any desired title name.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Use the

6. Use the

7. Use the

8. Use the

9. Use the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen appears.



[QUICK MENU] button.

[Joystick] up or down to select <Title Name>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] to select a title scene you want to rename from the Title List scenes,

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Title Name screen will appears.



[Joystick] to move the cursor to the ﬁrst character of the current title name. [Joystick] to move the cursor to <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to

delete the existing title name.

[Joystick] to select the desired characters and items, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

<Delete>: Deletes the character at the cursor position.



<Space>: Enter a blank and moves the cursor one forward.



<Done>: Registers the character inputs.



<Back>: Returns to the previous mode.



[Joystick] to select <Done>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The title name is now changed.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Title



List.

DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL

Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Delete Partial Delete Protect

Title Name

Title Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Title Name

2006/01/01

Previous Page Next Page

Title Name

Title Name:2006/01/01

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5

F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0 K L M N O k l m n o + - * / ^ P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , . U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( )

Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Title Name

Title Name: Dolphin_

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5

F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0

K L M N O k l m on + - * / ^

P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , .

U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( )

Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Done

Title List

Select

[3/9]

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Title List

Title Information (Title Info)

Title Info function works only in Player Mode. page 26



It shows you the title information.



You can view the Title Name, Protect, Rec Date, Length, Rec Mode and Disc Format.



DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen appears.



[QUICK MENU] button.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Title Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Use the

[Joystick] to select a scene you want to display the title information from the

Title List scenes, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

It shows the information on the selected title.



The title information includes the <Title Name>, <Protect>, <Rec Date>, <Length>,



<Rec Mode> and <Disc Format>.

6. To exit, press the Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Title



[Joystick(OK)].

List.

Title List

[1/9]

Delete Partial Delete Protect Title Name

Title Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Title Info

Title Name:Dolphin

Rename Back

Protect Off Rec Date 2006.01.01 Length 00:00:15 Rec Mode SP Disc Format VR Mode

Previous Title Next Title

Title List

DVD Camcorder: Title List

Protecting a Title (Protect)

Protect function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can set protection for a title so that the title cannot be deleted.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen appears.



[QUICK MENU] button.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Protect>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Select> or <Select All>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Select: Protects individual ﬁles



To protect individual ﬁles, use the [Joystick] to select ﬁles to protect, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The selected ﬁles will be marked <

Select All: Protects all ﬁles



To protect all ﬁles, simply press the [Joystick(OK)] after <Select All> is selected. All ﬁles will be marked with <

6. Move the

 

[Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. Protect is set on all selected titles. The above procedure will release the lock on the title if previously set.

Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Delete Partial Delete

Protect

Title Name Title Info

Q.MENU

Protect

2006/01/01

Protect

Select

Exit

Execute

Move OK Select

Execute

Move OK Select

Title List

Back

[1/9]

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DVD Camcorder: Title List

Deleting a Title (Delete)

Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Individual or All Title scenes can be deleted.



DVD -RW/+RW/+R DL

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen appears.



[QUICK MENU] button. [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. [Joystick] up or down to select <Select> or <Select All>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Select: Delete individual ﬁles



To delete individual ﬁles, use the [Joystick] to select ﬁles to delete, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The selected ﬁles will be marked <

Select All: Delete all ﬁles



To delete all ﬁles, simply press the [Joystick(OK)] after <Select All> is selected. All ﬁles will be marked with <

6. Move the



7. Move the

 

[Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Delete?> message will appear.

[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

All selected titles will be deleted. Related ﬁles in Playlist will be deleted. (DVD-RW(VR mode only))

Note

An audible warning will be heard if you try to delete a title that had previously been protected. You must release the protect function to delete the title. page 69

Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Delete

Partial Delete Protect Title Name Title Info

Q.MENU

Delete

2006/01/01

Delete

Exit

Execute

Move OK Select

Execute

Delete?

Yes

Move OK Select

Select

Title List

[1/9]

Title List

Back

DVD Camcorder: Title List

Deleting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete)

Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



A Title scene can be partially deleted.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Partial Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] to select a title scene you want to delete partially from the Title List

6. Search the start point of deletion by pressing the [/] or [

7. Press the [

8. Press the [/] or [

9. Press the [

10. Press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Note

An audible warning will be heard if you try to delete a title that had previously been protected. You must release the protect function to delete. page 69

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

[QUICK MENU] button.

scenes, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected title will be paused, then the <Start> will be highlighted.





] button at the start point to pause the screen, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

The <End> will be highlighted.





] button at the end point to pause the screen, then press [Joystick(OK)].



The <Execute> will be highlighted.



The <Delete selected part ? Please conﬁrm.> message will appear.



The selected part of the title will be deleted.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Title





] button to search the end point of deletion.



List.

DVD-RW(VR mode)





] button.

Title List

2006/01/01 [1/9]

Delete

Partial Delete

Protect Title Name Title Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Partial Delete

001 2006/01/01

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001 2006/01/01

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001 2006/01/01

Delete selected part ? Please conﬁrm.

Yes

Start

Play

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End

Execute

Pause

End

Execute

Pause

End

Execute

Pause

00:00:00

00:00:15

00:00:12

00:00:15

00:00:12

00:00:15

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist)

This function works only in Player Mode.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

DVD-RW(VR mode)

page 26



page 41



Playlist

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List scenes will appear.



[Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right

to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



No thumbnail index is provided before creating a Playlist.



4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <New Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] Title List scenes will appear.



6. Use the

7. Move the

[Joystick] to select a scene to create, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Keep selecting in the order of your preference.



The selected scene will be marked with <





[Joystick] up to <Add>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

A new Playlist will be created.



Notes

Up to 199 playlists can be created.



Up to 999 title scenes can be registered on a Playlist.



Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

New Playlist

Delete Edit Playlist Playlist Name Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

New Playlist

Add

Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

Uninitialized [1/1 ]

Previous Page Next Page

Title List

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Renaming a Playlist (Playlist Name)

Playlist Name function works only in Player Mode. page 26



The recording date automatically becomes the title name if date had been set in the system



menu. You can change the recording date to any desired title name.

The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right to

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Playlist Name>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select a Playlist scene you want to rename from the Playlist scenes,

7. Use the [Joystick] to move the cursor to the ﬁrst character of the current title name.

8. Use the [Joystick] to move the cursor to <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to delete

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the desired characters and items, then press the

10. Use the [Joystick] to select <Done>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List scenes will appear.



highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Title Name screen will appears.



the existing title name.

[Joystick(OK)].

<Delete>: Deletes the character at the cursor position.



<Space>: Enters a blank and moves the cursor one forward.



<Done>: Registers the character inputs.



<Back>: Returns to the previous mode.



The Playlist name is now changed.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Playlist.



DVD-RW(VR mode)

Playlist

Uninitialized [1/7]

Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

Uninitialized [1/7]

New Playlist Delete Edit Playlist

Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Title Name

Title Name: Uninitialized

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5

F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0 K L M N O k l m n o + - * / ^ P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , . U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( )

Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Title Name

Title Name: Flower_

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5

F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0 K L M N O k l m n o + - * / ^ P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , . U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( )

Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Back

Done

Select

Back

Done

Select

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Playing the Playlist

This function works only in Player Mode.



The Playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD Screen.



If the LCD is closed, you can view the recording through the viewﬁ nder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

1. Insert the disc you want to view.

2. Set the

3. Set the

4. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick]

5. Use the

6. Press the [VOL -,+]

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List scenes will appear.



right to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



[Joystick] to select a Playlist to be played, then press the [

The sound will be heard through the built-In speaker.



DVD-RW(VR mode)

page 26



buttons to adjust volume.

page 64

page 41







] button.

Title List

01/01/2006 [1/9]

Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

Previous Page Next Page

►

0:00:01

DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Playlist Information (Playlist Info)

Playlist Info function works only in Player Mode. page 26



It shows you the Playlist information.



You can view the Playlist Name, Protect, Rec Date, Length, Rec Mode and Disc Format.

The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Playlist Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]

6. Use the

7. To exit, press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen will appear.



[Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick]

right to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



[Joystick] to select the desired Playlist info, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

It shows you information on the selected Playlist.



Playlist information includes Playlist Name, Protect, Rec Date, Length, Rec Mode



and Disc Format.

[Joystick(OK)].

Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to



Playlist.

DVD-RW(VR mode)

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

Previous Page Next Page

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist Delete Edit Playlist Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Playlist Info

Playlist Name:Flower

Rename Back

Previous Title Next Title

ENGLISH

Playlist

Protect Off Rec Date 2006.01.01 Length 00:00:15 Rec Mode SP Disc Format VR Mode

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Deleting a Playlist (Delete)

Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Individual or all undesired playlists can be deleted.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Move the

8. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen will appear.



[Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick]

right to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Select> or <Select All>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Select: Delete individual ﬁles



To delete individual ﬁles, use the [Joystick] to select ﬁles to delete, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The selected ﬁles will be marked <

Select All: Delete all ﬁles



To delete all ﬁles, simply press the [Joystick(OK)] after <Select All> is selected. All ﬁles will be marked with <

[Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

<Delete?> message will appear.



All selected playlists will be deleted.



DVD-RW(VR mode)

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist Playlist Name Playlist Info

Q.MENU

Delete

Flower [1/7]

Delete

Select

Exit

Execute

Move OK Select

Execute

Delete?

Yes No

Move OK Select

Playlist

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can add more scenes in an existing Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist to which the scenes are to be added, then press

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Add>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the Title List scenes to be added to the Playlist, then press

10. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Note

While the Quick Menu is displayed on the screen, pressing the [ pressing the [(Stop)] button while in play goes back to the thumbnail, and the Quick Menu disappears.

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen will appear.



to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The Title List scenes to be added to the Playlist will appear.



the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected scenes will be marked with <>.



<Want to add?> message will appear.



The <Now adding...> message will appear.



The selected scenes will be added to the Playlist. The new scene will be added as the last scene.



DVD-RW(VR mode)



] button plays back, and



Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist

Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Scene

Add

Delete

Partial Delete

Move

Exit

Q.MENU

Edit > Add

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Edit > Add

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Want to add?

Yes

Playlist

Title List

Back

[1/7]Flower

[4/9]Family

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes whose order you want

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Move>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scene to be moved, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

10. Use the [Joystick] to move the bar to the position of your choice, then press the

11. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

12. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List scenes will appear.



to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



to change then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The Selected scenes will be marked with <>.



Also a bar next to the scenes will appear.

[Joystick(OK)].

The selected scene will be moved to the new position.



The <Want to move?> message will appear.



The <Now moving...> message will appear.



You can move the scenes as many times as you wish.



DVD-RW(VR mode)

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist

Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Scene

Add

Delete

Partial Delete

Move

Exit

Q.MENU

Edit > Move

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Edit > Move

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Want to move?

Yes

Playlist

Back

[1/9]Flower

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can delete the scenes from a Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes to be deleted, then

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scenes to be deleted, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

10. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen will appear.



to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The selected scenes will be marked with <>.



The <Delete?> message will appear.



The <Now deleting...> message will appear.



The selected scenes will be deleted.



DVD-RW(VR mode)

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist

Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Scene

Add

Delete

Partial Delete

Move

Exit

Q.MENU

Edit > Delete

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Edit > Delete

Execute

Delete?

Yes

Playlist

Back

[1/9]Flower

Previous Page Next Page

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Your can delete a part from a Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

DVD-RW(VR mode)

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The Title List screen will appear.



[Joystick] up to highlight the Title List icon ( ), then move the [Joystick] right

to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the



6. Use the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.

[Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes to be partially deleted

within, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



7. Press the

[QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Partial Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the

[Joystick] to select the scene to be partially deleted, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The Partial Delete screen will appear. The Scene will be paused and the <Start> will be



highlighted.

Playlist

Flower [1/7]

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist

Playlist Name

Playlist Info

Exit

Q.MENU

Scene

Add

Delete

Partial Delete

Move

Exit

Q.MENU

Partial Delete

001 Flower

Start

Play

End

Execute

Pause

Playlist

00:00:00

[1/9]Flower

Back

00:00:13

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist

10. Press the [/] or [

11. Press the [



] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

The <End> will be highlighted.



12. Press the

13. Press the

[/] or [



[

] button to pause the screen at the end point of deletion, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

The <Execute> will be highlighted.



14. Press the [Joystick(OK)]. The <Delete selected part ? Please conﬁrm.> message will appear.



15. Move the



[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Now deleting...> message will appear.



] to search the starting point of deletion.





] to search the end point of deletion.



Partial Delete

001 Flower

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001 Flower

Delete selected part ? Please conﬁrm.

Yes

Start

Play

Execute

End

Pause

Execute

End

Pause

00:00:10

00:00:13

00:00:10

00:00:13

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Disc Information (Disc Info)

This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



It provides disc information.



DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the



[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

will be displayed.

6. To exit, press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Disc lnfo

Disc Name: DVD-RW

Rename

Disc Type DVD-RW (Unﬁnalized)

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Move OK Select

Back

Exit

DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename)

This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



You can specify a disc name.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Use the

8. Use the [Joystick] to move the cursor to <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to

9. Use the

10. Use the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] left or right to select <Rename>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Disc Title screen will appears.



[Joystick] to move the cursor to the ﬁrst character of the current disc title.

delete the existing disc title.

[Joystick] to select the desired characters and items, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] to select <Done>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The Disc Name will be changed.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Disc



Manager menu.

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Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format

Disc Info

Move

Disc lnfo

Disc Name : DVD-RW

Rename

Disc Type DVD-RW (Unﬁnalized)

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Select

Move

Disc Name

Disc Name : Science_

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5 F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0 K L M N O k l m n o + - * / ^ P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , . U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( ) Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Select

Done

Select

Back

Exit

Back

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DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Formatting a Disc (Disc Format)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



You can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted.



DVD-RW/+RW

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Format>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Video Mode> or <VR Mode>, then press

the [Joystick(OK)]. (DVD-RW only) Set the mode depending on the application.

If you insert DVD-RW disc, the <Disc format? (Video or VR) All ﬁles will be deleted!>



message will appear.

Video (Video Mode) If the disc has been ﬁnalised, it enables the disc to be played

back on other DVD Players/Recorders.

VR (VR Mode) You can edit the disc on a DVD Camcorder, but playback is

only possible on DVD Recorders.

Refer to page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.



If you insert DVD+RW disc <Disc format? All ﬁles will be deleted!> message will



appear.

7. Move the



[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

When formatting is complete, the <Complete!> message will appear.

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format

Disc Info

Move OK Select

STBY

Disc format? (Video) All ﬁles will be deleted!

Yes No

Cannot edit in camcorder.

Video Mode VR Mode

00:00:00

20 min

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



To play the contents of a DVD-RW on other DVD players you must ﬁnalise the disc. When ﬁnalising, there should be



enough power in the batteries. If an the AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected. A power cut during ﬁnalising may disrupt the disc from replaying.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Finalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Finalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Notes

   

  



[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

The <Finalizing, please wait...> message will appear. When ﬁnalising is complete the



<Complete!> message will appear.

Once ﬁnalised, the Title Lists or Playlists in the disc cannot be deleted or edited. Time required for Refer to page 12 for Finali

ﬁnalising may differ by disc type.

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders. For compatibility details, refer to your DVD Players/Recorders owner’s manual.

Once the DVD-R/+R DL disc is ﬁnalised, you cannot re-record it in the DVD Camcorder. You may play back DVD+RW discs on other devices without ﬁnalising them. You can not make an additional recording on a DVD-RW disc without unﬁnalizing it after it is ﬁnalised. The ﬁnalised disc will not support in a Macintosh.

DVD-RW/-R/+R DL

ed disc compatibility.

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Disc Finalize

Disc Name : Science

Finalize Back

Protect Off

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Move OK Select

Rename

Exit

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Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive

The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive).



1. Turn on your PC.

2. Insert a ﬁnalised disc into the DVD drive of the PC. Starts DVD playback application software and the disc will play.



If a DVD playback application does not start automatically, run the application



by navigating through the Start menu.

Notes

Use a DVD drive compatible to 8cm discs. page 10



A DVD playback application software should have been installed before playing back a disc.



Video and audio may be paused or skipped when you play back from a DVD disc directly. In this case, copy the data into



your hard disk drive. The ﬁnalised disc will not support in a Macintosh.



Playing back a ﬁnalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder

To Playback a disc

You can playback ﬁnalised DVD-R/-RW (Video mode)/+R DL discs on a DVD Players/Recorders.

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders. For compatibility details, refer to your DVD Player/Recorder owner’s manual.

Most DVD Players/Recorders can play back a DVD+RW disc that has not been ﬁnalised.

Refer to the page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.



1. Turn on the DVD Player/Recorder.

2. Insert the ﬁnalised DVD disc into the tray of a DVD Players/Recorders. It may start playing automatically or press the PLAY button to start.



For further details on playing back DVD discs, refer to the DVD Player/



Recorder user’s manual.

To Playback DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode:

A ﬁnalised DVD-RW in VR mode can be played back using a DVD Recorder which is capable of playing VR mode DVD-RW discs.

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Unﬁnalising a Disc (Disc Unﬁnalize)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



If a DVD-RW disc had been ﬁnalised in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unﬁnalise the disc for further recording.



DVD-RW

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Unﬁnalize>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the



[Joystick] left or right to select <Unﬁnalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. The <Unﬁnalizing, please wait...> message will appear. When unﬁnalizing is complete, the <Complete!> message will appear.

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Player Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Format Disc Info

Move OK Select

Disc Unﬁnalize

Disc Name : Science

Unﬁnalize Back

Protect Off

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Rename

Move OK Select

Exit

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Setting the AV In/Out (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only)

AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode. page 26



AV In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD Screen.



Also, you can send your video or image to external devices to record or play back.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <AV In/Out>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <AV In>, <S-Video In> or <Out>, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

If you want to see the DVD Camcorder picture with a TV, set <AV In/Out> menu to



<Out>.

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Player Mode

►Record

Rec Mode AV In/out

Move OK Select

Player Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

AV In/out

Move OK Select

►

►SP ►Out

Out AV In S-Video In

0:00:10

Exit

AV In

001

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Viewing Recordings on TV

The Playback function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Playing back on a TV Monitor

To play back a disc, the television must be PAL compatible.



We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder.



Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks

1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your TV with the Multi-AV cable. The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L)-mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



If you connect to a monaural TV, connect the



yellow jack (Video) to the video input of the TV and the white jack (Audio L) to the audio input of the TV.

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

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

3. Set the

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

5. Play the disc. page 63

Notes

   

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

the TV to Video.

Refer to the TV user’s manual.



You may use an S-Video connector on the cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-Video connector on your TV. Even if you use an S-Video connector, you need to connect an audio cable. If you connect the cable to the AV/S jack, you will hear sound from the DVD Camcorder’s speakers. If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).

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Signal ﬂow

Multi-AV Cable

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DVD Camcorder: Connection

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

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



1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable. The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



2. Connect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

4. Set the

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

5. Turn on both the TV and VCR. Set the input selector on the VCR to Line.



Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV



Antenna

set.

6. Play the disc.

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Notes

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



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



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



VCR

Signal ﬂow

Multi-AV Cable

DVD Camcorder

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Copying a Disc onto a Tape

The copying function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape.



1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

(VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

VCR

3. Insert the disc you want to copy in your DVD Camcorder.

4. Insert a new tape in your VCR.

5. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with Multi-AV

cable.

Connect the Multi-AV cable to the input jack on your



VCR. The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L)-mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



Multi-AV Cable

6. Press the Record button on your VCR to start recording.

7. Play the disc on your DVD Camcorder. Please refer to Page 63 for Playing. Press the [DISPLAY] button so as not to display OSD.



When Copying is Complete:

Stop recording on your VCR, then press the [(Stop)] button on your DVD Camcorder.

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Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Disc (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only)

The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the AV/S jack to record a TV programme or copy a video tape to a disc.



Set the AV In/Out before Recording (Copying). page 88

Recording (Copying) onto a Disc

1. Get your TV or VCR ready.

2. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR or TV with

Multi-AV cable.

Connect the Multi-AV cable to the output jack on



DVD Camcorder

your VCR or TV The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio (L) – Mono



The red jack: Audio (R)



3. Insert an empty disc in your DVD Camcorder. Please refer to page 11 for selecting and formatting



of discs.

VCR

Signal ﬂow

Multi-AV Cable

To record from a VCR

4. Insert the tape to be played in your VCR. Pause at the starting point of playing.



5. Start copying by pressing the [Start/Stop] button on your DVD Camcorder.

6. Press the PLAY button on your VCR to play the tape.

To record from a TV

4. Select a TV channel to be recorded.

5. Start recording by pressing the

[Start/Stop] button on your DVD Camcorder.

When Recording (Copying) is Complete:

Press the [(Stop)] button on your DVD Camcorder to stop recording(copying).

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

The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving



images recorded by the DVD Camcorder.

Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the



[Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Screen.

Memory Card Functions

Recording/Viewing Photo/Moving Images



Protecting Images from accidental erasure (except



Memory Stick Duo/MMC)

The Memory Stick Duo/MMC does not have a Protection



Tab. When using the Memory Stick Duo/MMC, be careful not to edit or delete data by mistake.

Deleting Photo Images stored in Memory Card



Marking Photo Images with Print Information



Formatting Memory Cards



Inserting a Memory Card

Terminals

Protection Tab

Label

Protection Tab

Adapter

Memory Stick Duo, RS MMC or Mini SD should be inserted by using an Adapter (not supplied).

1. Open the LCD Screen.

2. Open the Memory Card Cover.

3. Insert the Memory Card. Please insert the Memory Card with its terminals facing upward.



4. Insert the Memory Card into the slot until it softly clicks.

5. Close the Memory Card Cover.

Ejecting a Memory Card

1. Open the LCD Screen.

2. Open the Memory Card Cover.

3. Slightly push the Memory Card inwards to pop it out.

4. Pull the Memory Card out of the slot and close the Memory Card Cover.

Adapter

Terminals

Protection Tab

Adapter

DCIM

100 SSDVC DCAM 0001 DCAM 0002

101SSDVC

. .

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Notes

Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card.



Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing photo images or formatting the Memory Card.



Do not place the Memory Card near a strong electro-magnetic device.



Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the Memory Card.



Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Card.



After removing the Memory Card from the DVD Camcorder, keep it in a soft case to prevent static shock.



The data stored on the Memory Card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair.



Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. The DVD Camcorder supports 2GB SD/MMC and lower. SD/MMC above 2GB may not record or play properly.



16:9 Wide mode is not avaliable in M.Cam Mode and M.Player Mode.



Because wide LCD supports only 4:3 mode. (VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card

The photo images that you recorded are saved in JPEG ﬁle



format on the Memory Card.

The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 ﬁle



format on the Memory Card.

Each ﬁle has a ﬁle number and all ﬁles are assigned to a folder.



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

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

Image Format

Photo Image

Images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.



The picture size is 800x600



Moving Image

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



The picture size is 720X576.



000-0000

File number

Folder number

<M.Player Mode>

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Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality)

Photo Quality function works in both Player Mode and M.Cam Mode.



You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded.



Select the Photo Quality

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

2. If the

[Mode] switch is set to [DISC], set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

If the [Mode] switch is set to [CARD], set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. Press the



[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Photo Quality>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select desired photo quality (Super Fine, Fine or Normal), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

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

The icon of the selected option is displayed.



Number of Images on the Memory Card

Quality 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

<Super Fine> Approx. 600 Approx. 1200 Approx. 2400 Approx. 4960 Approx. 9740

<Fine> Approx. 790 Approx. 1580 Approx. 3150 Approx. 6520 Approx. 12800

<Normal> Approx. 1270 Approx. 2540 Approx. 5070 Approx. 10490 Approx. 20580

The actual number of images that you can record varies depending on the nature of the subject to be recorded.

Notes

You can directly access the Photo Quality function by using the



The above approximate ﬁgures are based on number of images under normal recording conditions.



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



[QUICK MENU] button.

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

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality File No.

Move OK Select

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality

File No.

Move OK Select

►Super Fine ►Series

Super Fine Fine Normal

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Setting the File Number (File No.)

File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26



File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card.



File numbers may be set as follows:



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

- <Reset>: When there are no ﬁles stored on the Memory Card, the ﬁle numbering starts from 0001.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <File No.>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select desired option (Series or Reset), then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected option is applied.



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality File No.

Move OK Select

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality

File No.

Move OK Select

►Super Fine ►Series

Series Reset

Exit

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Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card

You may take photo images while in M.Cam Mode and store the images on the Memory Card.



You can take photo images using the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)



Audio will not be recorded with a photo image on to the Memory Card.



Please check the protection tab setting on your memory card before recording. You may not be able to record when it is set



to lock.

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1. Insert the Memory Card.

2. Set the

3. Set the

4. After framing your object to record, fully press the [PHOTO]

Notes

 

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

The picture is taken and saved into the Memory Card within a few seconds.



Taking another picture within this interval is not possible.



The <Photo capture> indicator appears during the time it takes to save the image.



Photo images are saved in the Memory Card in an 800x600 format. The number of photo images that can be stored depends on the quality of the image.

button to take the picture.

Photo capture

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Viewing Photo Images (JPEG)

This function works only in M.Player Mode.



You can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo image appears. If there are no recorded images on



Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

the Memory Card, <No ﬁle!> is displayed.

3. Use the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

To display the previous six images, press and hold the [



To display the next six images, press the [





] button.



] button.

To view a Single Image

1. Use the

2. Use the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].





[

To view the next image: press the [

] buttons, search for the desired photo image.



To view the previous image: press the [



Keep pressing [



Holding the [





] or [





] or [



] button.



] button.

] to search for an image quickly.

] buttons will not change the displayed image while the ﬁle

number displayed changes until it is released. When the button is released, selected ﬁle will be displayed.

3. To return to thumbnail index, press the

[ ] button.

Notes

Loading time may vary depending on the image size.



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



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To view a Slide Show

1. Use the

2. Press the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].



(S.SHOW)] button in the single image display mode.

[

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



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





To stop the slide show, press the [



(S.SHOW)] button again.



Slide

5/10

100-0005

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Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect)

The Protect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26



You can protect important images from accidental erasure.



If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased.

1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo image appears. If there are no recorded images on the



Memory Card, <No ﬁle!> is displayed.

3. Use the

[Joystick] to select images to be protected.

4. Press the [MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Move the

 

[Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Protect>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

To exit, press the [MENU] button. The protection icon ( ) is displayed.

Notes

It operates identically in Single Image Display mode.



You can directly access the Protect function by using the [QUICK MENU]. page 27



Protected images will show the ( ) mark when they are displayed.



If the write protection tab on the Memory Card is set to LOCK, you cannot set image



protection.

100

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Previous Page Next Page

M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete Delete All

Protect

Print Mark Format

Move OK Select

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Previous Page Next Page

Off On

Exit

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