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Samsung SC-D93 Owner's Instruction Book

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00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27)
8/18/03 2:23 PM
ENGLISH
THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:
ELECTRONICS
*Samsung Electronics' Internet Home Page
United States
http://www.samsungusa.com
United Kingdom
http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk
France
http://www.samsung.fr
Australia
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Germany
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Sweden
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Poland
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Canada
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Panama
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Italia
http://www.samsung.it
Spain
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VIDEOCÁMARA FABRICADA POR:
ELECTRONICS
*Página Web en Internet de Samsung Electronics
United States
http://www.samsungusa.com
United Kingdom
http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk
France
http://www.samsung.fr
Australia
http://www.samsung.com.au
Germany
http://www.samsung.de
Sweden
http://www.samsung.se
Poland
http://www.samsung.com.pl
Canada
http://www.samsungcanada.com
Panama
http://www.samsung-panama.com
Italia
http://www.samsung.it
Spain
http://www.samsung.es
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  • Page 1 Poland http://www.samsung.com.pl Canada http://www.samsungcanada.com Panama http://www.samsung-panama.com Italia http://www.samsung.it Spain http://www.samsung.es Page 100 ESPAÑOL VIDEOCÁMARA FABRICADA POR: ELECTRONICS *Página Web en Internet de Samsung Electronics United States http://www.samsungusa.com United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk France http://www.samsung.fr Australia http://www.samsung.com.au Germany http://www.samsung.de Sweden http://www.samsung.se Poland http://www.samsung.com.pl Canada http://www.samsungcanada.com...
  • Page 2 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD93/D99 Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Page 101 ESPAÑOL Videocámara digital SCD93/D99 Autofoco...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ... 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ... 11 Features ... 11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ... 12 Front & Left View ... 13 Left side View ... 14 Right &...
  • Page 4 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Contents Advanced Recording ... 35 Use of various Functions ... 35 Setting menu items ... 35 Set the camcorder to CAM or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode... 35 Availability of functions in each mode ... 36 CLOCK SET ...
  • Page 5 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents PHOTO Image Recording ... 68 Searching for a PHOTO picture ... 68 Various Recording Techniques ... 69 Playback ... 70 Tape Playback ... 70 Playback on the LCD ... 70 Playback on a TV monitor ... 70 Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks ...
  • Page 6 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Contents Selecting the recording image size... 85 Selecting the moving picture size ... 86 Recording images continuously... 87 Select the CONTINUOUS SHOT... 87 Setting the File Number ... 88 Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode ... 89 Recording images to a Memory Stick ...

  • Page 7: Notes And Safety Instructions

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1.
  • Page 8 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. Notes regarding moisture condensation 1.
  • Page 9 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. If your camcorder is in CAM mode and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will...
  • Page 10 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the LENS Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
  • Page 11 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    You can take natural-looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in Flash. • Smart Shoe (SCD99 only) Allows the Samsung VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash or ZM-EC1 Gun Zoom Mic (both optional) to be easily attached and powered by the camcorder’s own power source. Page 11 ESPAÑOL...

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 1.

  • Page 14: Front & Left View

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. Remote Sensor 3. Built-in Flash 4. External MIC in 5. Multi-AV Jack 6. Internal MIC 1. Lens 6. Internal MIC 2. Remote Sensor 7.

  • Page 15: Left Side View

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA M.PLAY : (PLAY/STILL) FADE (see page 65) : (MJPEG PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) BLC (see page 64) : (REW) REC SEARCH – REV (see page 94) : (FF) REC SEARCH +...

  • Page 16: Right & Top View

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. Smart Shoe 4. FOCUS Adjustment knob 5. MENU button 6. MENU Selector (MENU SELECT/VOLUME) 7. Lithium Battery Cover 1.

  • Page 17: Rear & Bottom View

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 2. Hook for shoulder strap 1. MENU button 3. CAM indicator 4. PLAYER indicator 5. START/STOP button 6. Power Switch 7. Charging indicator 8. DC Jack 1.

  • Page 18: Remote Control

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 10. Direction ( (see page 72) 2.

  • Page 19: Osd (On Screen Display In Cam And Player Modes)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAM and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 62) OSD in CAM mode 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48) 4.

  • Page 20: Osd (On Screen Display In M.rec And M.play Modes)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) A. Folder number-file number (see page 83) OSD in M.REC mode B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images.

  • Page 21: Preparation

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Preparation How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when : You purchase the camcorder. The remote control doesn’t work. Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings.

  • Page 22: Lithium Battery Installation

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Hand Strap

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The hand strap enables you to : Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.

  • Page 24: Connecting A Power Source

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable 1.

  • Page 25: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack The amount of continuous recording time available depends on : The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. How often the Zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

  • Page 26: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations.

  • Page 27: Battery Level Display

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH ENGLISH Preparation Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used e. Completely used (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous...

  • Page 28: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(01~27) 8/18/03 2:23 PM ENGLISH Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes. 1.

  • Page 29: Basic Recording

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:24 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS CAP. 3.

  • Page 30: Record Search (Rec Search)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:24 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAM.

  • Page 31: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:24 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Lcd

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:24 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ;...

  • Page 33: Using The Viewfinder

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:24 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR button again. You may select NORMAL, SUPER or BACK LIGHT (SCD99 only) in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. When you use the LCD BACK LIGHT mode in a dark location or indoors, viewing the image may be difficult.

  • Page 34: Playing Back A Tape You Have Recorded On The Lcd

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE. 2.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY You can adjust the LCD during playback. The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAM mode. (see page 31) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only.

  • Page 36: Advanced Recording

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items Available mode MENU SUB MENU Memory CAMERA PLAYER REC. INITIAL CLOCK SET WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND DEMONSTRATION CAMERA PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM DSE SELECT MEMORY MIX FLASH SELECT...

  • Page 37: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating PHOTO SLOW D.ZOOM Mode (TAPE) SHUTTER D.ZOOM PHOTO SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects O : The requested function will work in this operating mode. : You can not change the requested mode.

  • Page 38: Clock Set

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording CLOCK SET CLOCK setup works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. INITIAL 2.

  • Page 39: Wl. Remote

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording WL. REMOTE The WL.REMOTE function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. The WL.REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 40: Beep Sound

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND The BEEP SOUND function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value.

  • Page 41: Shutter Sound

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working. Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. INITIAL 2.

  • Page 42: Demonstration

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording DEMONSTRATION Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAM mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder.

  • Page 43: Program Ae

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE The PROGRAM AE(automatic exposure) function works in CAM mode only. The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of field. AUTO mode Automatically balances the exposure between the subject and the background.

  • Page 44: Setting The Program Ae

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMERA MEMORY 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA VIEWER and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4.

  • Page 45: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAM or M.REC mode only. The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the object in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality image color.

  • Page 46: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM Digital Zoom works in CAM mode only. Zooming In and Out Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.

  • Page 47: Digital Zoom

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom Zooming more than 12x is achieved digitally. The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability.

  • Page 48: Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The EIS function works in CAM mode only. EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when: Recording with the zoom Recording a small object close-up...

  • Page 49: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT The DSE function works in CAM mode only. The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.

  • Page 50: Selecting An Effect

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. INITIAL 2. Press the MENU button. CAMERA MEMORY The menu list will appear. VIEWER 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR.

  • Page 51: Memory Mix

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording MEMORY MIX The MEMORY MIX function works in CAM mode only. You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the Memory Stick on top of the moving image you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape.

  • Page 52: Recording Superimposed Images On A Tape

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Recording Superimposed images on a tape Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. Insert a Memory Stick is recorded still images into your camcorder. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. CAM MODE 2.

  • Page 53: Using The Built-In Flash

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using the Built - in Flash You can take natural looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in flash or attaching the VL-S1FL video Light/ Flash (optional) to the camcorder's Smart shoe (SCD99 only; see page 100), whether they are night scenes, in doors or in other dark places.

  • Page 54: Rec Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording REC MODE The REC MODE function works in both CAM and PLAYER modes. This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

  • Page 55: Audio Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording AUDIO MODE The AUDIO MODE function works in CAM and PLAYER modes. This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit) 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.

  • Page 56: Wind Cut

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording WIND CUT The WIND CUT function works in CAM and PLAYER modes. The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. When the wind cut is on, it is possible other low sounds will be eliminated along with the sound of the wind.

  • Page 57: Date/Time

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording DATE/TIME The DATE/TIME function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 58: Tv Display

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording TV DISPLAY The TV DISPLAY function works in CAM, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only. ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, View Finder and Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the...

  • Page 59: Using Quick Menu

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu) Quick menu is available only in CAM and M.REC mode. Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access menus and submenus.

  • Page 60: Setting The Quick Menu

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (see page 44) Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset.

  • Page 61: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAM/M.REC mode. SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated.

  • Page 62: Slow Shutter(Low Shutter Speed)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAM mode only. The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2.

  • Page 63: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(28~63) 8/18/03 2:25 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good guality video recordings. The EASY mode only operates in CAM mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2.

  • Page 64: Mf/Af (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

    Auto Focusing If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make use of Auto Focus. Manual Focusing In the following cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

  • Page 65: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) BLC works in CAM/M.REC mode. * BLC off 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;...

  • Page 66: Fade In And Out

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out The FADE function works in CAM mode only. You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence.

  • Page 67: Audio Dubbing

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased.

  • Page 68: Dubbed Audio Playback

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. PLAYER MODE A / V SET 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH PHOTO COPY AUDIO MODE 3.

  • Page 69: Photo Image Recording

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down) and hold it. The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. If you do not wish to record, release the button. 2.

  • Page 70: Various Recording Techniques

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.

  • Page 71: Playback

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback The playback function works in PLAYER mode only. Playback on the LCD It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system.

  • Page 72: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Multi-AV cable. The yellow plug : Video The white plug : Audio(L) - Mono The red plug : Audio(R)

  • Page 73: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in PLAYER mode The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 3 minutes.

  • Page 74: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.

  • Page 75: Zero Memory

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY The MEMORY function works in both CAM and PLAYER modes. You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or recording at the point you wish to return to.

  • Page 76: Recording In Player Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH Recording in PLAYER mode Recording in PLAYER mode You can use this camcorder as a recorder. You can record a tape from VCR or TV. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Multi-AV cable.

  • Page 77: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device Connecting with other DV standard products. A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.

  • Page 78: Recording With A Dv Connection Cable

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Recording with a DV connection cable 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV IN/OUT port of the camcorder to the DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device.

  • Page 79: Usb Interface

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH USB interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection You can easily transfer still images/movies from a camera, tape to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.

  • Page 80: Installing Dvc Media 6.0 Program

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:26 PM ENGLISH USB interface Installing DVC Media 6.0 Program Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. Program installation 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive. Installation selection screen appears in the monitor.

  • Page 81: Connecting To A Pc

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH USB interface Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) 3.

  • Page 82: Digital Still Camera Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK The Memory Stick stores and manages still images or moving images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions Recording still images and MJPEG movie Viewing still images and MJPEG movie Single Slide show Multi display...

  • Page 83: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Stick

    Guarde las imágenes importantes aparte. Samsung no se hace responsable de los datos perdidos a causa del uso incorrecto. Si el cable USB está conectado a la videocámara, los botones...

  • Page 84: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Stick

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory Stick. The moving images that you recorded are saved in MJPEG file format on the Memory Stick.

  • Page 85: Selecting The Image Quality

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the image quality You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the photo quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode.

  • Page 86: Selecting The Recording Image Size

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the recording image size Select the image size of still image to be recorded. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. INITIAL CAMERA 2. Set the power switch to the CAM mode. MEMORY VIEWER 3.

  • Page 87: Selecting The Moving Picture Size

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the moving picture size 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position. INITIAL 2. Set the power switch to CAM mode. CAMERA MEMORY VIEWER 3. Press the MENU button. 4.

  • Page 88: Recording Images Continuously

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select one of the three modes described below before recording. NORMAL( ) : Your camcorder records up to 2 still images in 1280 960 size or 6 still images in 640...

  • Page 89: Setting The File Number

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Setting the File Number The images you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9999. Set the image file numbers so that they reset each time a Memory Stick is formatted, or so that they count up continuously. SERIES Numbering is continuous between the Memory Sticks, so that the first file number assigned on a new Memory...

  • Page 90: Recording Still Images To A Memory Stick In M.rec Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode. Audio cannot be recorded with still images onto the Memory Stick. Recording images to a Memory Stick 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.

  • Page 91: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. You can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick. If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function.

  • Page 92: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Stick

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick. The still images date/time will reflect the date and time the copies are made.

  • Page 93: Mjpeg Recording

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MJPEG RECORDING Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick. Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto MEMORY STICK 1. Insert the MEMORY STICK into your camcorder. 2.
  • Page 94 Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. The Memory Stick or its data maybe damaged. Moving images recorded on the Memory Stick may not play on other manufacturer's camcorders. The MJPEG file recorded by another camcorder might not be allowed to play by this camcorder.

  • Page 95: Viewing Still Images/Moving Pictures

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images/Moving pictures You can playback and view still images/moving pictures recorded on the Memory Stick. There are 3 ways to view recorded images. Single images/Moving pictures Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order.

  • Page 96: To View A Slide Show

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode To view a slide show 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded still image/moving picture appears 3. Press the S.SHOW button. All images will be played back consecutively for 3~4 seconds each.

  • Page 97: Marking Still Images For Printing

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Marking still images for printing This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. You can automatically print still images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF. There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK.

  • Page 98: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure You can protect important still images/moving pictures from accidental erasure. If you execute FORMAT, all still images/moving pictures including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.

  • Page 99: Deleting Still Images/Moving Pictures

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images/Moving pictures You can erase the still images/moving pictures recorded on the Memory Stick. If you want to delete protected still images/moving pictures, you must first deactivate the image protection. An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.

  • Page 100: Formatting The Memory Stick

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Formatting the Memory Stick You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all still images/moving pictures and options on the Memory Stick, including protected still images/moving pictures. The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already.

  • Page 101: Smart Shoe (Scd99 Only)

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Smart Shoe (SCD99 only) Using the Smart Shoe You can use to attach an optional accessory to the camcorder’s Smart Shoe. The accessory is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the accessory to the Smart Shoe.
  • Page 102 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Smart Shoe (SCD99 only) VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash Attach the Video Light/Flash to a camcorder when recording in dark places. When recording a PHOTO, you can take natural- looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the Flash. ZM-EC1 Gun Zoom Mic This is a highly sensitive microphone that can be switched between functioning as a...

  • Page 103: Maintenance

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

  • Page 104: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. 1.

  • Page 105: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 106: Troubleshooting

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action...

  • Page 107: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode Display Blinking Informs that... Action MEMORY STICK! slow There no Memory stick in Insert a Memory Stick. the camcorder. MEMORY FULL! slow There is not enough Change to a new Memory memory to record.
  • Page 108 00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Troubleshooting If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAM.

  • Page 109: Specifications

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH Specifications Model name: SCD93/D99 System Video signal NTSC Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx.

  • Page 110: Index

    00656D SCD93-US+ESP(64~114) 8/18/03 2:27 PM ENGLISH INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 DSE (Digital Special Effects)... 48 Audio dubbing ... 66 DV... 76, 77 AUDIO MODE ... 54 - E - AUDIO SELECT ... 67 Earphone ... 34 AV IN/OUT ... 75 EASY Mode ...
  • Page 111 ENGLISH INDEX - M - Maintenance ... 102 Self Timer... 20 Memory Mix ... 50 Shutter Sound... 40 Memory Stick ... 81, 89 SHUTTER SPEED ... 59 MF/AF ... 63 SLIDE SHOW... 95 MJPEG RECORDING... 92 SLOW SHUTTER... 61 MJPEG SIZE ... 86 Smart Shoe...

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