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Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D70/D70
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book
thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
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ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder VP-D70/D70 Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Instructions ...4 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features ... 9 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ... 10 Descriptions FRONT & LEFT VIEW... 11 LEFT SIDE VIEW... 12 RIGHT & TOP VIEW ... 13 REAR & BOTTOM VIEW... 14 REMOTE CONTROL ...
  • Page 3 Contents DSE (Digital Special Effect) ... 40 WHITE BALANCE... 42 SHUTTER... 43 IRIS ... 44 REC MODE ... 45 REC LAMP ... 46 WIND CUT... 46 AUDIO MODE ...47 DISPLAY... 48 DATE/TIME... 49 DEMO ... 50 CLOCK SET ... 51 Easy Shot mode ...

  • Page 4: Notices And Safety Instructions

    ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding rotation of LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Unintended rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 2.
  • Page 5 Notices 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. Notices regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from cold outside to warm inside during the winter.
  • Page 6 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Notices regarding the battery pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before recording outdoors. - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STBY mode without operation for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
  • Page 7 Notices and Safety Instructions Notice regarding the LENS - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). Notices regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder.
  • Page 8 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children. Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents memory; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images. - VP-D70i is able to record and receive digital data from another DV Device. - VP-D70 is not able to not record and receive digital data from another DV Device. • PHOTO The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in CAMERA mode.

  • Page 10: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

    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 3. AC cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable 5.

  • Page 11: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. REC lamp 3. Remote sensor 4. Hook for Hand Strap 5. Internal MIC 1. Lens 2. REC lamp 3. Remote sensor 4. Hook for Hand Strap (see page 20) 5.

  • Page 12: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function Keys 1. Function Keys PLAYER : CAMERA (STOP) : BLC (see page 55) (REW) : EDIT – (PLAY/STILL) : FADE (see page 56) (FF) : EDIT + (SLOW) : MF/AF (see page 54) 2.

  • Page 13: Right & Top View

    VP-D70i : DV IN/OUT 6. External MIC in (see page 57) 7. Audio/Video out 8. OPEN/EJECT button (see page 25) ENGLISH 8. OPEN/EJECT button 7. Audio/Video out 6. External MIC in 5. DV IN/OUT (VP-D70: DV OUT, VP-D70i: DV IN/OUT) 4. S-VIDEO out...

  • Page 14: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Charging indicator 2. MENU ON/OFF button 3. ENTER/DISPLAY button 4. MENU DIAL 5. LCD open 6. Hook for shoulder strap 7. DC jack 1. Charging indicator (see page 22) 2.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 8. X2 (SLOW) 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 18) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 66) (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 8.

  • Page 16: Osd (On Screen Display)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) 1. Battery level (see page 24) 2. Zoom position (see page 37) 3. Manual focus (see page 54) 4. DSE (Digital Special Effect) mode (see page 40) 5. White Balance mode (see page 42) 6.
  • Page 17 Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display) 25. Volume control (see page 31) 26. Audio playback channel (see page 58) 27. Audio playback mode 28. DV IN (DV data receiving mode) (VP-D70i only) (see page 67) 29. A.DUB (see page 57) Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) When you set the power switch to CAMERA, and the OSD is automatically turned on.

  • Page 18: How To Use The Remote Control

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control You must insert or replace the lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and – markings. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.

  • Page 19: Preparing

    Preparing Lithium Battery Installation The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Hand Strap And Shoulder Strap

    ENGLISH Preparing Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap is correctly adjusted before you begin your filming. 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 21: Connecting A Power Source

    Preparing 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 shooting. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor shooting. To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable 1.

  • Page 22: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    ENGLISH Preparing Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack To use the Lithium Ion Battery Pack The amount of continuous recording time available depends on : - The type and capacity of battery pack you are using. - How much you use the Zoom function. It is recommended that you have several batteries available.
  • Page 23 Preparing Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. Continuous recording time Charging Time time Battery LCD ON Approx. Approx. SB-L110 1hr 10min Approx. Approx. SB-L220 3hr 30min 2hr 20min If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the EVF switches on automatically. The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate.
  • Page 24 ENGLISH Preparing Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 10% used c. Half used d. Mostly used e. Completely used (flickers) (camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) Please refer to the table on page 23 for approximate continuous recording times.

  • Page 25: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    Preparing Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette There are three types of Mini DV CASSETTE tapes: DVM80, DVM60 and DVM30. When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. It can cause a malfunction. Do not use tapes other than Mini DV CASSETTE. 1.

  • Page 26: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source. (see page 21) (Battery pack or AC power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 25) 2. Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand strap. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. Open the LCD screen and make sure that STBY is displayed.
  • Page 27 Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.

  • Page 28: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    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 on the hand strap. (refer to figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Lcd

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. Depending on the conditions in which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; Brightness Colour 1.

  • Page 30: Playing Back A Tape You Have Recorded On The Lcd

    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. Hold down the tab of the Power switch and turn it to the PLAYER position. 2.

  • Page 31: Controlling Sound From The Speaker

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY You can adjust the LCD during playback. The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 29) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker.

  • Page 32: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using the Various Functions Setting the menu item Power switch CAMERA LCD ADJUST, CUSTOM SET, DIS, PIP, DIGITAL ZOOM, PROGRAM AE, DSE SELECT, WHITE BALANCE, Functions in menu SHUTTER SPEED, IRIS, REC MODE, REC LAMP, WIND CUT, AUDIO MODE, PHOTO MODE, DISPLAY, DATE/TIME, DEMO, CLOCK SETTING...

  • Page 33: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating D.ZOOM PHOTO Mode D.ZOOM PHOTO GHOST DSE OTHER EFFECTS O : The requested mode will work with the operating mode. : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work. : You can not change the requested mode.

  • Page 34: Lcd Adjust

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording LCD ADJUST The LCD ADJUST function works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode. Please see page 29. CUSTOM SET You can customize settings and save them for future use. The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA mode only. If you want to use the CUSTOM function (see page 53) correctly, set the status of each item to what you want before using the CUSTOM function.

  • Page 35: Dis

    Advanced Recording DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. DIS(Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when: Recording with the Zoom Recording a small object close-up Recording and walking at the same time...

  • Page 36: Pip

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PIP (Picture-in-Picture) The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) function works in CAMERA mode only. The PIP feature works in combination with the various functions by using a small, super imposed screen to show an original image (Ex. Digital Zoom). This should help you to get a more clear idea of what you are shooting. 1.

  • Page 37: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming In and Out Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. You can zoom using a variable zoom speed.
  • Page 38 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom More than 22x zoom is achieved digitally. The picture quality deteriorates the more you zoom in on the subject. We recommend that you use the DIS feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 39: Program Ae

    Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different shooting conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of field. AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background.

  • Page 40: Dse (Digital Special Effect)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effect) SELECT The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect that you wish to give. There are 10 DSE modes.
  • Page 41 Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DSE SELECT. 4. Press ENTER to enter the sub-menu. 5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode. Press ENTER to confirm the DSE mode.

  • Page 42: White Balance

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording W.BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA mode only. The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain a good quality colour of the image. AUTO : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.

  • Page 43: Shutter

    Advanced Recording SHUTTER The SHUTTER SPEED function works in CAMERA mode only. The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to shoot both fast and slow moving objects. You can select one of the following. AUTO, 1/6, 1/13, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 second. AUTO is fixed at 1/50 second.

  • Page 44: Iris

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording IRIS The IRIS function works in CAMERA mode only. The IRIS controls the quantity of light entering through the lens. If you select a higher value, the iris opens, and the image will be brighter. If you select a lower value, the iris closes, and the image will be darker. You can select one of the following.

  • Page 45: Rec Mode

    Advanced Recording REC MODE The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA 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. LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

  • Page 46: Rec Lamp

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording REC LAMP The REC LAMP function works in CAMERA mode only. You can turn the REC indicator on or off during recording. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. The menu list will appear. 3.

  • Page 47: Audio Mode

    Advanced Recording AUDIO MODE The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA mode only. This camcorder records the sound in two ways. (12 BIT, 16 BIT) 12 BIT: You can record two 12 bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track.

  • Page 48: Display

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DISPLAY The DISPLAY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. You can select the output path for the OSD (On Screen Display). There are two ways; LCD: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and EVF only. LCD/V-OUT: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, EVF and TV.

  • Page 49: Date/Time

    Advanced Recording DATE/TIME The DATE/TIME function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. The date and time is automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. You can choose to display - either the date, time or both. DATE only TIME only DATE/TIME...

  • Page 50: Demo

    If you press other keys (ZOOM, FADE, BLC, PHOTO, EASY, CUSTOM) during the DEMO mode, the DEMO stops for a while and resume the demonstration if you do not operate any other functions within 3 minutes. (MENU) WIND CUT ...OFF SAMSUNG AUDIO MODE ...12 BIT PHOTO MODE...FIELD DISPLAY...LCD DATE/TIME...OFF...

  • Page 51: Clock Set

    Advanced Recording CLOCK SET Setting the CLOCK only works in CAMERA mode. The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded on a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CLOCK SET. 3.

  • Page 52: Easy Shot Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY shot Mode (for Beginners) Even a beginner can take a picture using the EASY mode. The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode.

  • Page 53: Custom Shot Mode

    Advanced Recording CUSTOM shot Mode You can customize settings and save them for future use. The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA mode only. Please set custom settings before using this function. (see page 34) 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 54: Mf/Af(Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

    Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing If you are inexperienced with camcorders, we recommend that you make use of the Auto Focus mode. Manual Focusing In the following cases you could obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

  • Page 55: Blc

    Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) BLC works in CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is placed in front of a window. The person to be shot is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background;...

  • Page 56: Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. You can give your films 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.

  • Page 57: Audio Dubbing

    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 the SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal, an external microphone or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased.

  • Page 58: Photo

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Playing back dubbed Audio 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU ON/OFF. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight AUDIO SEL. 3. Press ENTER to enter the sub-menu. 4. Using the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel. Press ENTER to confirm the audio playback channel and return to the main menu.
  • Page 59 Advanced Recording 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA. 2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button. The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PHOTO MODE. 4. To select the PHOTO MODE, press the ENTER button. The PHOTO MODE switches between FIELD and FRAME with each press. 5.

  • Page 60: Lighting Techniques

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Lighting Techniques The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of light, measured in lux. The following table lists a few common conditions of usage, along with the corresponding level of brightness and any associated lighting recommendations. Situations •...

  • Page 61: Various Recording Techniques

    Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Reference Please rotate the LCD screen carefully Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1.

  • Page 62: Playing Back A Tape

    ENGLISH Playing back a Tape To watch a tape you recorded. Playback function works in PLAYER mode only. There are two ways to watch a tape; To watch with on the LCD : recommended for outdoor use. To watch with on a TV monitor : recommended for indoor use. To watch with the LCD It is practical to view a tape using the LCD in a car or outdoors.

  • Page 63: Playback

    Playing back a Tape Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jack You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. The yellow one : Video The white one : Audio(L) The red one: Audio(R) –...

  • Page 64: Various Functions In Player Mode

    ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions in PLAYER mode The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW, SLOW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2 buttons are located on the Remote Control only. To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more than 3 minutes in STILL or SLOW mode.
  • Page 65 Playing back a Tape Frame advance (To playback frame by frame) Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) Forward X2 Playback Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback.
  • Page 66 ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ZERO MEMORY The ZERO MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or recording at the point you want to return to later.

  • Page 67: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connection Connecting with DV device Connecting with other DV standard products. DV standard connecting is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port with the correct cable. !!! Be careful since there are two types of DV port.
  • Page 68 Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with DV connecting cable (VP-D70 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) to the DV IN/OUT port of camcorder and to the DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device.

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    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 70: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the viewfinder Releasing the Eyecup 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the two screws counter-clock-wise. 2. Pull EYECUP out. 3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower. Reattaching the Eyecup 4.

  • Page 71: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using Your Camcorder Abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour system. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. 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. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before contacting a service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking slow the battery pack is almost discharged. fast the battery pack is fully discharged. slow When the remaining time of the tape is about 3 minutes.
  • Page 73 Troubleshooting If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, contact your nearest authorized service centre. Symptom You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA. START/STOP button does not You have reached the end of the cassette.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    CCD (Charge Coupled Device) F1.6 22x(Optical), 500x(Digital) Electronic zoom lens Ø37 2.5inch/112,320 TFT LCD 0.24” B/W LCD 1Vp-p (75 terminated) Y: 1Vp-p, 75 , C: 0. 286Vp-p, 75 -7.5dBs (600 terminated) VP-D70 : 4pin special in/out connector, VP-D70: out only Ø3.5 stereo...
  • Page 75 General Power source DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V Power source type Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Power supply (100V~240V) 50/60Hz Power consumption (Recording) VP-D70/D70 Operating temperature 0˚~40˚C (32˚F~104˚F) Storage temperature -20˚C ~ 60˚C (-4˚F ~ 140˚F) External dimension Length 158 mm, Height 93 mm, Width 87 mm...

  • Page 76: Index

    ENGLISH INDEX - A - ART ... 40 AF ... 54 - B - BATTERY PACK ... 22 B/W ... 40 - C - Charge... 22 Cleaning ...70 CUSTOM ... 53 - D - DATE/TIME ... 49 Digital Zoom ... 38 DIS ...

  • Page 77: Power Sources (United Kingdom)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
  • Page 78 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page AD68-00395J http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk...

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