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VP-DC563(i)/DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i)
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book
thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
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.
ENGLISH
DVD+ReWritable
DVD+R DL

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  • Page 1: Dvd Camcorder

    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. DVD+ReWritable DVD+R DL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ......6 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ....30 Setting the Clock (Clock Set) ..........30 Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) .. 31 Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder ....9 Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) ....... 32 Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) ......
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Contents DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording ....49 DVD Camcorder: Playlist ........68 Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ........49 Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) ....... 68 Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure) .. 50 Playing the Playlist ............. 69 Auto Focus / Manual Focus ..........
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents DVD Camcorder: Connection ......82 PictBridge™ ............105 Setting the AV In/Out Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge™ ....105 (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only) ......82 Connecting To a Printer (USB Connect) ...... 105 Viewing Recordings on TV ..........83 Setting the Number of Prints ........106 Copying a DISC on to a video tape ........
  • Page 5 ENGLISH Contents Troubleshooting ..........116 Troubleshooting ..............116 Setting menu items ............121 Specifications .............123 Index ..............124 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ...125...

  • Page 6: Notes And Safety Instructions

    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 DVD Camcorder. 1.
  • Page 7 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling  Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow coloured side) of the disc with your fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly. ...
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Dvd Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Features  DVD Disc Camcorder  Various Digital Effects DVD-VIDEO Recording with 8cm DVD-RW/+RW/-R/ The Digital Effects allow you to give your recordings a +R DL(Dual Layer) discs. special look.  High Power Zoom Lens ...

  • Page 10: Usable Discs

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Usable Discs Usable discs and logos DVD-R / DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm) DVD+ReWritable DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (8cm) DVD+R DL Unusable discs  You may not use 12cm CD/DVD discs.  Unusable 8cm discs - CD - CD-R - CD-RW...

  • Page 11: Disc Type Description

    ENGLISH 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  page 41 Auto Auto...

  • Page 12: How To Use The Dvd Camcorder Easily

    ENGLISH 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...

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied With The Dvd Camcorder

    9. Software CD 11. Lens Cover Strap Optional Accessories 12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc 10. Lens Cover 11. Lens Cover Strap 12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc 13. Carrying Case Note Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer. 13. Carrying Case...

  • Page 14: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Front & Left View 7. QUICK MENU Button 1. ACCESS Indicator 8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) 2. OPEN Switch 9. EASY.Q Button 3. Lens 10. TFT LCD Screen 4. Built-In Flash 5. Remote Sensor 6. Internal MIC 1.

  • Page 15: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Left Side View 1. MENU Button 2. DISPLAY Button 7. Charging Indicator 3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) 8. Jack Cover 4. Built-In Speaker 9. USB Jack 10. Multi cable Jack 5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button 11.

  • Page 16: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Right & Top View 1. PHOTO Button 7. Zoom Lever 2. Focus Adjustment Knob 3. Viewfinder 8. Disc Cover 4. External MIC Jack 5. Power Switch 9. Hand Strap 6. Start/Stop Button 1. PHOTO Button page 93 6.

  • Page 17: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 3. MULTI CARD SLOT 2. Tripod Receptacle 4. Battery Release switch 1. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Hand Strap Hook 1. Lithium Battery Cover Usable Memory Cards 2. Tripod Receptacle 3.

  • Page 18: Remote Control

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Remote Control 8. PHOTO 1. START/STOP 2. DISPLAY 9. W/T (Zoom) 3. /(Skip) 10. /(Search) 4.  (Stop) 11. |  (Slow) 5.   (Play/Still) 12. Q-MENU 6. MENU 7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK 1.

  • Page 19: Using Hand Strap & Lens Cover

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 20: Lithium Battery Installation

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 21: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 (not supplied) 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.
  • Page 22 Approx. 1hr 45min Approx. 2hr Viewfinder  Measured times shown above are based on model VP-DC563. (Times for VP-DC563i/DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) are almost the same) The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using.

  • Page 23: Battery Level Display

    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 (red) 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’...

  • Page 24: Maintaining The Battery Pack

     When replacing the battery pack, only use the same type as is supplied with this camcorder and is available from your SAMSUNG retailer. When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Power Source

    ENGLISH 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 having to worry about the battery power.

  • Page 27: Using The Quick Menu

    STBY 0:00:00 - RW 30 min Program AE White Balance Outdoor Digital Effect Shutter Exposure Q.MENU Exit STBY 30 min <When the White Balance option in Camera mode was selected.>...

  • Page 28: Osd (On Screen Display) In Camera Mode/Player Mode

    Compensation) page 47  OSD (On Screen Display) items AV IN 15. Title Scene Number shown here are based on model No disc! VP-DC563. 16. Disc Format page 78 17. Disc Type 18. Counter 12:00 01.JAN.2006 19. Remaining Time 20. Record Mode page 42...

  • Page 29: Osd (On Screen Display) In M.cam Mode/M.player Mode

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode 1. Photo Quality page 89 OSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.Player Mode 2. Photo Size page 90 3. Flash Mode page 92 5/10 4. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator 8 min Slide 5.

  • Page 30: Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

    ENGLISH 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]. Camera Mode 2.

  • Page 31: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)  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.

  • Page 32: Setting The Beep Sound (Beep Sound)

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 33: Setting The Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)  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.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Osd Language (Language)

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 35: Viewing The Demonstration (Demonstration)

    MENU Exit 8. To quit the Demonstration, press the [MENU] button. SAMSUNG Camcorder is ... Note When you press FADE, BLC, EASY.Q, MF/AF, or COLOR NITE button during the Demonstration operation, the Demonstration function will be deactivated and the function [Digital Camcorder] of the button pressed will be activated.

  • Page 36: Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

     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 inches (VP-DC563(i) only) / 2.7 inches (VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only) wide colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.

  • Page 37: Displaying The Date/Time (Date/Time)

    ENGLISH 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. 1.

  • Page 38: Dvd Camcorder: Before Recording

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 39: Various Recording Techniques

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Various Recording Techniques  In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 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.
  • Page 41 ENGLISH 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: Formatting will automatically begin. For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc is not formatted. Format?> message. Video (Video Mode) : If the disc has been fi...

  • Page 42: Selecting The Record Mode (Rec Mode)

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 43: Dvd Camcorder: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 44: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Easy.q Mode)

    STBY 30 min...

  • Page 45: Using External Microphone

    ENGLISH 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 ...

  • Page 46: Using The Fade In And Out (Fade)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out (FADE)  The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 STBY 0:00:00 - RW  You can give your recording a professional look by using special 30 min ...

  • Page 47: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)

    STBY 30 min...

  • Page 48: Using The Color Nite

    STBY Color N.1/25...

  • Page 49: Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

    Camera Mode ►Record Rec Mode ►SP Wind Cut ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Record Rec Mode Wind Cut Move Select MENU Exit STBY 30 min...

  • Page 50: Dvd Camcorder: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)  The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 STBY 0:00:00 - RW  The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 30 min ...

  • Page 51: Auto Focus / Manual Focus

    3 3 4 STBY 30 min...

  • Page 52: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)

    STBY...
  • Page 53 Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE Auto White Balance Sports Digital Effect Portrait 16:9 Wide Spotlight Sand/Snow Digital Zoom High Speed Move Select...

  • Page 54: Setting The White Balance (White Balance)

    Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Auto Digital Effect Indoor 16:9 Wide Outdoor Custom WB Digital Zoom MENU Move Select...
  • Page 55 Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Auto Digital Effect Indoor 16:9 Wide Outdoor Custom WB Digital Zoom MENU Move Select Exit STBY 30 min...

  • Page 56: Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)

    ENGLISH 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. ...

  • Page 57: Selecting The Digital Effects

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. Camera Mode ►Camera 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto 3. Press the [MENU] button. Digital Effect ►Off ...

  • Page 58: Setting The 16:9 Wide Mode (16:9 Wide)

     The display mode is set to the selected mode. Notes  The 16:9 Wide mode is not available while DIS, EASY.Q or Digital Effect is in use. (VP-DC563(i) only)  Once Color Nite is set, 16:9 Wide mode will be released. (VP-DC563(i) only) ...

  • Page 59: Setting The Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)

     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-DC563(i) only)  DIS function in 16:9 Wide mode may produce lower quality than in normal mode.

  • Page 60: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)

    Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 100x 16:9 Wide 200x 400x 1200x Digital Zoom Move Select MENU...

  • Page 61: What Is The Thumbnail Index

    [1/9] Current title scene/ Total title scenes Previous Page Next Page [1/7] Previous Page Next Page Current playlist/ Total playlists...

  • Page 62: Dvd Camcorder

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Playing title scenes DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL The recorded title scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD Screen. [1/9] You can fi nd the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the TFT LCD screen 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.
  • Page 64 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) Forward Slow Playback  Press the [|  ] button on the remote control during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the [  ] button.

  • Page 65: Zooming During Playback (Pb Zoom)

    ► 0:00:00 - RW PB ZOOM 2.0x...

  • Page 66: Deleting A Title Scene (Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Deleting a Title Scene (Delete) DVD -RW/+RW  Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  Individual or all title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

  • Page 67: Deleting A Section Of A Title Scene (Partial Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  A Title scene can be partially deleted. [1/9]  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

  • Page 68: Creating A New Playlist (New Playlist)

    Playlist...

  • Page 69: Playing The Playlist

    [1/9] Previous Page Next Page Playlist [1/7] Previous Page Next Page...

  • Page 70: Dvd Camcorder: Playlist

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Playlist (Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  You can delete undesired playlists.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 Playlist [1/7] 1.

  • Page 71: Adding Scenes To Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Playlist  You can add more scenes in an existing Playlist. [1/7]  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

  • Page 72: Changing The Order Of Scene Playing Within A Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Playlist  You can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist. [1/7] ...

  • Page 73: Deleting Scenes From Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Playlist  You can delete the title scenes inside the Playlist. [1/7]  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

  • Page 74: Deleting A Section Of A Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26  A Playlist 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 75 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist 10. Press the [/] or [  ] to search the starting point of deletion. Partial Delete 00:00:10 - RW 11. Press the [  ] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

  • Page 76: Dvd Camcorder: Disc Manager

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Disc Information (Disc Info) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. Camera Mode 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

  • Page 77: Editing The Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 Camera Mode  You can specify a disc name. ►Disc Manager Disc Finalize Disc Unfinalize 1.

  • Page 78: Formatting A Disc (Disc Format)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) DVD-RW/+RW  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. 1.

  • Page 79: Finalising A Disc (Disc Finalize)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize) DVD-RW/-R/+R DL  This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  To play the contents of a DVD-RW/-R/+R DL on other DVD players/recorders, you must finalise the disc. If the AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected.

  • Page 80: Playing Back On A Pc With Dvd Drive

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager 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. ...

  • Page 81: Unfinalising A Disc (Disc Unfinalize)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Unfinalising a Disc (Disc Unfinalize) DVD-RW  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. 1.

  • Page 82: Dvd Camcorder: Connection

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Setting the AV In/Out (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only)  AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode. page 26  AV In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources. Also, you can send your videos to external devices to record or play back. 1.

  • Page 83: Viewing Recordings On Tv

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection 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. page 115  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.
  • Page 84 ENGLISH 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 ...

  • Page 85: Copying A Disc On To A Video Tape

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Copying a DISC on to a video 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.

  • Page 86: Recording (Copying) A Tv Programme Or Video Tape Onto A Disc (Vp-Dc563I/Dc565Wi/Dc565Wbi Only)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Disc (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi 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 87: Digital Still Camera Mode

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)  The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving Terminals images recorded by the DVD Camcorder. Terminals Protection  Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the Protection [Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Screen.

  • Page 88: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card

     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.

  • Page 89: Selecting The Photo Quality (Photo Quality)

    M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality ►Super Fine Photo Size ►1152x864 File No. ►Series Move Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality Super Fine Photo Size Fine File No. Normal Move Select MENU Exit 8 min...

  • Page 90: Selecting The Photo Size (Photo Size)

    M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality ►Super Fine Photo Size ►1152x864 File No. ►Series Move Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality 1152x864 Photo Size File No. 800x600 MENU Move Select Exit 8 min...

  • Page 91: Setting The File Number (File No.)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode 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. ...

  • Page 96: Protection From Accidental Erasure (Protect)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode 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.

  • Page 97: Deleting Photo Images And Moving Images (Delete)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)  The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card.  If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ...

  • Page 98: Deleting All Images At Once

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Deleting All Images at Once Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in page 97 M.Player Mode ►Memory 6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete All>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. Delete ...

  • Page 99: Formatting The Memory Card (Format)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Formatting the Memory Card (Format)  The Format function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 M.Player Mode  You can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the ►Memory Memory Card, including protected images.

  • Page 100: Recording Moving Images (Mpeg) On A Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card  You can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode. page 26  You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card.  The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X576. Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card 1.

  • Page 103: Marking Images For Printing (Print Mark)

    Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page Photo 100-0001 [1/10]...

  • Page 104: Removing The Print Mark

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Removing the Print Mark To remove all Print Marks, select <All Off>. To remove an individual file’s Print Mark, select the file and set <This File> to <000>. Notes  You can directly access the Print Mark function by using the [QUICK MENU] button. page 27 ...

  • Page 105: Pictbridge

    ENGLISH PictBridge™ Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge™  PictBridge function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  By connecting the DVD Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. ...

  • Page 106: Setting The Number Of Prints

    ENGLISH PictBridge™ Setting the Number of Prints 1. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Copies>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5/10 M.Player Mode 2. Move the [Joystick] up or down to set the number of prints, then press the ►Pict Bridge [Joystick(OK)].

  • Page 107: Usb Interface

    ENGLISH USB Interface Using USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection  The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification)  You can transfer a recorded file in memory Card to a PC via a USB connection. ...
  • Page 108 ENGLISH USB Interface Notes  On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a long time.  On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly. ...

  • Page 109: Selecting The Usb Device (Usb Connect)

    ENGLISH USB Interface Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect)  The USB Connect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  Using the USB cable, you can connect your DVD Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card, or to a printer to print your images.

  • Page 110: Installing Dv Media Pro Program

    ENGLISH USB Interface Installing DV Media PRO Program  You need to install DV Media PRO Program to play back movie files recorded by the DVD Camcorder on your PC. Before your start!  Turn on your PC. Exit all other running applications. ...

  • Page 111: Ulead Video Studio

    ENGLISH USB Interface Application Installation – Photo Express 1. Click <Photo Express> on the Setup screen.  It is a photo editing tool that allows users to edit images. Application Installation – Quick Time 1. Click <Quick Time> on the Setup screen. ...

  • Page 112: Connecting To A Pc

    ENGLISH USB Interface Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the DVD Camcorder. (USB jack)  If a PC is connected to the DVD Camcorder with a USB cable, only [Power] switch, [Mode] switch, [Zoom] lever can be operated.

  • Page 113: Using The Pc Camera Function

    ENGLISH USB Interface Using the PC Camera Function  This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. ...

  • Page 114: Using The Usb Streaming Function

    ENGLISH USB Interface Using the USB Streaming Function  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26  To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. ...

  • Page 115: Maintenance

    ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad  Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.  Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources  You can use your DVD Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ...

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting  Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display in <Camera/Player> Modes Display Blinking Informs that... Action Slow The Battery Pack is almost discharged.
  • Page 117 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in <M.Cam/M.Player> Modes Display Blinking Informs that... Action No memory card! Slow (M.Cam) There is no Memory Card in Insert a Memory Card. (M.Player) the DVD Camcorder. Memory card full Slow There is not enough memory Change to a new Memory Card.
  • Page 118 ENGLISH Troubleshooting  If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service certre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the DVD  Check the Battery Pack or the AC Power adapter. Camcorder on.  You have left the DVD Camcorder set to STBY for more than 5 minutes without using it.
  • Page 119 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution  Check the [Power] switch is set to [ (Camera)].  There is not enough free space in the disc. Replace the disc with a new one or format the disc. Pressing the [Start/Stop]  Disc was finalised. button does not start recording.
  • Page 120 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution Playback screen interrupted  Check the Power supply (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) unexpectedly. is properly connected and stable.  A disc with data that had been recorded using other devices may not properly work with this DVD Camcorder. Cannot play back a recorded ...

  • Page 121: Setting Menu Items

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Setting menu items Available Mode Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Page Camera Player M.Cam M.Player Mode Mode Mode Mode Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function  White Balance Setting White Balance   Digital Effect Setting the Digital special effect ...
  • Page 122 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Available Mode Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Page Camera Player M.Cam M.Player Mode Mode Mode Mode Clock Set Setting the date/time     Remote Using the remote control     Beep Sound Setting the Beep sound ...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    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) 5.6W(VP-DC563(i), LCD/Viewfinder), 5.8W(VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i), LCD/Viewfinder) Operating temperature 0˚~40˚C (32˚F~104˚F) Storage temperature -20˚C ~ 60˚C (-4˚F ~ 140˚F) External dimension Height 51.5 mm (2.02 inches), Length 87.5 mm (3.44 inches), Width 121.5 mm (4.78 inches)

  • Page 124: Index

    ENGLISH Index Format .......... 78,99 PictBridge ........105 - A - Function buttons ....... 15 Playlist ..........61 Accessories ........13 Power Source ........25 Add ............ 71 - H - Print Mark ........103 AF/MF ..........51 Hand Strap ........19 Program AE ........

  • Page 125: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    ENGLISH 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 126 UNITED KINGDOM REPUBLIC OF IRELAND This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) 4. This product is not considered to be defective in materials nor months from the original date of purchase, against defective workmanship by reason that it requires adaptation in order to materials and workmanship.
  • Page 127 ανταλλακτικά και εργατικά. Στην περίπτωση που θα χρειαστεί 4. Το προϊόν αυτό δεν θα θεωρηθεί ελλατωματικό στα υλικά ή επισκευή, το προϊόν αυτό της SAMSUNG θα πρέπει να σταλεί στην εργασία επισκευής εάν θα πρέπει να προσαρμοστεί, ή να μεταφερθεί στο εξουσιοδοτημένο service, με έξοδα του...
  • Page 128 προϊόντος Β. Επισκευή που έγινε από μη εξουσιοδοτημένα συνεργεία service Γ. Ατυχήματα, θεομηνίες ή οποιαδήποτε αιτία πέρα του ελέγχου της SAMSUNG, συμπεριλαμβανομένων αλλά μη περιορισμένων των κεραυνών, του νερού, της φωτιάς, των δημοσίων αναταραχών, του κακού αερισμού κλπ. Δ. Η εγγύηση αυτή δεν επηρεάζει τα δικαιώματα του...
  • Page 131 ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care certre. Region Country Customer Care Certre Web Site CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/ca North America MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/mx U.S.A...
  • Page 132 ENGLISH THIS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr ), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.

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