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Samsung SCD23 Owner's Instruction Book

Samsung SCD23 Owner's Instruction Book

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Digital Video Camcorder
M,n,[_T_%_,SCD23/D24
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,
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US PATENT 4415844
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[ENGLISH
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  • Page 1 [ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder M,n,[_T_%_,SCD23/D24 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, US PATENT 4415844...
  • Page 2 [ ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions RISK OF ELECTRIC dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC...
  • Page 3 [ENGLISH] Notices and Safety Instructions VENTILATION: 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded from overheating.
  • Page 4 I ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing storm o when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or a.
  • Page 5 [ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 22, To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 6: Contents

    I ENGLISH Contents Features ............................................. 1 1 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ..................................1 2 Basic Accessories ........................................ 1 2 Front & Left View ........................................1 3 Left side View ..........................................14 Right & Top View ........................................1 5 Rear & Bottom View ........................................1 6 Remote control(SCD24 only) .....................................

  • Page 7: Contents

    [ENGLISH 1 Contents Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ..............................33 Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ................................... 3 4 Controlling Sound from the Speaker ..................................3 4 Use of various Functions ......................................35 Setting menu items ....................................... 35 Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M,REC or M.PLAY mode .....................35 Availability of functions in each mode ..................................

  • Page 8: Contents

    I ENGLISH Contents Searching for a PHOTO picture ................................... 63 NITE PIX (0 Nx recording)......................................64 POWER NITE PIX........................................65 Using the VIDEO LIGHT ......................................66 Various Recording Techniques ....................................67 Tape Playback ..........................................68 Playback on the LCD ......................................68 Playback on a TV monitor ....................................

  • Page 9: Contents

    [ENGLISH 1 Contents Structure of folders and fi_eson the Memory Stick .............................. 8 2 Image Format ........................................82 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ................................... 82 Selecting the image quality ......................................83 Select the image quality ...................................... 8 3 Number of images on the Memory Stick ................................8 3 Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode .............................
  • Page 10 I ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 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, LCD screen closed, 2, Standard recording using the LCD screen. 3, Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.

  • Page 11: Features 1

    [ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted, Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form insidethe camcorder. for examlDle: - When you movethe camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g.
  • Page 12 [ ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions - 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 camcerder is in CAMERA mede, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
  • Page 13 [ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions - Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). 1, Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun, Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder.Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.
  • Page 14 - Do not use it near flammableor explosive materials. - it is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for replacement bulbs. - Not to be handled by children. Emits intense heat and light. Use with caution to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons.
  • Page 15 [ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: LLINKis a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivifysystem, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produceor edit various images.

  • Page 16: Remote Control(Scd24 Only) 1

    ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera, 3. AC cord 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AD43-00070A) (AD44-00065A) (AD39-00076A) 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack %.-.
  • Page 17 [ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 5. Viewfinder I. Internal MIC 6. EASY button 7. TFT LCD monitor 3.Video Light 4. Remote sensor 8. IR Light 1. Internal MIC 5. Viewfinder (see page 32) 2. Lens 6. EASY button (see page 57) 7.
  • Page 18 I ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 1. Function buttons 11. MENU button 10. Speaker 9. MENU dial 5. Mode_ 8. ENTER button 7. DC jack 6. DVjack 1. Function buttons 2. PB zoom 3. Display PLAYER CAMERA 4. V. light EASY 5.
  • Page 19 [ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11. SLOW SHUTTER 10. NITE PIX switch 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button -- LJSB jack jack =udio/Video jack 3. START/STOP button -- 5. Hook for handstrap 4. Power switch -- 1. Zoom lever 9.

  • Page 20: Shoulder Strap

    I ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 8. Memory Stick slot 1. Charging indicator 7.Tripod receptacle 2. B_tery Release 3. Lithium battery cover 6. Focus adjust knob 4. Hook for shoulder strap 5.TAPE OPEN / EJECT 5, TAPE OPEN / EJECT 1.
  • Page 21 [ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 18. DISPLAY 1.PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELFTIMER 17. Zoom 4. ZEROMEMORY 5. PHOTOSEARCH 16.X2 6.A=DUB 15. DATE/TIME 7.HI, (FF) 14.It (SLOW) 8.44 (REW) 9. Ib_(PLAY) 13.II (STILL) 12. ==(STOP) 11. F.ADV 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 10.
  • Page 22 I ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 1. B_tery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 57) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 46) 4. Program AE (see page 40) 5. White Balance mode (see page 42) 6.
  • Page 23 [ENGLISH] Getting to Know Your Camcorder A. Folder number-file number (see page 82) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total n umber of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMORY STICK) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E. Quality F. ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 89) G.
  • Page 24 I ENGLISH ] Preparation ÷ You need to insertor 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 25: Contents

    [ENGLISH] Preparation •l, The lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. •l, The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. •l, 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 26 [ ENGLISH ] Preparation 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/STOPbutton without having to change the position of your hand. a, Pull open the Hand Strap cover and releasethe Hand Strap.
  • Page 27 [ENGLISH Preparation There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC PowerAdapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording, 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord. 2.
  • Page 28 [ ENGLISH ] Preparation ÷ 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. 1.
  • Page 29 [ENGLISH Preparation 4, If you close the LCD screen, it switches offand the viewfinder switches on automatically. 4, The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON EVF ON...

  • Page 30: Battery Level Display

    [ ENGLISH ] Preparation • 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 (nickers) ..... (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) 4, Please refer to the table on page 25 for approximate continuous recording times.
  • Page 31 [ENGLISH] Preparation 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. Connect a powersource and slide the TAPE OPEN/EJECT switch and open the cassette door.
  • Page 32 [ ENGLISH ] Basic Recordin l 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 and hook it onto the hand strap.
  • Page 33 [ENGLISH Basic Recordin l €- You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, - function in STBY mode. REC SEARCH - enables you to play the recording backwards and REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as you keep each button presseddown.
  • Page 34 [ ENGLISH ] Basic Recordin l • While recording, it is veryimportant to hold the camcorder correctly. • Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2.
  • Page 35 [ENGLISH] Basic Recordin l 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 36 IENGLISH_ Basic Recordin l 8, Press the ENTER button again, • You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and pressthe ENTER button to save the setting, • Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST, •...
  • Page 37 [ENGLISH Basic Recordin l •l, You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. •l, Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position. 2. Insert the tape you wish to view.(see page 27) 3.
  • Page 38 I ENGLISH Basic Recordin l _, Youcan adjust the LCD during playback. _, The adjustment method is the same procedureas used in CAMERA mode. (see page 31) 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 39 [ENGLISH Advanced Recordin l AvaiJable mode MENU SUB MENU CAMERA PLAYER Memory Memory REC, PLAY INiTiAL CLOCK SET _" (SCD24 only) DEMO CAMERA PROGRAM AE WH_ BALANCE v" D.ZOOM DSE SELECT REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH COPY AUDIO MODE v" AUDIO SELECT WiND CUT v"...
  • Page 40 ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l Digital _st_Requested Digital f unctiOnSpHoTO SLOW special NITE PIX Mode D.ZOOM (TAPE) SHUTTER effects D.ZOOM PHOTO SLOWSHUTTER × DigitalSpecial E ffects × NITEPIX 0 :The requested mode will work in this operating mode, X :You can not change the requested mode. A :The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.
  • Page 41 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l + CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER, MREC and MPLAY modes. 4' The DATE/TIMEis automatically recorded onto a tape, Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME 1, Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 2, Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button, 3, Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK SET from the submenu.
  • Page 42 ENGLISH_ Advanced Recording! al' R D24 only) *_ The REMOCON function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and MPLAY modes. *_ The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1, Press the MENU button. •...

  • Page 43: Demonstration

    [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l _, Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. _, The DEMONSTRATIONfunction may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape insertedinthe camcorder. _, The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATIONmode switched OFE 1.

  • Page 44: Program Ae

    ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l •l. The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. •l. The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. •I. They give you creative control over the depth of field. •...
  • Page 45 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l 1, Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 2, Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 3, Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu, 4, Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 5, Using the MENU DIAL, select the PROGRAM AE mode.

  • Page 46: Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l 4' The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA or MREC mode only. 4' The WHITE BALANCE is a recordingfunction that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition. 4' You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality color of the image. •...
  • Page 47 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l ith DIGITALZOOM ,'_ Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. _, 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. _' You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.
  • Page 48 I ENGLISH Advanced Recordin l •l, Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally. •l, The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. •l, We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 45) 1.

  • Page 49: Dis (Digital Image Stabilizer)

    [ENGLISH Advanced Recordin l *_ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. DIS (Digital 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: •...
  • Page 50 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l _, The DSE function worksin 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 you wish to create. _.
  • Page 51 [ENGLISH Advanced Recordin l 1, Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2, Press the MENU button. • The menu list will appear. 3, Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 4, Select DSE SELECT from the submenu, 5, Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.

  • Page 52: Rec Mode

    ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l *_ The REC MODE function worksin both CAMERA and PLAYER(DVIN) 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 53: Audio Mode

    [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l bOibMbbE _, The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA mode. _, This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit. 16bit) • 12bit : Youcan record two 12bit 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 54: Wind Cut

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording! _, The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA, PLAYER(SCD24 only) mode. _, The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording, - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1, Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode, rr_TrAL _ CAMERA...

  • Page 55: Date/Time

    [ENGLISH Advanced Recordin l *_ The DATE/TIMEfunction works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and MPLAY 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. 2.

  • Page 56: Tv Display 5

    ENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l _, The TV DISPLAYfunction works in CAMERA, PLAYER, MREC and MPLAY modes. _' Youcan 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, EVF and TV. •...
  • Page 57 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recordin l Quick menu is available only in CAMERA 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 the menus and submenus. •...

  • Page 58: Shutter Speed & Exposure 5

    IENGLISH_ Advanced Recordin l • WriT. BALANCE (see page 42) Each time you select WHT.BALANCE and press the ENTER button, 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 59 [ENGLISH 1 Advanced Recordin l _' You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERA mode. _, SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can on(y be set in the Quick Menu. _, SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1.
  • Page 60 I ENGLISH Advanced Recording 4, The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only. 4, The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record stow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3.
  • Page 61 [ENGLISH 1 Advanced Recording The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. • The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. f, Set the powerswitchto CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: •...

  • Page 62: Manual Focusing 5

    ENGLISH] Advanced Recording ,t, The MF/AF function works in CAMERA, MREC mode only. • I, In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. •...
  • Page 63 [ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC works in CAMERA!MREC mode. Back lighting exists whenthe 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 placedagainst a bright background;...
  • Page 64 ENGLISH] Advanced Recording 4, The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. 4, Youcan 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. 1.
  • Page 65 [ENGLISH Advanced Recording 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 66 ENGLISH_ Advanced Recording 1, Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2, Turnthe MENU DIAL to highlight AN. 3, Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 4, Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5, Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu.
  • Page 67 [ENGLISH] Advanced Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it. • The still picture appears on the LCD monitor, • If you do not wish to record, release the button, 2. Release the PHOTO button and pressthe PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. •...
  • Page 68 I ENGLISH Advanced Recording 4. The NITE PIX function works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. 4. The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or MREC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. •...

  • Page 69: Power Nite Pix

    [ENGLISH Advanced Recording The POWER NITE PIX function works in CAMERA mode. The POWER NITE PIX function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NITE PIX function. A POWER NITE PIX is displayed for three seconds by LCD if you press a SLOW SHUTTER button in state that a NITE PIX switch is turned on.

  • Page 70: Using The Video Light

    • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for bulb replacement. - The life of the bulb is approximately 50 hours. 1. Set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode.
  • Page 71 [ENGLISH Advanced Recording •Z, In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Please rotatethe LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen.
  • Page 72 I ENGLISH Playback • Z, The playback function works in PLAYERmode only, _, It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors, _, To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system. _, We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder, Auto _np_t 1, Connect the camcorder and TV with the AudioNideo cable,...
  • Page 73 [ENGLISH 1 Playback 4. You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the AudioA/ideo cable. • The yellow plug : Video • The white plug : Audio(L) • The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only 2.
  • Page 74 ENGLISH_ Playback • Z, The PLAY/STILL,STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. • Z, The EADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only.(SCD24 only) • Z, To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes.
  • Page 75 [ENGLISH] Playback • Press the EADV buttonon the Remote Control while in Still mode, The EADV function works in still mode only. • To resume normal playback, press the )/11 (PLAY/STILL)button. 4, Forward frame advance • Press the EADV button on the remote control in Still mode. 4, Reverse frame advance •...
  • Page 76 I ENGLISH Playback 4, The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. 4, 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 77: Tape Playback

    [ENGLISH Playback 4. The PB DSE function works in PLAYER mode. 4. The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effect (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then Playback a tape. 2.
  • Page 78 I ENGLISH Playback _, The PB ZOOM function works in PLAYERmode. _, The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still image. 1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in playback still mode 2. The image is magnified starting from the center of image and the four arrows which allows you to move the image in the four directions appear.
  • Page 79 [ENGLISH] IEEE 1394 Data Transfer _. 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. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin).
  • Page 80 I ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer • CPU :faster Intel® Pentium lIF M450Mhz compatible. • Operating system :Windows®98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9,1~10,2) • Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM • IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card 1.
  • Page 81 [ENGLISH USB interface 4' Youcan easily transfer a still image from a MEMORY STICK to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. 4' Youcan transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. 4' If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder. •...
  • Page 82 ENGLISH] USB interface Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. This explanation is based on Windows®98SE OS. 1. Insert the software CD intoCD-ROM drive. - Installation selection screen appears in the monitor.
  • Page 83 [ENGLISH USB interface 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) After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the following way: 1.
  • Page 84 [ ENGLISH ] Digital Still Camera mode The Memory Stick(SCD24 only) stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Recording still images Viewing still images • Single • Slide show Protecting images against accidental erasure Deleting images recorded on a card Print marking still images Formatting a card (SCD24 only)
  • Page 85 [ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Insert( ry Stick • Inserting the Memory Stick 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the Memory Stick into the CARD slot located beneath the camcorder, in the direction of the arrow. • Ejecting the Memory Stick 1.
  • Page 86 ENGLISH_ Digital Still Camera mode _, The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the card. 1°oli DCIM _, Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder. • A file number from DCAMO001to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each DCAM 0001 DCAM...
  • Page 87 [ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode 4, Youcan select the quality of a still image to be recorded. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switchto the CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu list willappear. 4.
  • Page 88 I ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Audio cannot be recorded with still image onto the Memory Stick. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA. 3. Press the PHOTO button and hold it. •...

  • Page 89: Playback Pause

    [ENGLISH] Digital Still Camera mode Recording as a still imago, _' Youcan record 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. f.
  • Page 90 ENGLISH_ Digital Still Camera mode • Z, You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick. • %.There are 2 ways to view recorded images. • Single :To view an image frame by frame. • Slide show : Toview all images automatically and in consecutive order. 1.
  • Page 91 [ENGLISH] Digital Still Camera mode Youcan copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick. 1, Set the power switchto the PLAYER mode. 2, Press the MENU button. _N_TIAL m CAMERA _ _i!ii!i!i;!iiiii_ _EC MODE ..3, Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight AN and press the ENTER button, •...
  • Page 92 I ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode • Z, This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. • Z, You can automafically print images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOE • Z, There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. •...
  • Page 93 [ENGLISH] Digital Still Camera mode You can protectimportantimagesfrom accidental erasure. • If you execute FORMAT,all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the powerswitchto PLAYER. • The last recorded image appears. •...
  • Page 94 I ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode • t. Youcan erase the still imagesrecorded on the Memory Stick. • t. If you want to delete protectedimages, you must first deactivate the image protection. • t. An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1, Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK.
  • Page 95 [ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode You can use the MEMORY FORMATfunctions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Stick, including protected images. The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already. If you execute the MEMORY FORMATfunction, all images will be erased completely and erased images cannot be recovered.
  • Page 96 [ ENGLISH ] Maintenance 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. 1.
  • Page 97 [ENGLISH] Maintenance Toensure 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. Set the powerswitchto PLAYER mode. 2. Insert the cleaning tape. 3. Pressthe I_/II(PLAY/STILL) button. 4.
  • Page 98 ENGLISH_ Maintenance Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. • Youcan use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. •...
  • Page 99 [ENGLISH 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. s}ow the battery pack is almost discharged Change to a charged one TAPEEND! s_ow...
  • Page 100 [ ENGLISH ] Troubleshooting MEMORY STICK! Slow There no Memory stick in the Insert a Merhory Stick eam_rder MEMORY FULL! Slow Thereis not enough rherhory Char_ge to a new Memory to record S_ck Erase re_rd_ image NO STORED There are no images recorded Record new images IMAGE! slow...
  • Page 101 [ENGLISH Troubleshooting "_, If these instructions do not soNe your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. _61_ii_is_J_!! 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 CAMERA.
  • Page 102 [ ENGLISH Specifications Video signal NTSC Video recording system 2 rotaryheads,Helicalscanningsystem Audio recordingsystem Rotary heads,PCMsystem Usable cassette Digitalvideotape (6.35mmwidth):Mini DVcassette Tape speed SP: approx.18.81mm/s LP:approx.12.56mrrgs Tape recordingtime SP: 60 minutes(when using DVM60), LP:90 minutes(when usingDVM60) FFAEW time Approx.180 sac.(using DVM60tape) Image device CCD (ChargeCoupledDevice) Lens...

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    [ENGLISH INDEX Accessories ....................Memory Stick(SCD24only) ..............80, 84 Audiodubbing(SCD24only) ..............MF/AF ......................AUDIO MODE ................... OSD ..................... 18, 19 Battery Pack ....................8LC ......................PHOTOSEARCH ..................PROGRAMAE ..................Cassette..................... Protection....................CIeaning..................... CLOCK SET ....................Quick Menu ....................Connecting....................REC MODE ....................DATE/TIME....................
  • Page 104 SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properlywithin the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it's option.
  • Page 105 IENGLISH_ THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800_726-7864) *Samsung Electronics' Internet Home Page http://www.samsungusa.com AD68-00616B...

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