Samsung VP-D36 Series User Manual

Samsung VP-D36 Series User Manual

Digital video camcorder
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ENGLISH
Digital Video Camcorder
VP - D361(i)/D361W(i)/
D362(i)/D363(i)/
D364W(i)/D365W(i)
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
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
+6
), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs),
Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)-
in our products.
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.
VP - D361(i)/D361W(i)/
D362(i)/D363(i)/
D364W(i)/D365W(i)
AF
CCD
LCD
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  • Page 1 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. AD68-00970T...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ..........5 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ........7 Features .............................7 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder..................8 Front & Left View ........................9 Left Side View ..........................10 Right & Top View........................11 Rear & Bottom View ........................12 Remote Control (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ............13 Preparation................14 Using the Hand Strap &...
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)................41 Using the COLOR NITE (COLOUR NITE) ................42 Using the LIGHT (VP-D364W(i)/D365W(i) only)..............43 Advanced Recording ............44 Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode ................44 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus).................45 Selecting the Real Stereo......................46 Setting the Shutter Speed &...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory (Copy to) (VP-D365W(i) only) ...83 Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ................84 ....................84 PictBridge (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only)..85 Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ..............85 ....................85 ......................86 ....................86 ................86 ........................86 ......................86 IEEE 1394 Data Transfer............87...
  • Page 5: Notes And Safety Instructions

    ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as 180 degrees (max.) illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to the Camcorder.
  • Page 6: Notes Regarding Camcorder

    Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Servicing & Replacement Parts Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.
  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and photo images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.
  • Page 8: 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 (AA-E8 TYPE) 1.
  • Page 9: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 6. EASY.Q Button 7. Function Buttons 1. Lens MF/AF MULTI DISP. 2. LIGHT (VP-D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) 8. TFT LCD Screen 3. Remote Sensor (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i) /D365W(i) only) 4. TAPE EJECT 5. Internal MIC 1.
  • Page 10: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. DISPLAY 5. Viewfinder M E N U 6. COLOR NITE 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM 3. Speaker LIGHT 4. Mode Switch(MEMORY/ TAPE) (VP-D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/ D365W(i) only) 1. DISPLAY ➥page 21 ➥ 2.
  • Page 11: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom Lever (VOL/Menu Dial) 8. Jack Cover 2. PHOTO Button 9. Jacks U S B M IC 3. QUICK MENU Button I C K 4. MENU Button 10. Cassette Door 5.
  • Page 12: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 3. Memory Card Slot (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) QUICK BATTERY MENU RELEASE MENU 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 4. Tripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 3.
  • Page 13: Remote Control (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 17. W/T (Zoom) 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 16. X2 6. A.DUB 15. DATE/TIME 7. √ √ √ √ (FF) 14.
  • Page 14: Preparation

    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 Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.
  • Page 15: Lithium Battery Installation

    ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the QUICK Internal Clock MENU MENU 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder. 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder. 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive ( terminal face up.
  • Page 16: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    ENGLISH Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only. ✤ ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. ✤ Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Turn the [Power] switch Blinking time Charging rate to [Off].
  • Page 17 ENGLISH Preparation The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; - The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using. - Ambient temperature. - How often the Zoom function is used. - Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.). It is recommended that you have several batteries available.
  • Page 18 It is recommended to use original Battery Pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre. When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
  • Page 19: Connecting A Power Source

    ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source ✤ ✤ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder. - The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Using a Household Power Source Connect to a house hold power source to use the Camcorder without worrying about the...
  • Page 20: Using The Quick Menu

    ENGLISH Preparation Using the QUICK MENU ✤ QUICK MENU is used to access Camcorder functions by using the ✤ ✤ [QUICK MENU] button. ✤ QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without ✤ using the [MENU] button. ✤ Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below: Camera Mode ➥...
  • Page 21: Osd (On Screen Display) In Camera/Player Modes

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes 1. Battery Level ➥page 17 ➥ OSD in Camera Mode 2. Visual Effects Mode ➥page 52 ➥ 3. EASY.Q ➥page 35 ➥ 26 25 23 22 ➥ 4. DIS ➥page 55 ➥...
  • Page 22: Osd (On Screen Display) In M.cam/M.player Modes (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ➥ 1. Photo Quality OSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.Player Mode ➥page 71 2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator 2/46 Slide 3. Image Counter (Total 800X600 3 min number of recordable photo No Memory Card ! No Memory Card !
  • Page 23: Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Clock (Clock Set) ✤ Clock setup works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> ✤ modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before ➥ recording, please set the <Date/Time>. ➥page 30 ✤...
  • Page 24: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤ The Remote function works in ✤ <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote ➥ control for use with the Camcorder.
  • Page 25: 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>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a ➥...
  • Page 26: Setting The Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤ ➥ ✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> ✤ modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button the Shutter will sound.
  • Page 27: Selecting The Osd Language (Language)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language (Language) ✤ The Language function works in ✤ <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and ➥ the messages. ✤ 1.
  • Page 28: Viewing The Demonstration (Demonstration)

    Select Exit The Demonstration function is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle for SAMSUNG Camcorder is... more than 10 minutes after switching to the <Camera> mode (no tape is inserted in the Camcorder). If you press other buttons (FADE, MF/AF, PHOTO, EASY.Q) during the Demonstration mode, the...
  • Page 29: Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/ LCD Colour) ✤ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in ✤ <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch ✤ (VP-D361(i)/D362(i)/D363(i)) / 2.7 inch wide (VP-D361W(i)/D364W(i) /D365W(i)) colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.
  • Page 30: 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>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area ➥ of the tape. ✤ 1.
  • Page 31: Setting The Tv Display (Tv Display)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display (TV Display) ✤ The TV Display function works in ✤ <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> modes. ➥page 19 ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ➥ - <Off>: The OSD appears in the LCD Screen and Viewfinder only. ✤...
  • Page 32: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Viewfinder ✤ In the [PLAYER] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD ✤ Screen is closed. ✤ ✤ In the [CAMERA] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°.
  • Page 33: Various Recording Techniques

    ENGLISH Basic 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 34: Making Your First Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording ➥ 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. ➥page 19 (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. ➥page 32 ➥ 2. Remove the Lens Cover. I C K IC K 3.
  • Page 35: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Easy.q Mode)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ✤ The EASY.Q function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ <Camera> < > ✤ The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good ✤ recordings. [Power] [CAMERA] 1.
  • Page 36: Reviewing And Searching When Recording (Rec Search)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Reviewing and Searching when Recording (REC SEARCH) ✤ The REC SEARCH function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ ✤ ➥page 19 ✤ To be used to review previously recorded images or to find a point to ✤ record a new image in the STBY mode.
  • Page 37: Searching A Quickly For A Desired Scene (Setting The Zero Memory) (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Searching a quickly for a desired scene (Setting the ZERO MEMORY) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both <Camera> and ✤ <Player> modes. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following ✤...
  • Page 38: Self Record Using The Remote Control (Setting The Self Timer) (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control (Setting the Self Timer) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ➥ ✤ The SELF TIMER function works only in <Camera> mode. ✤ ➥page 19 ✤ When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, the ✤...
  • Page 39: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ ✤ The Zoom function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the ✤ subject in a scene. ✤...
  • Page 40: Using The Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ The Fade function works only in ✤ <Camera> <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ STBY 0:00:05 ✤ You can give your recording a ➔ ➔ ✤ 60min 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.
  • Page 41: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ BLC works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> ✤ modes. ➥page 19 ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker ➥ than the background: ✤ - The subject is in front of a window. - The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright <BLC Off>...
  • Page 42: Using The Color Nite (Colour Nite)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the COLOR NITE (COLOUR NITE) ✤ COLOR NITE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the ✤ shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.
  • Page 43: Using The Light (Vp-D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the LIGHT (VP-D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤ LIGHT function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ ✤ The LIGHT enables you to record a subject in dark places without sacrificing colour. ✤ ✤ The LIGHT can be used with COLOR NITE function only. ✤...
  • Page 44: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode ✤ The Record Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (DV IN or AV ✤ IN) (VP-D361i/D361Wi/D362i/D363i/D364Wi/D365Wi) modes. ➥page 19 ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP ➥...
  • Page 45: Cutting Off Wind Noise (Windcut Plus)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus) ✤ The WindCut Plus function works in both <Camera> and <Player> ✤ (Audio dubbing) modes. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ Use the WindCut Plus when recording in windy places such as the ✤...
  • Page 46: Selecting The Real Stereo

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Real Stereo ✤ The Real Stereo function works only in <Camera> ✤ mode. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ Real Stereo is the stereo-fortifying function by ✤ enhancing the characteristics of left and right input signals with internal MIC and External MIC. 1.
  • Page 47: Setting The Shutter Speed & Exposure

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ The Exposure function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ✤ ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK ✤...
  • Page 48: Auto Focus / Manual Focus

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Auto Focus / Manual Focus ✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works ✤ in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ 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 49: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and ➥ apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤...
  • Page 50 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. Camera Mode 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. √Camera √Auto Program AE (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) √Auto White Balance √Off Visual Effect 3. Press the [MENU] button. √Off 16:9 Wide The menu list will appear.
  • Page 51: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ The White Balance function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ✤ <Camera> ( <M.Cam> ( ➥ (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ➥page 19 ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the ✤...
  • Page 52: Applying Visual Effects

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Applying Visual Effects ✤ The Visual Effect function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ ✤ The Visual Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. ✤ ✤ Select the appropriate Visual Effect for the type of picture that you ✤...
  • Page 53 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Visual Effects 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. Camera Mode 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. √Camera √Auto Program AE (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) √Auto White Balance √Off Visual Effect 3. Press the [MENU] button. √Off 16:9 Wide The menu list will appear.
  • Page 54: Setting The 16:9 Wide

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide ✤ The 16:9 Wide function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ Recordings in 16:9 Wide will play back naturally only when the TV ✤ supports 16:9 aspect ratio. ✤ 16:9 Wide is set as a default option for VP-D361W(i)/ ✤...
  • Page 55: Setting The Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ The DIS function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any ➥ ✤ shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits).
  • Page 56: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ✤ Maximum Digital Zoom works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ Zooming more than 33x is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when ✤ combined with optical zoom. ✤...
  • Page 57: Still Image Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Still Image Recording ✤ Still image recording works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ A tape must be inserted as Still Images are recorded on a tape. ✤ 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2.
  • Page 58: Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ✤ The Playback function and speaker works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD Screen. ✤ 1.
  • Page 59: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ The [PLAY], [STILL], [STOP], [FF], and [REW] buttons are located ✤ on the Camcorder and the remote control. ✤ (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤...
  • Page 60 ENGLISH Playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Press the [F.ADV] button on the remote control while in still mode. - Video sequence advances frame by frame each œ time you press the [F.ADV] button. - The F.ADV function works in still mode only. √...
  • Page 61: Zooming During Playback (Pb Zoom)

    ENGLISH Playback Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ✤ The PB Zoom function works in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ The PB Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback or still ✤ image. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. 2.
  • Page 62: Audio Dubbing (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Playback Audio Dubbing (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ✤ ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. ➥ ✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape ✤...
  • Page 63: Dubbed Audio Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Dubbed Audio Playback ✤ The dubbed Audio Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ✤ ➥ ➥page 19 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. Player Mode 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. √Tape Photo Search (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Photo Copy Audio Select √Sound[1]...
  • Page 64: Tape Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback ✤ ✤ The Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ Playing back on a TV Monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must be Multi Cable PAL compatible. ➥page 97 ✤ Camcorder ✤...
  • Page 65 ENGLISH Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input ✤ Jacks ✤ You can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi Cable. The yellow jack: Video Multi Cable The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono Camcorder...
  • Page 66: Audio Effect

    ENGLISH Playback Audio Effect ✤ Audio Effect function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ Audio Effect provides various effects when the audio signals stored in a tape are playing. ✤ 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. 2.
  • Page 67: Setting The Av In/Out (Vp-D361I/D361Wi/D362I/D363I/D364Wi/D365Wi Only)

    ENGLISH Playback Setting the AV In/Out (VP-D361i/D361Wi/D362i/D363i/D364Wi/D365Wi only) ✤ AV In/Out function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ AV In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and ✤ display it on LCD Screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back.
  • Page 68: Digital Still Camera Mode (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Using the Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied) ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages photo images recorded by ✤ the Camcorder. ✤ Before inserting or ejecting the Terminals ✤ Terminals Protection Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [OFF].
  • Page 69: 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. RS-MMC, Mini SD (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i)) or Memory Stick Duo (VP-D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) should be inserted by using the Adaptor (not supplied).
  • Page 70: Selecting The Memory Type (Vp-D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Selecting the Memory Type (VP-D365W(i) only) ✤ The Memory Type setting works in <Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> ✤ modes. (VP-D365W(i): 32MB) ➥page 19 ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory. ➥ Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images.
  • Page 71: Selecting The Photo Quality

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Selecting the Photo Quality ✤ Photo Quality function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ✤ ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded. ✤ Select the Image Quality 1.
  • Page 72: Setting The File Number

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Setting the File Number ✤ File Number setting works only in <M.Cam> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded ➥ when they are stored on the Memory Card. ✤...
  • Page 73: Taking A Photo Image (Jpeg) On The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card ✤ You may take photo images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the ✤ images on the Memory Card. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ You can take photo images using the remote control. ✤...
  • Page 74: Viewing Photo Images (Jpeg)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ➥ ✤ This function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ You can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ Be sure that the <M.Play Select> is set to <Photo> in the Menu. ➥page 80 ➥...
  • Page 75: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Protection from accidental Erasure ✤ The Protection function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. ➥ If you execute format, all images including protected images will be ✤...
  • Page 76: Deleting Photo Images And Moving Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images ✤ The Delete function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the ➥ Memory Card. ✤...
  • Page 77 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Deleting All Images at Once M.Player Mode 2/46 6. Move the [Zoom] lever up or down to select Back Memory Type <Delete All>, then press the [OK] button. M.Play Select A message <Do you want to delete all?> is Delete displayed.
  • Page 78: Formatting The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Formatting the Memory Card ✤ The Format function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ➥ ✤ You can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and ✤ options on the Memory Card, including protected images. ✤...
  • Page 79: Recording Moving Images (Mpeg) On The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card ➥ ✤ You may record moving images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images ✤ on the Memory Card. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card. ✤...
  • Page 80: Playing Moving Images (Mpeg) On The Memory Card (M.play Select)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card (M.Play Select) ➥ ✤ The Moving Images Playback function works only in <M. Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ You can play the moving images on the Memory Card. Stereo audio is played ✤...
  • Page 81: Recording A Moving Image From A Cassette As A Photo Image

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Recording a Moving Image from a Cassette as a Photo Image ➥ ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ You can record a Moving Image from a cassette as a Photo Image. ✤...
  • Page 82: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Card (Photo Copy)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card (Photo Copy) ✤ The Photo Copy function works only in ✤ <Player> mode. ➥page 19 Player Mode ➥ √Tape ✤ You can copy still images recorded with photo ✤...
  • Page 83: Copies Files From The Memory Card To The Built-In Memory (Copy To) (Vp-D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory (Copy to) (VP-D365W(i) only) ✤ ➥ ✤ The Copy to function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ You can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory Card to the built-in memory.
  • Page 84: Marking Images For Printing (Print Mark)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ✤ The Print Mark function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ ✤...
  • Page 85: Pictbridge Tm (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH PictBridge (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ✤ PictBridge function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support ➥ (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card ✤...
  • Page 86 ENGLISH PictBridge (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Selecting Images 2/46 1. In the <PictBridge> settings menu, press the [œ œ œ œ /√ √ √ √ M.Player Mode œ œ œ œ /√ √ √ √ Back (REV/FWD)] buttons to select an image to print. Print Setting the Number of Prints Copies...
  • Page 87: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections (VP-D361i/D361Wi/D362i/D363i/D364Wi/D365Wi only) Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.) Connecting to other DV standard products. - A standard DV connection is quite simple. - If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable.
  • Page 88 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Recording with a DV Connection Cable 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from IC K the DV jack of the Camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device.
  • Page 89: Usb Interface (Vp-D362(I)/D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Using USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The 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 90: Selecting The Usb Device (Usb Connect) (Vp-D363(I)/D364W(I)/D365W(I) Only)

    ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) ➥ ✤ USB Connect function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the ✤...
  • Page 91: Installing Dv Media Pro Program

    1) This function works only in Camera mode. 2) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable. 3) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC. DirectX 9.0 Click Video Codec Click The Video Codec needs to be installed in order to play the moving images (stored in the Memory Card) on a PC or to use the USB Streaming/PC Camera functions.
  • Page 92: Connecting To A Pc

    ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB jack, the Multi Cable IC K M EN is disabled. 2.
  • Page 93 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Using the PC Camera Function ➥ ✤ This function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥page 19 ✤ ✤ To use the PC Camera function, DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX ✤ 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. ✤...
  • Page 94 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ This function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. ✤ ➥page 19 ➥ ✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. ✤ programs must be installed in the PC. ✤...
  • Page 95: Maintenance

    ENGLISH Maintenance After Finishing a Recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power ✤ source. ✤ ✤ When recording with a Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery.
  • Page 96: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    Clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. Some cleaning cassette products stop automatically. Refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions for detailed information. If the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your nearest Samsung dealer or Authorized Service Centre. (blue screen)
  • Page 97: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. ✤ Power sources You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.
  • Page 98: 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 Display Blinking Informs that... Action the Battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one.
  • Page 99 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) only) D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i)) Display Blinking Informs that... Action No Memory slow There is no Memory Card Insert a Memory Card. Card! in the Camcorder. Change to a new Memory slow There is not enough Memory full! memory to record.
  • Page 100 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the Battery pack or the AC Power adapter. Camcorder on. Start/Stop button does not Check the Power switch is set to CAMERA.
  • Page 101: Setting Menu Items

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Setting menu items Available Mode Main M . Cam Sub Menu Functions M . Player Page Menu Player Camera ✔ Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE 49, 50 ✔ 49, 50 Function ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ White Balance Setting the White Balance ✔...
  • Page 102 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Available Mode Main M . Cam M . Player Sub Menu Functions Page Menu Player Camera ✔ LCD Bright ✔ ✔ ✔ Display LCD Bright Setting the Brightness tone of ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ the LCD Screen ✔...
  • Page 103: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Model Name: VP-D361(i)/D361W(i)/D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) : VP-D361(i)/D361W(i)/D362(i)/D363(i)/D364W(i)/D365W(i) System Video signal Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, 12/16b PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s Tape recording time SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60)
  • Page 104: Index

    ENGLISH Index - A - - M - - A - - O - Accessories ........ 8 Memory Card ......68 AF/MF ........48 Memory Stick ......68 - P - Audio Dubbing ......62 Moving Image Recording..79 Audio Mode ....... 44 - O - - B - OSD ........
  • Page 105 ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer Care Centre Web Site Region Country Customer Care Centre Web Site CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/ca...
  • Page 106 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:...

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