Page 1 ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D651(i)/D653(i)/ VP-D651(i)/D653(i)/ D655(i) D655(i) Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. This product meets the intent of 89/336CEE 73/23CEE Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ..........6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ........11 Features ....................... 11 ............................11 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ..............12 ....................12 Front & Left View....................13 .........................13 Left Side View .......................14 ..........................14 Right & Bottom View .....................15 .........................15 Rear View ......................16 ..........................16...
Page 3 ENGLISH Contents ........................33 Displaying the Date/Time ..................33 ........................34 Setting the TV Display...................34 Basic Recording..............35 .........................35 Using the Viewfinder .....................35 ........................35 Adjusting the Focus..................35 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette.................36 .........................36 Hints for Stable Image Recording.................37 ......................37 ....................37 Recording with the LCD Screen ..............37 ......................37 Recording with the Viewfinder .................37 ........................38...
Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Program AE ............62 Using Quick Menu: Program AE..............62 ........................63 Applying Digital Effects ..................63 .......................64 Selecting the Digital Effects ................64 ....................65 Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom..............65 .......................65 Selecting the Digital Zoom................65 ..........................66 Photo Image Recording ..................66 Searching for a Photo Image................66 ........................66 Playback ................
Page 5 ENGLISH Contents VP-D655(i)) ..................88 Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D655(i) only)..........88 Memory Type ............88 Using Quick Menu: Memory Type ..............88 ........................89 Selecting the Photo Quality...................89 .......................89 Select the Photo Quality ..................89 Number of Images on the Memory Card............89 ....................89 Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality..............90 Photo Quality ..............90 Memory File Number.....................91...
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 Camcorder. 1.
Page 7 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. Notes regarding Moisture Condensation 1.
Page 8 Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Battery Pack Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 22. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer. Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.
Page 9: Note Regarding The Lens
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the Lens Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). CCD Charge Coupled Device Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder 1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
Page 10: Replacement Parts
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery 1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the Battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.
Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camcorder
DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to (VP-D651/D653/D655 produce or edit various images (VP-D651/D653/D655 are not able to receive digital VP-D653(i)/D655(i) data from another DV Device).
Page 12: 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 13: Front & Left View
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 6. Internal MIC 1. Lens 7. TFT LCD Screen 2. Remote Sensor 3. DV (IEEE1394) Jack 4. USB Jack (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) 5. AV/S Jack 8. Jack Cover 5. AV/S 1. Lens 5.
Page 14: Left Side View
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 6. Focus Adjustment knob 1. EASY.Q button 7. Memory Card Slot 2. DISPLAY button (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO button 4. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Battery Release 8. DC Jack 1. EASY.Q button (see page 40) 5.
Page 15: Right & Bottom View
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Bottom View 4. Zoom Lever Jack 1. Speaker 5. External MIC 2. COLOR NITE button 3. PHOTO button 7. Tripod Receptacle 6. Hand Strap Hook 1. Speaker 5. External MIC Jack 2. COLOR NITE button 6.
Page 16: Rear View
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear View 6. Viewfinder 7. Mode Switch (TAPE ( )/MEMORY ( (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) 1. Power Switch 8. Start/Stop button (CAM or PLAY) 9. Funtion buttons 2. MENU button 3. Menu selector (VOL/MF) 4. TAPE EJECT 5.
Page 17: Remote Control
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 17. Zoom 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 16. X2 6. A.DUB 15. DATE/TIME (FF) (SLOW) (REW) (PLAY) (STILL) (STOP) 11. F. ADV (Direction) 1.
Page 18: Preparation
ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand strap enables you to: - Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Move the ZOOM lever or press the Start/Stop button without having to change the position of your hand.
Page 19: Lithium Battery Installation
ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤ The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of ✤ the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Power adapter is removed. ✤ The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under ✤...
Page 20: 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. To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable 1.
Page 21: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack
ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on. ✤ - The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using. - How often the zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1.
Page 22: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type
Do not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery pack to be short- circuited. Doing so may cause leakage, overheating, or fire. Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery pack only. Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described above. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer.
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 20 40% b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used 40 80% d. 80~95% used 80 95% e. Completely used (Blinking) (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon.
Page 24: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera/Player Modes)
ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes) OSD Camera/Player 1 Battery level 1. Battery Level (see page 23) OSD in Camera Mode 2 Digital effects 2. Digital Effects mode (see page 63) 24 23 21 20 3. EASY.Q (see page 40) 3 EASY.Q 4 DIS 4.
Page 25: Osd (On Screen Display In M.cam/M.player Modes) (Vp-D653(I)/D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player OSD M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) 1. Photo quality ( 1. Photo Quality (see page 89) OSD in M.Cam Mode 2. Remaining Memory (MPEG) 3. CARD (Memory Card) indicator 3. CARD (Memory Card) indicator 4.
Page 26: System Menu Setting
ENGLISH System System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language ✤ The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player ✤ Camera /Player( )/M.Cam /M.Player modes. Language Language ✤ ✤ Select the appropriate OSD language from OSD List. PLAY 1. Set the Power switch to CAM or PLAY. TAPE MEMORY 2.
Page 27: Setting The Clock
ENGLISH System System Menu Setting Setting the Clock ✤ ✤ Clock setup works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. Camera /Player /M.Cam /M.Player ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. ✤ Date/Time Before recording, please set the Date/Time. Date/Time 1. Set the Power switch to CAM or PLAY. PLAY Camera Mode 2.
Page 28: Setting The Remote Control
ENGLISH System Menu Setting System Setting the Remote control ✤ The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player ✤ Camera /Player /M.Cam modes. /M.Player Remote ✤ ✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote Remote control for use with the Camcorder. 1.
Page 29: Setting The Beep Sound
ENGLISH System System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/ ✤ Camera /Player /M.Cam M.Player modes. /M.Player Beep Sound ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a ✤...
Page 30: Setting The Shutter Sound (Vp-D653(I)/D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH System Menu Setting System Setting the Shutter Sound (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) ✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cam ✤ Player M.Cam Shutter modes. Sound ✤ ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off. When on, a simulated shutter click of a camera will sound while taking pictures.
Page 31: Viewing The Demonstration
Move Select Exit MENU 8. To quit the Demonstration, press the MENU button. MENU Samsung Camcorder is... [ Notes ] Camera The Demonstration mode is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle for more than 10 [Digital Camcorder] Demonstration...
Page 32: Display Menu Setting
ENGLISH Display Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen ✤ This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Camera /Player /M.Cam ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch Colour Liquid Crystal /M.Player ✤ Display (LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.
Page 33 ENGLISH Display Menu Setting Display Displaying the Date/Time ✤ The Date/Time function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player ✤ Camera /Player /M.Cam M.Player Date/Time modes. ✤ ✤ The Date and Time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. PLAY TAPE MEMORY 1.
Page 34: Setting The Tv Display
ENGLISH Display Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display ✤ The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player ✤ Camera /Player /M.Cam modes. /M.Player TV Display TV ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ✤ Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only.
Page 35: Basic Recording
ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Viewfinder ✤ 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. Close the LCD screen and pull out the Viewfinder. 2.
Page 36: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette
ENGLISH Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ ✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not ✤ apply excessive force, as it may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1.
Page 37: Hints For Stable Image Recording
ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording ✤ ✤ While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly. ✤ ✤ Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 18) Recording with the LCD Screen 1.
Page 38: 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 39: Making Your First Recording
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 36) 2. Remove the Lens cover. 3. Set the Power switch to CAM. Open the LCD screen.
Page 40: Using Easy.q Mode (For Beginners)
ENGLISH Basic Recording Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners) EASY.Q ✤ ✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in Camera mode. Camera EASY.Q ✤ EASY.Q ✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the Power switch to CAM. TAPE 2.
Page 41: Record Search (Rec Search)
ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in STBY STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. Start/Stop To use it again, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAM.
Page 42: Setting The Zero Memory
ENGLISH Basic Recording Setting the Zero Memory ✤ The Zero Memory function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ Camera Player Zero ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following Memory playback.
Page 43: Self Record Using The Remote Control
ENGLISH Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control ✤ The Self Timer function works only in Camera mode. ✤ Camera Self Timer ✤ ✤ When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the Self Timer recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1.
Page 44: Zooming In And Out
ENGLISH Basic Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Camera M.Cam ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of ✤ the subject in a scene. ✤...
Page 45: Using The Tele Macro
ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Tele Macro Tele Macro ✤ Tele Macro Function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. ✤ Camera M.Cam Tele ✤ Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) Macro ✤ ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches). Tele Macro 50cm 19.7 100cm 39.4...
Page 46: Using The Fade In And Out
ENGLISH ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ ✤ The Fade function works only in Camera mode. Camera FADE ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects ✤ such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence.
Page 47: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)
ENGLISH ENGLISH Basic Recording Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam ✤ Camera M.Cam modes. ✤ ✤ 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 <BLC off>...
Page 48: Using The Color Nite Shutter
ENGLISH ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Color Nite Shutter ✤ The Color Nite function works only in Camera mode. ✤ ✤ ✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow ✤ moving objects. ✤ The Color Nite function may produce a brighter image. 1.
Page 49: Advanced Recording
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items Available mode Main Sub Menu Functions Page Menu M . Cam ! M . Player ! Camera Player Camera Player M.Cam M.Player ✔ Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function 61, 62 ✔...
Page 50 ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Available mode Main Sub Menu Functions Page Menu Player M.Cam ! M.Player ! Camera Camera Player M.Cam M.Player ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Display LCD Bright Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD screen ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔...
Page 51: Function Availability In Each Mode
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode Selected Digital functions Digital Effects Mode Operating Emboss2, Pastel2 The other PHOTO Emboss2 Digital Zoom Color Nite 16 9 Wide PHOTO (TAPE) Color Nite 16:9 Wide Digital Zoom Mode Mirror, Mosaic Digital Effect TAPE Pastel2...
Page 52: Selecting The Record Mode
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode ✤ ✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player Camera Player VP-D651i/D653i/D655i) Record Mode (VP-D651i/D653i/D655i only) modes. ✤ ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode SP standard play LP long play and in LP (long play) mode.
Page 53: Selecting The Audio Mode
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Audio Mode ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player ✤ Camera Player Audio Mode modes. ✤ ✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit) 12Bit 12 12Bit: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main Main Sound1...
Page 54: Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) Wind Cut ✤ The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player (Audio ✤ Camera Player dubbing) modes. Wind Cut Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the Wind Cut beach or near buildings.
Page 55: Setting The Shutter Speed & Exposure
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. Camera ✤ The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Camera M.Cam Exposure ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the ✤...
Page 56: Auto Focus/Manual Focus
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Auto Focus/Manual Focus ✤ ✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam Camera M.Cam Auto modes. Focus/Manual Focus ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables ✤...
Page 57: Setting The White Balance
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ ✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. Camera M.Cam ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique ✤ image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤...
Page 58: Using Quick Menu: White Balance
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: White Balance White Balance ✤ ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector Menu selector. ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus MENU without using the MENU button.
Page 59: Setting The Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ ✤ The DIS function works only in Camera mode. Camera ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking ✤ or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤...
Page 60: Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply ✤ Menu selector using the Menu selector. ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus MENU without using the MENU button.
Page 61: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) Program AE ✤ The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ Camera Program AE ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and ✤ Program AE apertures to suit different recording conditions.
Page 62: Setting The Program Ae
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE CAM ( 1. Set the Power switch to CAM. Camera Mode √Camera 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. TAPE √Auto Program AE (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) √Auto VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) White Balance √Off Digital Effect √Off 3.
Page 63: Applying Digital Effects
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects ✤ ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. Camera ✤ 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 ✤...
Page 64: Selecting The Digital Effects
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects CAM ( 1. Set the Power switch to CAM. TAPE 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) MENU 3. Press the MENU button. Menu selector The menu list will appear. Camera Menu selector 4.
Page 65: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom
ENGLISH ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ✤ Digital Zoom works only in Camera mode. ✤ CAM( Selecting the Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom. ✤...
Page 66: Photo Image Recording
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Photo Image Recording ✤ ✤ Photo image recording works only in Camera mode. Camera 1. Set the Power switch to CAM. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) TAPE 3. Press the PHOTO button. VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.
Page 67: Playback
ENGLISH ENGLISH Playback Playing back a Tape you have recorded on the LCD Screen ✤ ✤ The Playback function works only in Player mode. Player ✤ ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. PLAY 2.
Page 68: Controlling Sound From The Speaker
ENGLISH Playback Controlling Sound from the Speaker ✤ The Speaker works only in Player mode. ✤ Player ✤ ✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you will hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder.
Page 69: Tape Playback
ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback ✤ ✤ The Playback function works only in Player mode. Player Playback on the LCD Screen ✤ It is easier to view a tape using the LCD screen as opposed to the ✤ viewfinder in a moving automobile or outdoors. Playback on a TV Monitor ✤...
Page 70: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks
ENGLISH Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks ✤ ✤ You can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable. Audio input(left)-White Camcorder The yellow jack: Video Audio input(right)-Red...
Page 71: Various Functions While In Player Mode
ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in Player Mode Player ✤ ✤ This function works only in Player mode. Player ✤ ✤ The PLAY, STILL, STOP, FF and REW buttons are located on the PLAY STILL STOP Camcorder and the remote control. ✤...
Page 72: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)
ENGLISH Playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in still F.ADV mode. F.ADV The Video advances frame by frame each time you F.ADV press the F.ADV button. PLAY/STILL The F.ADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
Page 73: Zooming During Playback (Pb Zoom)
ENGLISH Playback Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) PB ZOOM ✤ The PB ZOOM function works in Player mode. ✤ Player PB ZOOM ✤ PB ZOOM ✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify the playback or still image. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. PLAY 2.
Page 74: Av In/Out (Vp-D651I/D653I/D655I Only)
ENGLISH Playback AV In/Out (VP-D651i/D653i/D655i only) VP-D651i/D653i/D655i) ✤ ✤ AV In/Out function works only in Player mode. Player AV In/Out AV ✤ ✤ AV In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and AV In/Out AV display it on LCD screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back.
Page 75: Audio Dubbing
ENGLISH Playback Audio Dubbing ✤ ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode. Player Audio Dubbing ✤ You cannot 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 76: Dubbed Audio Playback
ENGLISH Playback Dubbed Audio Playback ✤ The Dubbed Audio Playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ Player PLAY 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. Player Mode √Tape Photo Search 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. TAPE Photo Copy (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) √Sound[1] Audio Select...
Page 77: Ieee1394 Data Transfer
VP-D651i/D653i/D655i have DV in/out enabling the camcorder to act as a VP-D651i/D653i/D655i DV in/out player or recorder of data transferred via the DV jack. VP-D651/D653/D655 have DV out only, enabling the camcorder to act as a VP-D651/D653/D655 DV out player of data transferred via the DV jack.
Page 78 ENGLISH IEEE1394 Data Transfer IEEE1394 System Requirements CPU Intel Pentium III™ 450MHz CPU: faster Intel ® Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible. ® Operating system: Windows ® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) Windows ® 98SE ME XP Mac OS 9.1 10.2 Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM 64MB RAM IEEE1394...
Page 79: Usb Interface (Vp-D653(I)/D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. ✤ USB 1.1 USB 2.0 (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ You can easily transfer recorded files from a Memory Card to a PC ✤...
Page 80 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Selecting the USB Device ✤ ✤ The USB Connect function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player USB Connect ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a ✤ computer to copy your movies and images from the Memory Card VP-D655(i) (or built-in memory;...
Page 81 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Setting the USB Communication Speed ✤ The USB Version function works only in M.Cam and M.Player modes. ✤ USB M.Cam M.Player ✤ To ensure proper communication between the camcorder and a ✤ PC, please set the USB Version before connecting the Camcorder to a PC.
Page 82 CAM ( 2) Set the camcorder Mode switch to TAPE. TAPE 3) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable. 4) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC. DirectX 9.0 Click DirectX 9.0 Video Codec Click...
Page 83 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Using the PC Camera Function PC Camera PC ✤ To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and ✤ PC Camera PC DirectX 9.0 programmes must be installed in the PC. Driver Video Codec DirectX 9.0 ✤...
Page 84 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ ✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0. programmes must be DV Driver Video Codec DirectX 9.0 ✤ installed in the PC. ✤ You can view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. ✤...
Page 85: Vp-D653(I)/D655(I))
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Memory Stick (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images ✤ recorded by the camera. Terminal Protection tab Memory Stick Functions Recording still images and MPEG4 movies MPEG4 Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies MPEG4 Single image Slide show (Still images only)
Page 86: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Card
Memory Card in a soft case to prevent static shock. The stored contents 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.
Page 87: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ✤ JPEG ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in a JPEG file format on the Memory Card. ✤ ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 DCIM MPEG4 file format on the Memory Card.
Page 88: Selecting The Built-In Memory (Vp-D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D655(i) only) VP-D655(i)) ✤ ✤ Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Player Player / M.Cam / M.Player modes. (16MB) (16MB) ✤ ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory. Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images.
Page 89: Selecting The Photo Quality
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Selecting the Photo Quality ✤ ✤ Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes. Player /M.Cam ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. ✤ Select the Photo Quality PLAY 1.
Page 90: Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality Photo Quality ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus ✤ MENU without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. Menu selector 1min 2.
Page 91: Memory File Number
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Memory File Number ✤ ✤ File Number setting works only in M.Cam mode. M.Cam ✤ ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded ✤ when they are stored on the Memory Card. ✤...
Page 92: Taking Photos
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Taking Photos ✤ You may take still images in M.Cam mode and store the images on ✤ M.Cam the Memory Card. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a ✤...
Page 93: Viewing Still Images
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Viewing Still Images ✤ M.Player ✤ This function works only in M.Player mode. You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ ✤ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the MENU. M.Play Select Photo ✤...
Page 94: To View The Multi Display
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) To view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. PLAY 100-0007 7/25 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY. MEMORY œ The last recorded image appears. œœ √√ √ 3.
Page 95: Protection From Accidental Erasure
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Protection from Accidental Erasure ✤ ✤ The Protection function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player ✤ ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased.
Page 96: Using Quick Menu: Protect
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Using Quick Menu: Protect Protect ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus ✤ MENU without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. Menu selector 2/46 800x600 2.
Page 97: Deleting Still Images And Moving Images
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Deleting Still Images and Moving Images ✤ ✤ The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player ✤ ✤ You can erase the still images and moving images recorded on the ✤ Memory Card.
Page 98: Using Quick Menu: Delete
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Delete Using Quick Menu: Delete ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus MENU without using the MENU button. Menu selector 1. Press the Menu selector. 2/46 800x600 Menu selector 2.
Page 99: Formatting The Memory Card
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Formatting the Memory Card ✤ ✤ The Format function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player Format ✤ You can use the memory format functions to completely delete all images and ✤ ✤ options on the Memory Card, including protected images.
Page 100: Mpeg Recording
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) MPEG Recording ✤ You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card. ✤ ✤ The screen format of the moving images to be recorded is 720x576. ✤ 720 576 ✤ The MPEG Recording function works only in M.Cam mode. ✤...
Page 101: Mpeg Playback
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) MPEG Playback ✤ The MPEG Playback function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ M.Player MPEG Playback MPEG ✤ You can play the moving images on the Memory Card. ✤ Audio is played back at the same time. ✤...
Page 102: Using Quick Menu: M.play Select
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select M.Play ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus ✤ MENU without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector. Menu selector 2/46 800x600 2.
Page 103: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ✤ ✤ This function works only in Player mode. Player ✤ ✤ You can record still images from a cassette on a ✤...
Page 104: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Card
ENGLISH ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card ✤ The Photo Copy function works only in Player ✤ Player Player Mode mode. √Tape ✤ ✤ You can copy still images recorded with the photo Photo Search Photo Copy function on a cassette onto a Memory Card.
Page 105: Copy To (Vp-D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Copy to (VP-D655(i) only) VP-D655(i) ✤ The Copy to function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ M.Player Copy To ✤ You can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory Card to ✤...
Page 106: Marking Images For Printing
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Marking Images for Printing ✤ ✤ The Print Mark function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player ✤ ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print DPOF ✤ DPOF format. ✤...
Page 107: Using Quick Menu: Print Mark
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Print Mark Using Quick Menu: Print Mark ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus MENU without using the MENU button. It can be set on the selected file only. Menu selector 1.
Page 108: Pictbridge™ (Vp-D653(I)/D655(I) Only)
ENGLISH PictBridge™ (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) PictBridge VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge PictBridge ✤ PictBridge ✤ function works only in M.Player mode. M.Player ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), ✤ PictBridge you can send images from the Memory Card or built-in memory (VP-D655(i) only) VP-D655(i) directly to the printer with a few simple operations.
Page 109 ENGLISH ENGLISH PictBridge™ (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) PictBridge VP-D653(i)/D655(i) Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option 4. Move the Menu selector to the down or up to M.Player Mode 2/46 select Date/Time, then press the Menu Back Print selector. Copies 5. Move the Menu selector to the down or up to Date/Time Date Date...
Page 110: Maintenance
ENGLISH Maintenance After Finishing a Recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the ✤ ✤ power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium ion Battery pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. The Battery pack should be released after recording is completed.
Page 111: 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.
Page 112: 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 100V 240V 50/60Hz You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.
Page 113: 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 Informs that... Action Blinking The Battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one.
Page 114 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes M.Cam/M.Player (VP-D653(i)/D655(i) only) VP-D653(i)/D655(i)) Display Informs that... Action Blinking No Memoery Card ! There is no Memory Card in No Memory Card ! slow Insert a Memory Card. the Camcorder. There is not enough memory Change to a new Memory Memory full Memory full !
Page 115 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. Check that the Power switch is set to CAM.
Page 116: Specifications
ENGLISH Specifications Model Name: VP-D651(i)/D653(i)/D655(i) VP-D651(i)/D653(i)/D655(i) System Video signal Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette 6.35mm Tape speed SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s 18.83mm/s...
Page 117: Index
ENGLISH Index - A - - M - - A - - M - Accessories...........12 Memory Card ........86 Accessories ......12 Memory card .......86 AF/MF ..........56 Memory Stick ........85 AF/MF ....56 Memory Stick ....85 Audio Dubbing ........75 MPEG Recording.......
Page 118 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk http://www.samsung.fr France http://www.samsung.fr http://www.samsung.com/au Australia http://www.samsung.com/au http://www.samsung.de Germany http://www.samsung.de http://www.samsung.se Sweden http://www.samsung.se http://www.samsung.com/pl Poland http://www.samsung.com/pl http://www.samsung.it Italia http://www.samsung.it http://www.samsung.es Spain http://www.samsung.es http://www.samsung.com.cn China http://www.samsung.com.cn...

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