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Samsung VP-M2050S(B) Owner's Instruction Book

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ENGLISH
Digital Camcorder
VP-M2050S(B)/M2100S(B)
/M2200S(B)
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using
unapproved batteries.
VP-M2050S(B)/M2100S(B)
/M2200S(B)
AF
CCD
LCD
AD68-00906X

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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. AD68-00906X...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Precautions ......8 Precautions on the CAM Care.............8 ................8 Notes Regarding COPYRIGHT ............9 ................9 Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation .........9 ................9 Notes Regarding the CAM ..............9 ................9 Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ...........10 .................10 Note Regarding a Trademark.............10 ................10 Note Regarding the Lens..............11 ................11...
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Getting Started ..........24 The Colour of the LED ...............24 ...................24 Using the LCD Monitor ..............24 ..................24 Before You Start Operating the CAM..........25 .................25 Using the Function Button ..............26 ..................26 Using the DISPLAY Button ..............27 DISPLAY ............27 Adjusting the LCD Monitor..............28 ..................28 Structure of the Folders and Files............29 ................29...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Setting the White Balance..............51 ..................51 Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure)....52 ............52 Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) ........53 ..............53 Setting the Effect ................54 ...................54 Setting the Digital Zoom..............55 ..................55 Setting the Backlight Auto Control ...........56 .................56 Photo Mode ............57 Capturing .....................58 .......................58 Capturing Images ................58...
  • Page 5 ENGLISH Contents Selecting File Options................75 ..................75 Setting Repeat Play................75 ..................75 Deleting Music files ................76 ..................76 Locking Music files ................77 ..................77 Copying Music files ................78 ..................78 Setting Random Play................79 ..................79 Voice Recorder Mode ........80 Recording ....................80 .......................80 Recording Voice................80 ...................80 Playing....................81 .......................81 Playing Voice files................81 ..................81...
  • Page 6 ENGLISH Contents Setting the System ................96 ....................96 Setting the Auto Shut off ..............96 ..................96 Setting the Demonstration Function ..........97 ..................97 Setting Start-up Mode ..............98 ..................98 Setting the File No. Function............99 ................99 Setting the Beep Sound ..............100 ..................100 Viewing Version Information ............101 ..................101 Setting Memory.................102 ..................102...
  • Page 7 ENGLISH Contents Maintenance ..........121 Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM..........121 ................121 After using the CAM ...............121 ..................121 Cleaning the Body .................122 ..................122 Using the Built-in Rechargeable Battery........122 ...............122 Regarding the Battery ..............123 ..................123 Using the CAM Abroad ..............124 ................124 Troubleshooting ..........125 Self Diagnosis Display ..............125 ..................125 Using the Menu ..........

  • Page 8: Notices And Safety Precautions

    3 feet from your subject. If the device is not working properly, please consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service centre. Disassembling the device yourself may cause irrecoverable damage which will be difficult to repair.

  • Page 9: Notes Regarding Copyright

    ✤ All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in ✤ Samsung this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the CAM.

  • Page 10: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    Notices and Safety Precautions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ It is recommended to use original Battery Pack that is available ✤ SAMSUNG at SAMSUNG service centre. ✤ ✤ Make sure the Battery Pack is fully charged before starting to ✤ record.

  • Page 11: Note Regarding The Lens

    ENGLISH Notices and Safety Precautions Note Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with the CAM lens pointing directly at the sun. ✤ Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor). Notes Regarding the LCD Display 1.

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Cam

    ENGLISH Getting to know your CAM Features G Integrated Digital CAM/DSC operation / DSC An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital CAM and a Digital Still Camera with comfortable and easy recording. G High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera) 2110K CCD 2400x1800 Employing 2110K CCD Pixel, a maximum resolution of 2400x1800...

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied With The Cam

    ENGLISH Getting to know your CAM Accessories Supplied with the CAM ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with ✤ your CAM. Basic Accessories . Lithium Polymer Battery Pack . Audio/Video Cable . AC Power Adapter 1. Lithium Polymer Battery Pack 2.

  • Page 14: Name Of Each Part

    ENGLISH Name of Each Part Rear & Left View 1. Built-in MIC 7. Record/Stop button 8. [ œ œ ] button (Move backward, RPS) 9. W button (Zoom out, Multi-play screen, Move up) 10. OK button (Play, Pause) 11. [ √ √ ] button (Move forward, FPS) 12.

  • Page 15: Right & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Name of Each Part Right & Bottom View Hanging Lens Cover on the CAM 1. Lens 2. Flash 3. Battery Pack 4. Earphones and 8. Power Adapter Receptacle AV jack 9. Tripod Receptacle 5. Battery ejection button 6. USB Port 7.

  • Page 16: Lcd Display

    ENGLISH Name of Each Part : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Video Record Mode/Video Play Mode) Video Record Mode Video Record Mode 1. Mode indicator 2. EIS indicator 2. EIS 3. Program AE indicator Video Record F / 720i 4.

  • Page 17: Osd(On Screen Display In Photo Capture Mode/Photo View Mode)

    ENGLISH Name of Each Part : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Photo Capture Mode/Photo View Mode) Photo Capture Mode Photo Capture Mode 1. Mode indicator 2. Flash indicator Photo Capture 1600 3. White balance indicator 4. BLC indicator* 4.

  • Page 18: Osd(On Screen Display In Video Record Mode/Video Play Mode)

    ENGLISH Name of Each Part : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in MP3 Play Mode / Voice Record Mode/ Voice Play Mode) MP3 Play Mode MP3 Play Mode 1. Mode indicator 2. File name/File format MP3 Play 3. Sampling Rate/Bit Rate 4.

  • Page 19: How To Use The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Pack Installation / Ejection It is recommended you purchase one or more additional Battery Packs to allow continuous use of your CAM. To insert the Battery Pack <Insert> Move the Battery Pack into the groove until it clicks.

  • Page 20: Maintain The Battery Pack

    ✤ Do not allow the + and - terminals of the Battery Pack to be ✤ SAMSUNG short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce fire and overheating. ✤ It is recommended to use original Battery Pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre.
  • Page 21 Approx. 100 min. Pack (option) Notes ✤ Prepare an extra battery if you use the CAM outdoors. ✤ ✤ Contact the Samsung service centre to purchase new Battery ✤ Samsung ✤ Pack. ✤ If you zoom in or out, the recording time becomes shorter.
  • Page 22 ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack. Message Battery Level Indicator State Fully charged 40~60% used 40~60% 60~80% 60~80% used 80~95% 80~95% used Exhausted (flickers) The device will soon turn off.

  • Page 23: Charging The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the CAM. Charging directly to the CAM 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] up to turn the CAM off. [POWER/MODE 3. Connect the AC Power Adapter with the CAM.

  • Page 24: Getting Started

    ENGLISH Getting Started The Colour of the LED The colour of the LED varies depending on the state of power or charging. When the AC Power Adapter is plugged in (When the Battery Pack is inserted.) Power Charging state LED Colour Video / Voice Record Green Charging...

  • Page 25: Before You Start Operating The Cam

    ENGLISH Getting Started Before You Start Operating the CAM Before using the CAM, refer to this page for easy operation. The Memory Card is an optional accessory and not included. 1. Install the Battery Pack and insert a Memory Card into the MULTI CARD MULTI CARD slot.

  • Page 26: Using The Function Button

    ENGLISH Getting Started Using the Function Button The Function button is used to make a selection, move the cursor, select the functions and exit from the menu. The Use of Various Function button Record/ Menu Selection Button Play Mode Capture Mode Mode Zoom out (W) Multi-play screen...

  • Page 27: Using The Display Button

    ENGLISH Getting Started Using the DISPLAY Button You can use various functions by pressing the [DISPLAY] button. [DISPLAY] 1. Open the LCD monitor. 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    ENGLISH Getting Started Adjusting the LCD Monitor Your CAM is equipped with a colour Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enables you to view directly what you are recording or playing back. Depending on the conditions under which you are using the CAM (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust the LCD Brightness or Colour.

  • Page 29: Structure Of The Folders And Files

    ENGLISH Getting Started Structure of the Folders and Files The video files and photo files are stored in internal memory or external memory(Memory Card) as below. Notes ✤ ✤ Refer to page 33 for details about ✤ Memory Card. ✤ You can store general data in files Photo file ✤...

  • Page 30: Recording Time And Capacity

    ENGLISH Getting Started Recording Time and Capacity Video Record Time Super Fine Normal Fine Capacity Media 352p 352p 720i/720p 352p 720i/720p 720i/720p 352p 720i/720p 352p 720i/720p 352p 720i/720p 512MB (VP- 512MB (VP- approx. 21min. approx. 14min. approx. 32min. approx. 21min. approx.
  • Page 31 ENGLISH Getting Started Photo capacity Quality Media Capacity 2400✕1800 1600✕1200 1024✕768 640✕480 2400✕1800 1600✕1200 1024✕768 640✕480 approx. 378 approx. 756 approx. 1626 approx. 2877 1626 2877 512MB (VP-M2050S(B)) 512MB (VP-M2050S(B)) Internal approx. 756 approx. 1513 approx. 3252 approx. 5754 1513 3252 5754 1GB (VP-M2100S(B))

  • Page 32: Selecting The Memory Type

    ENGLISH Getting Started Selecting the Memory Type You can select the memory type - internal memory or external memory(Memory Card). A Memory Card is an optional accessory. The OSD indicators are based on internal memory. 1. Insert a Memory Card. (Refer to page 33) System Settings System Settings System...

  • Page 33: Using A Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    ✤ The data stored on the Memory Card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, ✤ Terminals electric noise or repair. Save important files separately. ✤ Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. Write-protect ✤ Samsung Switch ✤ Memory Stick and ✤...

  • Page 34: Mode And Menu Selection

    ENGLISH Getting Started Mode and Menu Selection You can select the mode and menu as follows. Mode Selection [POWER/MODE 1. Move the [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. 2. Move the [POWER/MODE Selector] down to select a desired [POWER/MODE mode and press the [OK] button.

  • Page 35: Video Mode

    ENGLISH Video Mode Recording..............36 ................36 Recording...............36 ................36 Zooming In and Out..........37 .............37 Playing ...............38 ................38 Playing on the LCD Monitor ........38 ..........38 Selecting File Options ..........40 ..............40 Deleting Video files ..........40 ............40 Locking Video files ..........41 ............41 Copying Video files ..........42 ............42 Setting Multi Selection ...........43 ............43...

  • Page 36: Recording

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Recording Recording You can record moving person and objects and store it in memory. Video Record F / 720i 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 37: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Recording Zooming In and Out Zooming technique lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. [POWER/MODE 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. Video Record N The Video Record screen appears. N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 38: Playing

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Playing Playing on the LCD Monitor It is handy and practical to view video files using the LCD monitor almost anywhere such as in a car, indoors or outdoors. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM.
  • Page 39 CODEC automatically installed in the system. If you do not have the Download Centre CODEC CD, search the product model name on the Download Centre in the Samsung Electronics home page to get the CODEC installation file. (Refer to page 116)

  • Page 40: Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Video files You can delete video files in <File Options>. <File Options> 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 41: Locking Video Files

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Video files You can lock the important video file to prevent accidental deletion. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 42: Copying Video Files

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Copying Video files You can copy the video file to the internal or external memory. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 43: Setting Multi Selection

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Setting Multi Selection You can set the multi video files to delete, copy or lock at one time. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on [POWER/MODE the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 44: Setting The Pb Option

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Setting the PB Option You can play all files continuously or play only selected file. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 45: Setting Various Functions

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Video file Size You can set the file size for video files. The number of stored files varies depending on the Memory Card capacity and video file size. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM.

  • Page 46: Setting The Video File Quality

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Video file Quality You can set the quality for video files. The number of stored files varies depending on the Memory Card capacity and video file quality. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM.

  • Page 47: Setting The Video File Record Mode

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Video file Record mode You can set the record mode before starting video file record. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record Screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 48: Setting The External Input/Output

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the External Input/Output You can record or play back the contents of the CAM into an external device and vice versa. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record Screen appears.

  • Page 49: Setting The Focus

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Focus You can set the focus depending on the subject or the environment. In most situations, you can record best using AF(Auto Focus). 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM.

  • Page 50: Setting The Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The Electronic Image Stabilizer is a function that compensates for hand shake and other movements while recording. EIS provides more stable video when: N Recording with zooming N Recording small objects N Recording while walking or moving N Recording through the window in a vehicle...

  • Page 51: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the White Balance The White Balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions. The White Balance is used to preserve natural colours under different lighting conditions. [POWER/MODE 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM.

  • Page 52: Setting The Program Ae (Programmed Auto Exposure)

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure) It allows you to adjust the aperture setting to suit different conditions. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on [POWER/MODE the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 53: Setting The Blc (Backlight Compensation)

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish. You can use this function when using the CAM in bright background and snowy background.

  • Page 54: Setting The Effect

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Effect You can create professional looking effect on your video file. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 55: Setting The Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Digital Zoom Zooming more than X10 is achieved digitally, up to X100 when combined with optical zoom. The Digital Zoom processes data to enlarge the centre portion of the image to fill the frame. It may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture.

  • Page 56: Setting The Backlight Auto Control

    ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Backlight Auto Control This function enables to save power consumption by controlling the brightness of LCD monitor automatically outdoors. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record N You can select Video mode or Previous mode as the start-up mode in System Settings.

  • Page 57: Photo Mode

    ENGLISH Photo Mode Capturing..............58 ................58 Capturing Images ..........58 ..............58 Zooming In and Out..........59 .............59 Viewing ..............60 ................60 Viewing Photo files on the LCD Monitor ....60 ......60 Selecting File Options ..........61 ..............61 Deleting Photo files..........61 ............61 Locking Photo files..........62 ............62 Copying Photo files..........63 ............63 Setting DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) DPOF...

  • Page 58: Capturing

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Capturing Capturing Images You can take photo as well as record video files. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Photo on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 59: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Capturing Zooming In and Out Zooming technique lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down again to select Photo [POWER/MODE Photo...

  • Page 60: Viewing

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Viewing Viewing Photo files on the LCD Monitor It is handy and practical to view pictures using the LCD monitor almost anywhere such as in a car, indoors or outdoors. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE Photo Capture 1600...

  • Page 61: Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Photo files You can delete photo files in <File Options>. <File Options> 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE Photo View 100-0019 on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 62: Locking Photo Files

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Photo files You can lock the important photo file not to be deleted. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE Photo View 100-0019 on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record [POWER/MODE 2.

  • Page 63: Copying Photo Files

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Copying Photo files You can copy photo files to the internal or external memory. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE Photo View 100-0019 on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 64: Setting Dpof(Digital Print Order Format) Function

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Function You can automatically print a photo file recorded on a Memory Card DPOF with a printer supporting DPOF. MULTI CARD Insert a memory card into the MULTI CARD slot. [POWER/MODE 1.

  • Page 65: Setting Multi Selection

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Setting Multi Selection You can set the multi photo files to delete, copy or lock at one time. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the [POWER/MODE CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 66: Setting Various Functions

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Photo file Size You can set the photo files size. The number of stored files varies depending on the Memory Card capacity and photo files size. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Photo...

  • Page 67: Setting The Flash

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Flash The Flash only works in Photo mode and allows the user to take photographs in dark places such as during the night, shaded or dark areas and indoors. F / 720i Photo 1.

  • Page 68: Setting The Focus

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Focus You can set the focus depending on the subject or the environment. In most situations, you can record the best photo using AF(Auto Focus). 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on F / 720i Photo [POWER/MODE...

  • Page 69: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the White Balance The White Balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions. The White Balance is used to preserve natural colours under different lighting conditions. [POWER/MODE F / 720i Photo 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM.

  • Page 70: Setting The Blc (Backlight Compensation)

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish. You can use this function when using the CAM in the bright backgrounds including F / 720i snow scenes.

  • Page 71: Setting The Backlight Auto Control

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Backlight Auto Control This function enables to save power consumption by controlling the brightness of LCD monitor automatically outdoors. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Photo on the CAM.

  • Page 72: Mp3 Mode/Voice Recorder Mode/Using File Browser

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode /Voice Recorder Mode /Using File Browser MP3 Mode ...........73 Storing Music in the CAM ........73 ........73 Copying Music files to the CAM ......73 ................74 Playing ...............74 ............74 Playing Music files ..........74 ..............75 Selecting File Options ..........75 ............75 Setting Repeat Play ..........75 ............76 Deleting Music files..........76...

  • Page 73: Mp3 Mode

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Storing Music in the CAM Copying Music files to the CAM You can transfer music files from your PC to the internal memory, SD, SD MMC MMC, Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro. For copying music files, the Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro CAM must be connected to your PC with the USB cable.

  • Page 74: Playing

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Playing Playing Music files You can hear the music file in internal memory or external memory(Memory Card). 1. Connect the earphones to the CAM. N You can also hear the music from the Built-in speaker without the earphones. 2.

  • Page 75: Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Setting Repeat Play You can play the only one or all music repeatedly. 1. Connect the earphones to the CAM. MP3 Play N You can also hear the music from the Built-in Music speaker without the earphones.

  • Page 76: Deleting Music Files

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Music files You can delete the music file you want. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down again to [POWER/MODE select mode and press the [OK] button.

  • Page 77: Locking Music Files

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Music files You can lock the important music file not to be deleted. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 78: Copying Music Files

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Copying Music files You can copy the music file to the internal or external memory. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 79: Setting Random Play

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Setting Random Play You can play the music files at random. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE MP3 Play on the CAM. Music N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record I believe I can fly.mp3 black or white.mp3 2.

  • Page 80: Voice Recorder Mode

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Recording Recording Voice You can record voice using the built-in microphone in the CAM. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down again to [POWER/MODE select Voice Recorder...

  • Page 81: Playing

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Playing Playing Voice files You can hear the voice file using the built-in speaker or connecting earphones. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Voice Recorder on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 82: Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Voice files You can delete voice files you want. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Voice Recorder on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 83: Locking Voice Files

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Voice files You can lock the important voice file not to be deleted. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i Voice Recorder on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 84: Copying Voice Files

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Copying Voice files You can copy the voice file to the internal or external memory. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE N The Video Record screen appears. F / 720i Voice Recorder 2.

  • Page 85: Using File Browser

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Deleting Files or Folders You can delete the file(AVI, MP3, JPG, WAV) or folders you recorded. AVI MP3 JPG WAV 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i File Browser on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 86: Locking Files

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Locking Files You can lock the important files not to be deleted. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i File Browser on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 87: Copying Files Or Folders

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Copying Files or Folders You can copy a file or folder to the internal or external memory. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on the CAM. [POWER/MODE N The Video Record screen appears. F / 720i File Browser 2.

  • Page 88: Viewing File Information

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Viewing File Information You can see the file name, format, size and date. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i File Browser on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 89: Setting The Cam

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM Adjusting the LCD Monitor ........90 ............90 Adjusting the LCD Brightness .......90 ............90 Adjusting the LCD Colour........91 ............91 Adjusting Date/Time ..........92 .............92 Setting Time ............92 ..............92 Setting Date ............93 ..............93 Setting Date Format..........94 ............94 Setting Time Format ..........95 ............95 Setting the System...........96 ..............96...

  • Page 90: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting the LCD Monitor Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM.

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Lcd Colour

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting the LCD Monitor Adjusting the LCD Colour You can adjust the colour of the LCD monitor depending on the situation. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn F / 720i [POWER/MODE System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Date/Time

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Time The built-in clock creates the time stamp. You can adjust the time you use. F / 720i 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn System Settings [POWER/MODE on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 93: Setting Date

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date The built-in calendar creates the date stamp. You can adjust the date you use. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 94: Setting Date Format

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date Format You can select the date format to display. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 95: Setting Time Format

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Time Format You can select the time format to display. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 96: Setting The System

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the Auto Shut off To save energy or battery, you can set the Auto Shut off function. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 97: Setting The Demonstration Function

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the Demonstration Function Demonstration function will allow you to view all the functions that the CAM supports. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 98: Setting Start-Up Mode

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting Start-up Mode You can select the starting mode displayed when you turn the CAM on. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 99: Setting The File No. Function

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the File No. Function You can set the file numbers so that they reset each time Memory Card is formatted, or so that they count up continuously. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn F / 720i [POWER/MODE System Settings...

  • Page 100: Setting The Beep Sound

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the Beep Sound You can set the beep sound on/off. When on, a beep will sound every time a button is pressed. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn F / 720i [POWER/MODE System Settings on the CAM.

  • Page 101: Viewing Version Information

    N If you select <Close> in the screen, the screen disappears. Settings : System Settings : System Notes System Samsung Elec. Co. LTD PR818S S/W 1.0.1 ✤ [œ ] ✤ If you select [œ ] button in the menu, the previous JUL 25 2005 15:39:06 MICOM 1.00...

  • Page 102: Setting Memory

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting Memory Selecting the Storage Type Select the storage type(internal or external memory) before recording or taking pictures. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 103: Formatting The Memory

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting Memory Formatting the Memory You can format the internal memory or the external memory to erase all files. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn on System Settings System Settings [POWER/MODE the CAM. System N The Video Record screen appears.

  • Page 104: Viewing Memory Space

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting Memory Viewing Memory Space You can view usable memory space and total memory space of the CAM. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 105: Setting Language

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting Language Selecting Language You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] down to turn [POWER/MODE F / 720i System Settings on the CAM. N The Video Record screen appears. Video Record 2.

  • Page 106: Using Usb Mode

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Transferring files to a computer 1. Connect the CAM to the PC with the USB cable. 2. Move [POWER/MODE Selector] [POWER/MODE down to turn on the CAM. N USB mode screen appears automatically.

  • Page 107: Usb Connection To A Computer

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode USB connection to a computer High Speed USB is not guaranteed except for Microsoft(Windows) or Apple(Mac Microsoft(Windows) Apple(Mac OS X) OS X) or supplied Driver. ✤ Windows 98SE/ME: Full Speed USB ✤ Windows 98SE/ME ✤...

  • Page 108: Using Pc Cam

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Using PC Cam You can use this CAM as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications. To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0.

  • Page 109: Connecting The Cam To A Printer

    ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Connecting the CAM to a Printer By connecting the CAM to printers with PictBridge PictBridge USB Mode support (sold separately), you can send images from Mass Storage the internal memory or external memory (SD, MMC, SD MMC Memory Stick PC-Cam Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro) directly to the printer...

  • Page 110: Miscellaneous Information

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Connecting the CAM with other Devices....111 .........111 Connecting the CAM to TV........111 ..........111 Connecting the CAM to VCR.......112 VCR...........112 Copying Video files to a VCR Tape .....113 ........113 Recording unscramble contents from other digital ......114 devices ..............114 ....115 Connecting the CAM to a PC using the USB cable ............115...

  • Page 111: Connecting The Cam With Other Devices

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Connecting the CAM to TV You can connect the CAM to a TV set directly to play video files on TV monitor. 1. Connect the Audio/Video cable to the Earphones and AV jack of VIDEO AUDIO the CAM.

  • Page 112: Connecting The Cam To Vcr

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Connecting the CAM to VCR You can connect the CAM to VCR to copy the recorded files to the video tape. 1. Connect the Audio/Video cable to the Earphones and AV jack of the CAM.

  • Page 113: Copying Video Files To A Vcr Tape

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Copying Video files to a VCR Tape You can copy your recorded files to a regular blank video tape. Connect the CAM to a VCR using the Audio/Video cable before recording.

  • Page 114: Recording Unscramble Contents From Other Digital Devices

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Recording unscramble contents from other digital devices You can connect other external digital devices to CAM to record unscrambled contents. 1. Connect the Audio/Video cable to the Earphone and AV jack of the CAM.

  • Page 115: Connecting The Cam To A Pc Using The Usb Cable

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Connecting the CAM to a PC using the USB cable You can connect the CAM to a PC that supports USB connections. Use the provided USB cable for connection to a PC. 1.

  • Page 116: Installing Programs

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Installing Programs Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 You have to install DV Media Pro 1.0 to play back video files recorded by CAM or the transferred data by USB cable on your PC. Installing Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader Install Acrobat Reader program, which is included on the CD Acrobat Reader...

  • Page 117: Usb Interface For Data Transfer

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Installing Programs USB Interface for Data Transfer Connect the CAM and PC with the provided USB cable. You can record the Video file in PC in real-time. USB transferring function can be used when DV Driver, Video Codec, DV Driver Video Codec DirectX 9.0 DirectX 9.0 programs are already installed in the PC.
  • Page 118 ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting the CAM with other Devices Disconnecting USB Connection After completing the data transfer, you must disconnect the cable in the following way. Safely Remove 1. Select the removable disk icon and click the right mouse button to Hardware select ‘Safely Remove Hardware’.

  • Page 119: Printing Photos

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Printing Photos Printing with PictBridge Function With the PictBridge Support, you can control the PictBridge printer directly through the CAM in order to print out stored pictures. PictBridge For direct printing of your stored pictures using the PictBridge PictBridge function, you must connect the CAM to a PictBridge printer using a USB cable.

  • Page 120: Printing Photos With Dpof Files

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Printing Photos Printing Photos with DPOF Files DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) defines the print information for DPOF the specific photos and number of each photo on the Memory Card. You can easily make prints on a DPOF compatible printer or order DPOF copies.

  • Page 121: Maintenance

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM After using the CAM ✤ For the safekeeping of the CAM, follow these steps. ✤  Turn the CAM off.  Remove the Battery Pack (Refer to page 19).  Remove the Memory Card (Refer to page 33). ✤...

  • Page 122: Cleaning The Body

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Cleaning the Body ✤ To Clean the Exterior of the CAM ✤  To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface.

  • Page 123: Regarding The Battery

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Regarding the Battery Battery pack performance decreases when the surrounding 10°C (50°F) temperature is 10°C (50°F) or below, and shortens the battery life. In that case, do one of the following so that the durability of the battery life can be extended for a longer period of time.

  • Page 124: Using The Cam Abroad

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Using the CAM Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ ✤ Before using the CAM abroad, check the following items: ✤ Power Sources ✤ You can use the CAM in any country or area with the supplied AC ✤...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    MPEG MPEG decoding error The video file is corrupted. Delete the corrupted file. ✤ ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer Samsung or authorized service centre/personnel. Symptom Possible Causes Measure No power is supplied...
  • Page 126 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Measure Set focus to AUTO Focus does not adjust Focus is set to manual mode AUTO automatically Recording was done in a Use strobe or lit the place dark place Clear the lens and check the focus Lens is covered with condensation Insert the Memory Card properly, page 33...

  • Page 127: Using The Menu

    ENGLISH Using the Menu Video Photo 1. Record 1. Capture 1. Play Focus 2. View Delete 2. Play Delete Selected Delete B.L. Auto Ctl Selected Selected Cancel Cancel Cancel Copy To White Balance Copy To Selected Copy To Auto Selected Selected Hold Cancel...

  • Page 128: Usb Mode

    ENGLISH Using the Menu File Voice System Settings Recorder Browser Mode 1. Record File No. 1. MassStorage 1. Delete 1. Display Reset 2. Play 2. PC-Cam 2. PC- Selected LCD Brightness Series 3. PictBridge 3. PictBridge Delete Beep Sound Cancel Selected 100% Date...

  • Page 129: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Model Name VP-M2050S(B)/M2100S(B)/M2200S(B) VP-M2050S(B)/M2100S(B)/M2200S(B) The CAM System Video Recording System MPEG4 AVI Format MPEG4 AVI Photo System JPEG (DPOF, Exif 2.2) JPEG (DPOF, Exif 2.2) Stereo Playing Voice WAVE file record/play (8KHz Sampling, 16 bit, Stereo) WAVE Memory Internal memory/Memory Stick/Memory Stick 8KHz Recording/Playing time...
  • Page 130 ENGLISH Specifications AC Adapter Power Requirement AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz DC Output DC 4.8V, 1.0A DC 4.8V, 1.0A Operating Temperature 0°C-40°C(32°F-104°F) C-40 C(32 F-104 ° ° ° ° Dimensions 70mm x 30mm x 42mm x 30 x 42 Weight 104g (Including DC cable) •...

  • Page 131: Index

    ENGLISH Index - A - - E - - A - - E - AF(Auto Focus) ....49, 68 Effect ........54 ....49, 68 ...........54 Auto Shut off......96 EIS ..........50 ........96 ........50 - B - - F - - B - - F - Backlight Auto Control..56, 71 File Browser .......85~88 ....56.71...
  • Page 132 ENGLISH Index - O - - T - - O - - T - OSD......16, 17, 18 Time..........92 OSD ........16,17,18 ...........92 Troubleshooting ....125, 126 ......125, 126 - P - - P - - U - - U - ........44 PB Option .........44 USB Cable........13 PictBridge ........119 ........13...
  • Page 133 ENGLISH ENGLISH THE CAM 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...

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