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Digital Video Camcorder
SCD303/D305/D307
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.
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder SCD303/D305/D307 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. ENGLISH ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 2: Notices And Safety Instructions

    Do not use attachments not recommended by the CAMCORDER product manufacturer as they may be hazardous. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
  • Page 3 The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
  • Page 4 Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
  • Page 5 22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 23. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter should be use. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    To select the CAMCORDER mode ...23 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...24 Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type ...25 Battery level display ...26 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ...27 BASIC Recording ...
  • Page 7 Advanced Recording ... 36 Use of various Functions ...36 Setting menu items ...36 Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode...37 Availability of functions in each mode ...38 CLOCK SET ...39 WL. REMOTE (SCD305/D307 only) ...40 DEMONSTRATION ...41...
  • Page 8 Playback on a TV monitor ... 69 Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks ... 69 Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ... 70 Playback ... 70 Various Functions while in PLAYER mode ... 71 Playback pause ...
  • Page 9 Select the image quality ... 85 Number of images on the Memory Card ... 85 Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode ... 86 Recording images to a Memory Card ...86 Recording an image from a cassette as a still image ... 87 Viewing Still images ...

  • Page 10: 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. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.
  • Page 11 - When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.) - When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.) 2.
  • Page 12 The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste. Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning - To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty.
  • Page 13 Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.
  • Page 14 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.

  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    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 still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.

  • Page 16: 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 (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 4.

  • Page 17: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. IR(Infrared) Light 3. Remote sensor (SCD305/D307 only) 4. Internal MIC 1. Lens 2. IR(Infrared) Light 3. Remote sensor (SCD305/D307 only) 4. Internal MIC 5. Viewfinder 6. EASY Q button 7.

  • Page 18: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons REC SEARCH FADE EASY S.SHOW 2. Speaker 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO 4. DISPLAY 5. Mode switch 6. S-VIDEO jack 1. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA EASY : (REW) REC SEARCH –...

  • Page 19: Right & Top View

    5. Power switch 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button (see page 65) 3. Focus adjustment knob 4. START/STOP button 5. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 6. NITE PIX switch 7. Slow shutter 8. DV jack 9. USB jack 10. Hook for handstrap 6.

  • Page 20: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 2. Charging indicator 1. LITHIUM Battery Holder 2. Charging indicator 3. Memory Card slot 4. Battery Release 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT 3. Memory Card slot 4.

  • Page 21: Remote Control (Scd305/D307 Only)

    5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 73) 5. PHOTO Search 6. A.DUB (see page 63) (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 18. DISPLAY 17. Zoom 16.

  • Page 22: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera And Player Modes)

    18. Tape Counter 19. Operating mode 20. Record speed mode 21. PHOTO mode 22. Self recording and waiting timer (SCD305/D307 only) (see page 20) 23. DIS (see page 47) 24. Volume control (see page 35) 25. Audio playback channel 26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (see page 77) 27.

  • Page 23: Osd (On Screen Display In M.rec And M.play Modes)

    - To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode. (see page 53) - You may also use the Quick Menu to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF. (see page 55) (only in CAMERA/M.REC mode) ENGLISH OSD in M.REC mode...

  • Page 24: Preparation

    - Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. - In the last one second of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. - If you want to cancel the Self Timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER button.

  • Page 25: Lithium Battery Installation

    Preparation Lithium Battery Installation ✤ 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 normal operation from the time of installation.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Hand Strap

    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.

  • Page 27: Connecting A Power Source

    ✤ If you want to use this unit as a camcorder, set the mode switch to TAPE position. ✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position.

  • Page 28: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    Notes The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the battery pack, always remove it from the camcorder after it is fully charged. Charging rate Power Switch...

  • Page 29: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type

    The battery pack should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 32°F (0°C). The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or left in temperatures above 104°F (40°C) for a long period, even when it is fully recharged.

  • Page 30: Battery Level Display

    ✤ The gray bar shown here to indicate battery level, is actually white in the viewfinder. For example, on the viewfinder, "a" (full) will be displayed as a full white bar, and "e" (empty) will be displayed as a battery outline with the background image behind it.

  • Page 31: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    4. Close the cassette door. - Close the door completely until you hear a “click”. Note When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect it so that it will not be accidentally erased. a. Protecting a tape : Push the safety tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.

  • Page 32: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS CAP. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position.

  • Page 33: Selecting The Osd Language

    Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German and Italian. ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 34: Record Search (Rec Search)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA.

  • Page 35: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone. 4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Lcd

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under where you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ;...

  • Page 37: Using The Viewfinder

    Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR again. You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. Use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST.

  • Page 38: Playing Back A Tape You Have Recorded On The Lcd

    To stop the PLAY operation, press the Notes You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 69) Various functions are available in PLAYER mode. (see page 71) (STOP) button.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Press (PLAY/STILL) to play the tape. 3. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the MENU SELECTOR to adjust the volume. A volume level display will appear on the LCD.

  • Page 40: Advanced Recording

    Selecting the Audio playback AUDIO SELECT channel WIND CUT Minimizing wind noise Selecting a Digital Special Effect PB DSE during the playback ( ✩ ) : This Function works on model SCD305/D307 only. Available mode FUNCTIONS CAMERA PLAYER ✔ ✔ ✔...

  • Page 41: Set The Camcorder To Camera Or Player Mode And M.rec Or M.play Mode

    The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( 2. Use the MENU SELECTOR and push the MENU SELECTOR on the left side panel to select and activate the item. 3. You can exit the menu mode by pressing the MENU button.

  • Page 42: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    * : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work. (operating mode data will be backed up) Notes When a menu item on the LCD is marked with an When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be displayed. Digital special NITE PIX...

  • Page 43: Clock Set

    7. Using the MENU SELECTOR, change the month setting. 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR. The day will blink. 9. You can set the day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting the year and month. 10.Push the MENU SELECTOR after setting the minutes.

  • Page 44: Wl. Remote (Scd305/D307 Only)

    The setting switches between ON/OFF each time you push the MENU SELECTOR. 5. To exit, press the MENU button. If you set the remote to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon will blink for 3 seconds and disappear on the LCD.

  • Page 45: Demonstration

    Advanced Recording DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder.

  • Page 46: Program Ae

    - For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture. I SAND/SNOW mode ( ) - For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow. I High S. SPEED(High Shutter Speed) mode ( )

  • Page 47: Setting The Program Ae

    Push the MENU SELECTOR to confirm the PROGRAM AE mode. 6. To exit, press the MENU button. Notes While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. The PROGRAM AE function will not operate in EASY mode. CAM MODE INITIAL...

  • Page 48: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality image color.

  • Page 49: Zooming In And Out

    For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time.

  • Page 50: Digital Zoom

    ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

  • Page 51: Dis (Digital Image Stabilizer)

    G DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when:...

  • Page 52: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.

  • Page 53: Selecting An Effect

    1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the submenu.

  • Page 54: Rec Mode

    Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion. When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes.

  • Page 55: Audio Mode

    The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. 16bit :You can record one high quality stereo sound track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.

  • Page 56: Wind Cut

    ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.

  • Page 57: Date/Time

    - If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE/TIME in the Camera’s memory. - When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead. Before you use the DATE/TIME function, you must set the Clock. See CLOCK SET on page 39. ENGLISH...

  • Page 58: Tv Display

    OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only. ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn the OSD ON/OFF displayed on the LCD/Viewfinder/TV.

  • Page 59: Using Quick Menu

    I DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 48) - Each time you select DSE and push the MENU SELECTOR, the DSE preset values are applied or set to OFF. DSE values will not switch between On and Off if they have not been preset in the menu.

  • Page 60: Setting The Quick Menu

    I FOCUS (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) (see page 60) - Each time you select FOCUS and push the MENU SELECTOR, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus ( I SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next page.

  • Page 61: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    The image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set. The camcorder returns to the auto shutter setting and auto exposure setting when you set the NITE PIX to ON, or change to the EASY, SLOW SHUTTER modes.

  • Page 62: Slow Shutter(Low Shutter Speed)

    1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed to 1/30, 1/15, 1/8, off. 4. To exit, press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

  • Page 63: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and DIS ( The word “EASY.Q”...

  • Page 64: Af/Mf (Auto Focus/Manual Focus)

    People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR up or down until the FOCUS is highlighted and then push the MENU SELECTOR.

  • Page 65: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

    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 background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

  • Page 66: Fade In And Out

    ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ 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 67: Audio Dubbing (Scd305/D307 Only)

    ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. ✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. ✤ Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment.

  • Page 68: Dubbed Audio Playback

    7. To exit, press the MENU button. 8. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape. Note When you playback added sound (SOUND2 or MIX mode), you may experience a loss of sound quality. PLAYER MODE A / V SET REC MODE...

  • Page 69: Photo Image Recording

    2. Press the PHOTO button. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode. Searching for a PHOTO picture ✤ The PHOTO SEARCH works in PLAYER mode only.

  • Page 70: Nite Pix (0 Lux Recording)

    In the NITE PIX mode, certain functions are not available, such as White Balance, Program AE, DSE, BLC. If focusing is difficult with the auto focus mode when using the NITE PIX function, focus manually. Do not cover the Infrared Light with your hand.

  • Page 71: Power Nite Pix

    ✤ The POWER NITE PIX function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NITE PIX function. ✤ POWER NITE PIX is displayed for three seconds on the LCD when the SLOW SHUTTER button is pressed in the NITE PIX mode.

  • Page 72: Various Recording Techniques

    ✤ In certain situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.

  • Page 73: Playback

    4. Play the tape. Notes You may use an S-VIDEO (optional) cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-VIDEO connector on your TV. Even if you use an S-VIDEO (optional) cable, you need to connect an audio cable.

  • Page 74: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    4. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button. The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds. If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically. Note The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically.

  • Page 75: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. (SCD305/D307 only) ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes.

  • Page 76: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame) (Scd305/D307 Only)

    ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) or Notes Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen in some of the playback modes if you are using a tape recorded in LP. Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback. (PLAY/STILL) button.

  • Page 77: Zero Memory (Scd305/D307 Only)

    ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the point you wish to return.

  • Page 78: Pb Dse (Playback Digital Special Effects)

    ✤ The PB DSE function works in PLAYER mode. ✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then play back a tape.

  • Page 79: Pb Zoom

    ✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still images. 1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback or still mode. 2. The image is magnified starting from the center of image and arrows appear which allow you to move the image in four directions.

  • Page 80: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    Connecting to a PC ✤ If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install a IEEE 1394 add-on card onto the PC. (not supplied) ✤ The frame rate recorded for video capturing is dependent on the capacity of the PC.

  • Page 81: System Requirements

    6. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button. Notes When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven, however recorded pictures will not be affected. Operation is not guaranteed for all computer environments recommended above.

  • Page 82: Usb Interface

    Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a image from a MEMORY CARD to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a) supplied with the camcorder.

  • Page 83: Installing Dvc Media 5.1 Program

    1. Set the mode switch to Tape, set the power switch to CAMERA. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. ®...

  • Page 84: Using The "Removable Disk" Function

    ✤ You can view CAMCORDER video from the PC using USB STREAMING. You can also store it as a moving picture in the "asf" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.

  • Page 85: Digital Still Camera Mode

    - Inserting or ejecting a Memory Stick while recording or loading an image can cause data damage. If you want to save all images on the Memory Stick, set the write protect tab on the Memory Stick to LOCK. “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 86: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Card

    Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Card. After pulling the Memory Card out from the camcorder, please keep the 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.

  • Page 87: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card

    Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ✤ You can use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera (DSC). ✤ You have to set the mode switch to the MEMORY CARD position to use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera. M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode) 1.

  • Page 88: Memory File Number

    Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY FILE NUMBER ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: SERIES: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.

  • Page 89: Selecting The Image Quality

    Number of images on the Memory Card QUALITY SUPER FINE Approx. 45 FINE Approx. 85 NORMAL Approx. 155 - The actual number that you can record varies depending on the image size. M.REC MODE MEMORY SET M.PLAY SELECT PHOTO QUALITY MPEG4 SIZE PRINT MARK PROTECT FILE NO.

  • Page 90: Recording Still Images To A Memory Card In M.rec Mode

    Digital Still Camera mode Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode. ✤ Audio cannot be recorded with a still image onto the Memory Card. Recording images to a Memory Card 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD.

  • Page 91: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image

    ✤ You can record still images from a cassette onto a Memory Card. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE.

  • Page 92: Viewing Still Images

    1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded image appears. - If there are no recorded images on the Memory Card, NO STORED PHOTO! or NO STORED MPEG4! and 3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the desired still image.

  • Page 93: To View The Multi Display

    1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the MULTI button. A selection mark ( ) appears under the image.

  • Page 94: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Card

    Digital Still Camera mode Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Card ✤ You can copy still images recorded with the PHOTO function onto a Memory Card. ✤ Rewind the TAPE to the point where you want copying to start.

  • Page 95: Marking Images For Printing

    ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD. ALL FILES : To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images.

  • Page 96: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER. The last recorded image appears. If there are no recorded images on the Memory Card, NO STORED PHOTO! or NO STORED MPEG4! and 3. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to protect.

  • Page 97: Deleting Still Images

    Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.

  • Page 98: Formatting The Memory Card

    9. To exit the menu, push the MENU button. Note If you want to format the Memory Stick on your PC, use only the “MS formatter” supplied with the software CD. The MS formatter can only be used with Memory Sticks.

  • Page 99: Mpeg Recording

    Shutter. Don’t insert or eject a tape during Memory card recording as it may record noise. Don’t eject The Memory Card during recording as it may break the data on the Memory Card or the Memory Card itself. ENGLISH DCIM...

  • Page 100: Selecting The Moving Picture Sizes

    5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the submenu. 6. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MPEG4 SIZE. 7. Push the MENU SELECTOR. The MPEG4 SIZE toggles between 320 ✕ 240 / 160 ✕ 120 with each push. M.REC MODE INITIAL CAMERA M.PLAY SELECT...

  • Page 101: Mpeg Playback

    - You need Microsoft Windows Media Player Version 9 or higher version and Sharp G.726 Audio Codec in order to play MPEG4 files on the Memory Card on your PC. (Microsoft Windows Media Player V ersion 9 (Eng) is included on the CD that is supplied.)

  • Page 102: Maintenance

    ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 103: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert the cleaning tape.

  • Page 104: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    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. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    ✤ If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not operate correctly.

  • Page 106: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode Display Informs that... Blinking There is no Memory Card in MEMORY CARD! slow the camcorder. There is not enough memory MEMORY FULL! slow to record. NO STORED PHOTO! or There are no images recorded...
  • Page 107 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.81mm/s Tape recording time SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) FF/REW time Approx. 150 sec. (using DVM60 tape) Image device...

  • Page 109: Index

    - Q - Quick Menu ... 55 - R - REC MODE ... 50 REC Search ... 30 Remote control ... 17, 20 - S - SHUTTER SPEED ... 56 Sound ... 35 Speaker ... 35 Still images ... 88 - T - Tele MACRO ...
  • Page 110 SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option.
  • Page 111 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page AD68-00752C http://www.samsungusa.com...

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