Samsung sc-d6550 digital video camcorder (155 pages)
Summary of Contents for Samsung SCD6050/D6040
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ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD6050/D6040 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. Caméscope vidéo numérique SCD6050/D6040 Mise au point automatique (Auto Focus) Mémoire à...
Quick Start ... 9 Notes and Safety Instructions ... 10 Getting to Know Your Device ... 15 Features ... 15 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ... 16 Basic Accessories ... 16 Front & Left View ... 17 Rear & Left View ... 18 Rear &...
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Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ... 51 The Camcorder : Advanced Recording ..52 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ... 52 Setting the PROGRAM AE ... 53 Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) ...
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ENGLISH Contents Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) ... 55 Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ... 56 Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE) ... 57 Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode ... 58 Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ...
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ENGLISH Contents Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback ... 80 PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ... 81 The Camera : Preparation...82 Using the Mode Dial ...82 Using the Memory Card ...82 Memory Card Functions...82 Inserting a Memory Card ...83...
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ENGLISH Contents Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View ...103 Deleting Recorded Pictures ...103 Delayed Recording – Self Timer ...105 Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera ...106 Recording a Motion Clip (MPEG) onto a Memory Card ...107 Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG)...108 The Camera : Advanced Techniques ...109 Setting the Focus...109 Using the Built-In Flash ...110...
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Connecting to a PC using a DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable ...151 Connecting to a PC using a USB cable...153 Maintenance ...156 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...156 After Using Your Camcorder ...156 Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...157 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...158...
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ENGLISH Start Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and provides a variety of functions. Please read this manual in its entirety. ✤ Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order: 1.
✤ Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor. ✤ Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder. 1. LCD monitor is closed. 2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor.
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✤ 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. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
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✤ To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. ✤ If your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
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Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when setting the camcorder in a sunny place or near a window exposed to sunlight. 2. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder.
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1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.
Integrated Camcorder / DSC operation An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a flip of the Power Switch, ensuring comfortable and easy recording. High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera) Employing 5 Mega Pixels CCD, a maximum resolution of 2592x1944 is available (SCD6050 only).
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Front & Left View 1. Built-in MIC 2. Built-in Flash 3. Camcorder Lens 4. Camera Lens 5. Focus Button MF/AF 1. Built-in MIC 9. Menu Button 2. Built-in Flash 10. EasyQ Button 3. Camcorder Lens 11.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Left View PLAY/STILL (FADE) STOP (BLC) Multiple Display Delete 7. Built-in Speaker 8. USB Cable Jack 9. DV Cable Jack 10. Multi-AV Cable Jack 11. DC Power in Jack PLAY/STILL (FADE) 7. Built-in Speaker STOP (BLC) 8.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Right View 1. PHOTO 2. FOCUS ADJUST 3. Power Switch 4. START/STOP 5. Hand Strap Ring 1. PHOTO 2. FOCUS ADJUST 3. Power Switch 4. START/STOP 5. Hand Strap Ring 6. SLOW SHUTTER 7.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) 1. Battery Level (refer to page 30) 2. EasyQ Mode (refer to page 44) 3. Slow Shutter (refer to page 63) 4. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 57) 5.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes 1. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30) 2. F. No 3. Camera Mode (refer to page 82) 4. Vibration Warning (refer to page 109) 5. Flash Modes (refer to page 110) 6.
Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: You purchase the camcorder ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and – markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: You purchase the camcorder The remote control does not work ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and –...
Note ✤ Be sure to secure the shoulder strap. Improper threading of the shoulder strap may result in serious damage if the Camcorder drops and hits a hard surface. Votre caméscope: Préparatifs Réglage de la dragonne ✤...
3. Plug in the DC jack of the AC Power Adapter into the Power In jack of your camcorder. 4. Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to the REC / PLAY, or (CAMERA) modes.
Fully discharging the Lithium battery pack is not required since there is no memory effect. ✤ For prolonged use of the Battery Pack, remove the Battery Pack from the camcorder after use/charging. Votre caméscope: Préparatifs Utilisation de la batterie lithium-ion Fréquence de clignotement...
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Preparation Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ✤ When you close the LCD monitor, it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table are approximations.
Battery Pack at 77°F (25°C). As the environmental temperature and conditions may differ from your actual use of the camcorder, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Preparation Setting the Power Switch ✤ Use the Power Switch to select the working mode of the device. 1. OFF mode: Turn the device off. To recharge the Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is set to OFF.
✤ The 5-way button is used to make a selection, and to move the cursor left, right, up and down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu. ✤ The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes. 1. LEFT button 2. RIGHT button 3.
The Camcorder: Preparation Adjusting the LCD Monitor Adjusting the LCD in REC Mode ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enables you to view directly what you are recording or playing back.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Preparation Using the Viewfinder ✤ The Viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open. Adjusting the Focus The FOCUS ADJUST on the viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the Viewfinder.
If you close the LCD while playing, you will hear no sound from the speaker. Notes ✤ When the Multi-AV cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the Built-In Speaker and cannot adjust the volume. ✤ The sound will return when you remove the connected Multi-AV cable from the jack of your Camcorder.
Using the Remote Control WL.REMOTE INITIAL BEEP SOUND Play various sound effects LANGUAGE Selects OSD language DEMONSTRATION Demonstrates the camcorder functions PROGRAM AE Selecting the PROGRAM AE Function WHT.BALANCE Controls the White Balance CAMERA D.ZOOM Controls the Digital Zoom Sets the Digital Image Stabiliser on or off...
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ENGLISH The Camcorder: Preparation ✤ Available menu items according to the current mode are shown below. MENU SUB MENU REC Mode CLOCK SET WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND INITIAL LANGUAGE DEMONSTRATION (only without a tape) PROGRAM AE WHT.BALANCE CAMERA D.ZOOM DSE SELECT...
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Functions Setting the Clock ✤ CLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME information is automatically recorded onto the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.
✤ The DATE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLAY modes. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed.
✤ The WL.REMOTE menu works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “INITIAL” is displayed. 2. Press the OK button to select “INITIAL”. The submenu including “BEEP SOUND”...
TAPE inside the camcorder. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION mode is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes after switching to REC mode (when no tape has been inserted in the camcorder). ✤ If you press any other buttons during the DEMONSTRATION, it will temporarily stop and resume again after 10 minutes of idle time.
ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, the CVF and the TV screen. Use the DISPLAY button located on the left side of the camcorder to turn On/Off all of the OSD for the LCD/CVF/TV. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.
✤ EASYQ mode only works in REC mode. ✤ EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode.
Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car. d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like at an athletic event or in a crowd. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MF/AF button.
The Camcorder: Functions Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ✤ Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a technique that lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps to create more professional looking recordings.
✤ Do not use any tapes other than MiniDV cassettes. Inserting a Cassette 1. Turn on your Camcorder, then slide the TAPE EJECT button on the bottom of the camcorder and open the cassette door until it clicks.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Basic Recording Protecting a Cassette ✤ When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from being accidentally erased. a. Protecting a Cassette: Push the Write Protect Tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.
Charge your battery (refer to page 28) Set the Clock (refer to page 38) Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47) 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your subject on the screen.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STBY under REC mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off shortly and then set it back to REC mode.
Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ✤ You can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47).
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode. ✤ It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different recording conditions as well as allowing creative control over the depth of field.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button.
: When the light source is standard indoor lighting. OUTDOOR : When recording outdoors on a sunny day. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button.
Recording a close up picture of a small object Recording while walking, or moving Recording through the window, from inside a vehicle 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE) ✤ The Digital Special Effect function works only in REC mode. ✤ You can select various special effects using the Digital Special Effects menu. ✤ Digital effects enable you to give a more creative look to your recordings.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “CAMERA” is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select “CAMERA”, then press the OK button.
✤ You can select the Recording mode in the REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes of your camcorder. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play) modes. SP: Standard Play, this mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a normal DVM60 tape.
- 16bit: You can record one high quality stereo track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not available for video using 16bit sound. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
✤ Use the Wind Cut function when recording in a windy place such as on the beach, in the mountains or near buildings. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
Outdoor filming with a bright background The light source is too bright The subject is against a snowy background 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the BLC (STOP) button. The BLC indicator is displayed on the LCD screen.
A subject recorded using this function may appear to move slowly. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button.
✤ The NITE PIX function works only in REC mode. ✤ The NITE PIX enables you to record subjects in dark lighting conditions. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX button upwards.
POWER NITE PIX works with the Slow Shutter function to produce brighter recordings under extremely dark lighting conditions. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX button to upwards.
Greater exposure results in a brighter image while shorter shutter speeds make the image darker. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select the Navigation Wheel.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Using the Fade In / Out Function ✤ The Fade In / Out function works only in REC mode. ✤ You can give your recordings more professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning and fading out at the end of a sequence.
Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu ✤ The Quick Menu is only available in REC mode. ✤ Quick Menu is used to access camcorder functions by simply using the Navigation Wheel. Quick Menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording I DSE (Digital Special Effects) Provides a quick way to access the Digital Special Effects. Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the special effect for your filming. Pressing the Navigation Wheel while DSE is highlighted will toggle the DSE between OFF and the selected DSE mode.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording I SHUTTER Provides a quick way to access the SHUTTER Speed Settings. 1. Turn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( 2. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select “SHUTTER”.
✤ You can take photos using the remote control. ✤ You can search still pictures recorded on a tape (refer to page 76). 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. The STBY indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General Recording Suitable for most recording situations. 2. Downward Recording Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from above.
For instructions on connecting the AC Power Adapter and Cable to your camcorder, refer to page 27. ✤ Refer to page 145 for instructions on connecting your Camcorder to a TV set. Playback 1. Connect a power source and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.
Various Functions in PLAY modes ✤ The (PLAY/STILL), (STOP), are located both on the Camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV (Frame advance), (SLOW) buttons are located only on the Remote Control. ✤ 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.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Playback X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ✤ You can playback your recording at 2x normal speed using the X2 button on the remote control. ✤ Forward X2 Playback Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback. To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
✤ Searching the Still Images recorded on a tape works only in PLAY mode. ✤ Recorded Still Images are played back using stop- motion. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “A/V” is displayed.
✤ This function is useful for adding narration to your recordings. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing the Sound 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Move to the desired starting position of the...
The Camcorder: Playback Playing Dubbed Sound You may select the audio track to be played back. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Move to the position of recorded video that has dubbed audio track by using the (REW), (PLAY/STILL) buttons.
ENGLISH The Camcorder: Playback Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ On a tape, you can mark a point that you want to return to following playback.
✤ You cannot apply PB DSE to pictures being input from an external video source (SCD6050 only). ✤ Once you modify an image using the PB DSE function, it cannot be exported to a PC using the camcorder’s DV (IEEE 1394) connection. Votre caméscope: Lecture LECT.EFF.SPEC.
✤ The PB ZOOM function allows the user to zoom in or out on recorded image and still pictures. ✤ The Zooming Range for PLAY mode: 1.2 ~ 8.0x 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. During playback, zoom in or zoom out using the Zoom Lever.
(PLAY): Playback Mode (for still image and motion clip) Using the Memory Card ✤ MMC, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro are compatible with the SCD6050/D6040. ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages still images recorded by the camera.
Sauvegardez les photos importantes sur des supports distincts. ✤ Samsung ne saurait en aucun cas être tenu responsable de la perte de données suite à une mauvaise manipulation. ✤ Memory Stick et sont des marques déposées de Sony...
Memory Card, including protected still images/motion clips. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Preparation Number of Recordable Images/Length of Motion Clip ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format. ✤ Each file has a file name (using sequential numbers) and all files are assigned to a folder. ✤...
DCAM0001. ✤ You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions Setting the Picture Quality ✤ Set the level of picture quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions Setting the Picture Size ✤ Set the picture size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions Setting the Menu Language ✤ You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu. ✤ Menus and messages can be displayed in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
✤ A brighter LCD Monitor setting consumes more battery power. ✤ You may adjust the brightness in (CAMERA) modes. ✤ For brightness adjustment in Camcorder mode, refer to page 33. ✤ The available menu items are displayed for the selected Camera mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions Setting the Clock ✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on Time Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
✤ A separate clock setting for Camera mode is required. For further information on DATE & TIME setup for the Camcorder, refer to page 38. L’appareil photo: Fonctions Réglage de l’option INSCRIPTION <IMPRINT>...
✤ La télécommande vous permet de manipuler facilement votre appareil photo à distance. Pour paramétrer la télécommande en mode Caméscope <Camcorder>, reportez-vous à la page 40. ✤ Vous pouvez programmer une photo en utilisant le bouton RETARDATEUR AUTOMATIQUE <SELF TIMER> de la télécommande (reportez-vous à...
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ You can turn on or off the beep sound for each press of a button for Camera use. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2.
ENGLISH The Camera: Functions SUB MENU 2 MENU SUB MENU 1 Functions FILE RESET Reset the file numbering SERIES LANGUAGE ENGLISH Set the OSD language FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO FORMAT Format the memory card DARK Adjust the NORMAL brightness SETUP BRIGHT COMPUTER USB data...
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ENGLISH The Camera: Functions SUB MENU 2 MENU SUB MENU 1 Functions 2592 X 1944 Change the picture size (2592X1944: 2272 X 1704 SCD6050 only) SIZE 2048 X 1536 640X480 is 1600 X 1200 supported for MPEG (SCD6050 1024 X 768 only) and JPEG 640 X 480 modes.
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ENGLISH The Camera: Functions SUB MENU 2 MENU SUB MENU 1 Functions Stores current MYSET1 SAVE setting for quick MYSET2 recall MYSET3 Provides a quick NIGHT access to preset PORTRAIT SCENE modes CHILDREN LANDSCAPE SCENE CLOSE-UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW Sets the frame 30fps...
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ENGLISH The Camera: Functions SUB MENU 2 MENU SUB MENU 1 Functions ROTATE RIGHT(90°) Rotates the selected image LEFT(90°) UPDOWN(180°) Downsizes the 2272 X 1704 selected image 2048 X 1536 (2272X1704: SCD6050 only) RESIZE 1600 X 1200 Resize an image 1024 X 768 to “START IMAGE”...
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Taking and Viewing Your First Photo Taking Still Images: (PROGRAM) Mode 1. Insert the memory card (refer to page 83) and connect a power source (refer to page 27). 2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to select (PROGRAM) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Viewing Still Images ✤ You can playback and view still images stored on the Memory Card. ✤ Still images stored on the memory card are all displayed in the same size despite their original resolution using the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Viewing a Slide Show 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Setting the Q.View Duration ✤ After taking a picture, your camera automatically shows just taken still image shortly and then returns to recording mode after few seconds. You can set the Q.View duration using this menu. ✤...
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View 1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83). 2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 3.
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ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Deleting Recorded Pictures Using DELETE Menu 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Delayed Recording – Self Timer ✤ Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release (in order to take self-photography and various other camera uses) is available. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera ✤ You can record movies using the Preparation – Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Recording a Motion Clip onto a Memory Card ✤ You can record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. ✤ Before recording a motion clip, insert a Memory Card (refer to page 83). 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Basic Picture Taking Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG) To Playback a Recorded Motion Clip 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture or movie is displayed. 3.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus ✤ In Camera modes, the automatic focus will not engage unless the PHOTO button is pressed halfway down. ✤ To get good image quality, please verify the focus is set properly before fully depressing the PHOTO button.
Remarques ✤ Le flash ne fonctionne pas en mode CONTINUOUS SHOT <PHOTOS EN RAFALE>, AEB <PRISES DE VUE SUCCESSIVES> ou dans les modes Camcorder <Caméscope>. ✤ La batterie se décharge plus rapidement si le flash est utilisé de manière répétée.
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ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode PROGRAM Aperture Priority S. Speed Priority Manual EASYQ Pres Mode L’appareil photo: Prise de photos avancée Modes flash disponibles en mode Camera <Photo> PROGRAM <PROGRAMME> Aperture Priority <Priorité à l’ouverture>...
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus Modes ✤ Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. Auto focusing, Continuous Auto focusing, Manual focusing, and Macro focusing modes are available. ✤ Focus will be automatically set near the center of the frame. Note ✤...
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Continuous Auto Focus Mode ✤ Allows the user to focus rapidly, whereas the single auto focus gives a less rapid response but saves battery power. ✤ When Continuous Auto Focus mode is selected, [CAF] is displayed on the LCD monitor.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Macro Mode ✤ The Macro Focusing mode allows the user to take a close-up picture of a detailed subject. ✤ Your camera can focus on subjects as close as 4cm (about 1.57 inches). ✤ The Macro mode works only in (CAMERA) modes.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Exposure Exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity affects picture brightness and overall picture quality. Longer exposure, slower shutter speed and higher ISO sensitivity brighten the picture. Adjustment of these settings is available when you are using (PROGRAM), A, S, and M camera modes.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE ✤ MULTI and SPOT AE modes work only in ✤ Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain better results. ✤...
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes ✤ Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user in taking pictures under various lighting conditions. ✤ The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically adjust the aperture, shutter speed and white balance according to the lighting conditions and preset settings.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Manual Exposure Compensation ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too bright, choose a negative value for exposure compensation. ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too dark, choose a positive value for exposure compensation.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Aperture ✤ By controlling the aperture, the user may adjust the overall picture brightness. ✤ Large apertures require more lighting and soften the background details. ✤ Smaller apertures will increase the depth of field, bringing the main subject and the background into focus.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Shutter Speed ✤ By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the overall brightness of the picture. ✤ Slower shutter speeds require more lighting. Faster shutter speeds require less lighting. ✤ For fast moving subjects, a slow shutter setting will produce a motion blurring effect.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the White Balance Setting the Preset White Balance ✤ Digital Cameras capture an image using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) that takes in lighting information and detects the color. ✤ The color balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions;...
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Manual White Balance ✤ You can set the white balance in (PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes. 1. Set the White Balance Mode to following steps 1 ~ 4 on the previous page. 2.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the ISO Sensitivity ✤ Sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity, the brighter the picture is under the same exposure condition. ✤ Allowing the flash to fire will help brighten the picture. However, if other settings disable the flash use, set the ISO sensitivity to a higher level.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Using Digital Special Effects ✤ The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works only in Camera modes. ✤ Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking effects on their pictures. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing ✤ From time to time, determining the best exposure setting for a picture may be difficult and you may not have time to check the results and try again. Auto Exposure Bracketing allows the user to vary exposure compensation settings automatically over a series of photos, bracketing a selected exposure...
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images using Continuous Shot ✤ Continuous Shot allows the user to take consecutive pictures of a moving object. ✤ Continuous recording will occur while the PHOTO button is being pressed. Records pictures continuously up to the storage capacity. 1.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Setting the Sharpness ✤ This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the picture after it is shot. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SHARPNESS) is displayed.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Using the Digital Zoom ✤ A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes data from the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, Image Sensor) to enlarge the center portion of the image to fill the frame and may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Rotating a Stored Picture ✤ This function works only in the Camera ✤ This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. ✤ You can rotate a stored picture while viewing it. 1.
✤ You can select and resize a still image to appear as your new start-up image. ✤ Resizing for the START IMAGE size saves a new picture to the camcorder's internal memory, not to the memory card. ✤ Only JPEG file types can be resized. TIFF and motion clips cannot be resized.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu ✤ MySET menu works only in (CAMERA) Modes. ✤ Customize your camera to memorize frequently accessed settings for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds.
✤ After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET configuration at a later time: 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to MySET.
5. Press the OK button to save and exit the menu screen. Notes ✤ START IMAGE 1 and START IMAGE 2 are Samsung logo images and cannot be changed. ✤ START IMAGE 3 should be saved in “START IMAGE” size.
✤ Enlarge a portion of the picture to see more detail and move the zoom tool around the picture. Zooming the Picture 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode.
ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques Protecting Stored Pictures ✤ Selecting PROTECT from the MENU saves valuable images from accidental deletion. ✤ You can set or cancel the protection on your pictures in mode. ✤ You may set a picture to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection.
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ENGLISH The Camera: Advanced Techniques ✤ To Select Pictures to be Protected Select “SELECT”. 1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select “SELECT”, then press the OK button. The multiple pictures screen appears. 2. To move the cursor, use the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN or UP buttons then press the MENU button to lock the selected picture.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ✤ By connecting the camera to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations using the camera buttons. ✤...
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Selecting Images ✤ To select images, select “SELECT” menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “SELECT”. 2. Press the RIGHT button. The available options are listed: ONE PIC and ALL PICs. 3.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Customizing Print Options ✤ To customize your print options such as PAPER SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY, DATE PRINT, and FILE NAME imprint options, select the PRINTER SETUP menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “PRINTER SETUP”.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Images ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your pictures by choosing the PRINT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select “PRINT”. The available options are listed: STANDARD and INDEX.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Images Using DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Settings ✤ DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF marked image on the memory card. 1. Set the DPOF settings as described in page 142. 2. Connect your camera and the printer as described in page 137.
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Your Pictures – Using the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ✤ Mark your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize automatic printing. ✤ DPOF menu only works in (CAMERA)’s mode. ✤ You can mark your images with DPOF in 3 ways: STANDARD, INDEX and PRINT SIZE.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Index DPOF Setup 1. Press the MENU button, then select using the LEFT and RIGHT button. Submenu including “INDEX” is displayed. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select “INDEX”, then press the RIGHT button. The available options of “NO” and “YES” are displayed.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information 5. Press the OK button to set your choice and exit the multiple pictures screen. If “ALL PICs” is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button to set the print size. To exit the multiple pictures screen, press the OK button.
2. Locate the desired position on the tape using (REW) or (FF) button. 3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button of the camcorder to start playback. 4. To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button. Notes ✤ Some TV sets have LINE-IN input terminals instead of External Input terminals.
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✤ If there are no input terminals for external devices on your TV set and a VCR is connected to your TV set using a coaxial cable, you can utilize the VCR to connect your camcorder to the TV set. I To Connect to a VCR that is Connected to Your TV Set 1.
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TV DISPLAY on or off. ✤ Turning the TV DISPLAY off does not affect the video transfer to the TV. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including “VIEWER” is displayed.
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Copyright owners and against copyright laws. ✤ Insert a blank cassette for recording. ✤ Connect your camcorder to a TV set using the Multi-AV cable before recording. I To Connect to a TV set 1.
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✤ If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white plug. ✤ Set the AV IN/OUT to “OUT” after the recording is finished. ✤ Recording from an analog VCR to the camcorder is only possible when the VCR is playing back at normal speed. Divers Enregistrement vidéo à...
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✤ Insert your recorded cassette in your camcorder. ✤ Connect your camcorder to a VCR or a DVD Recorder using the Multi-AV cable before recording (refer to page 146). 1. Prepare your VCR or DVD Recorder to record from your camcorder.
Main Memory: More than 128MB of RAM IEEE 1394 Add-on Card or built-in IEEE1394 port Notes ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly. ✤ Operation is not guaranteed for all computer environments recommended above.
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3. Connectez l’autre extrémité du câble DV au port DV de l’ordinateur. Le témoin DV <DV> s’affiche sur l’écran LCD. I Opnemen via een DV-verbinding 1. Start de software voor vastlegging van video en stel uw camcorder in als ingangsbron. Zie voor meer informatie over het selecteren van een ingangsbron de documentatie van de leverancier van de software.
Photo Editor, MS Formatter, Acrobat Reader, Q.Time Player Notes ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly. ✤ DSC supports high-speed USB 2.0 and the DVC supports USB 1.1 data transfer.
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ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information ✤ DVC Media Software CD includes the driver and software for connecting and utilizing Samsung DVC Camera to the PC. ✤ During the use of PC, if the program is deleted or error message comes out, you can reinstall it with this CD.
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✤ USB Streaming transfers video in MPEG4 format and it requires DVC Media 5.1, DirectX 9.0a, Windows Media Player 9.0. ✤ If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer will stop and the data may be damaged.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ✤ For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully. After Using Your Camcorder For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps. Remove the cassette (refer to page 47). Turn your camcorder off.
Notes ✤ 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 Authorised Service Center. ✤ Do not use wet-type cleaning cassettes.
✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items: Power Sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter where the power input range is 100V ~ 240V, 50/60Hz.
PROTECTION ! 1. Eject the cassette tape. <PROTECTION!> 2. Set to off 3. Detach the battery. D, L, C, R 4. Restart the camcorder If problem continues, contact your local service representative. See page 11 Insert a memory card Change to a new memory...
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NON FORMATE! using the camera menu <NOT FORMATTED!> ✤ Si ces instructions n’apportent aucune solution à votre problème, contactez votre revendeur Samsung le plus proche ou un technicien qualifié. Measure Symptôme Il n’y a pas Connect the AC adapter properly, d’alimentation...
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ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Color balance of picture White balance adjustment is not natural is required Digital zoom does not Digital special effect is work applied Files stored in the Memory card is protected memory card cannot be File is protected deleted Ambient is too bright Images on the LCD...
ENGLISH Specifications Specifications Model Name SCD6050/D6040 Camcorder System Video Signal NTSC Video Recording System 2 Rotary heads, Helical Scanning System Audio Recording System Rotary heads, PCM system Usable Cassette Digital Video tape: 6.35mm MiniDV cassette Tape Speed SP: approx. 18.81mm/s, LP: approx. 12.56mm/s...
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ENGLISH Specifications Lens CAMCORDER Optical Zoom Ratio 900x Digital Zoom Ratio Focal Length (f) 2.7 ~ 27mm F. No (Wide / Tele) 1.4 / 1.8 Variable 4 step Zooming Speed Filter Diameter 0 Lux Recording NITE PIX/Power NITE PIX Macro...
All warranty repairs must be performed by a SECA authorized service center. (The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800-SAMSUNG) Labor 1 year carry-in Parts...
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ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page United States http://www.samsungusa.com United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk France http://www.samsung.fr Australia http://www.samsung.com/au Germany http://www.samsung.de Sweden http://www.samsung.se Poland http://www.samsung.com/pl Canada http://www.samsungcanada.com Panama http://www.samsung-panama.com Italia http://www.samsung.it Spain http://www.samsung.es CE CAMESCOPE EST FABRIQUE PAR: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’...