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Samsung SCD86/D87 Owner's Instruction Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder
SCD86/D87
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.
US PATENT 4415844
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder SCD86/D87 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. US PATENT 4415844 ENGLISH ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 2: Notices And Safety Instructions

    8. ACCESSORIES: Do not place this CAMCORDER on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The CAMCORDER may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit.
  • Page 3 9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
  • Page 4 CAMCORDER to its normal operation. e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
  • Page 5 Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ... 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ... 11 Features ... 11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ... 12 Basic Accessories ... 12 Front & Left View ... 13 Left side View ... 14 Right & Top View ... 15 Rear &...
  • Page 7 Advanced Recording ... 35 Use of various Functions ... 35 Setting menu items ... 35 Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode ... 35 Availability of functions in each mode ... 36 CLOCK SET ... 37 REMOCON ...
  • Page 8 ENGLISH Contents To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ... 64 Audio dubbing ... 65 Dubbing sound... 65 Dubbed Audio Playback ... 66 PHOTO Image Recording ... 67 Searching for a PHOTO picture ... 67 NITE PIX (0 lux recording)...68 Various Recording Techniques ...
  • Page 9 Formatting the Memory Stick ... 94 Attention ... 94 Maintenance ... 95 After finishing a recording ... 95 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ... 96 Cleaning the VIEWFINDER ... 96 Cleaning the Video Heads ... 96 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ... 97 Power sources ...

  • 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 - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
  • 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 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation. 3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will flash for about five seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA.

  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and 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 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable 5.

  • Page 17: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Smart Shoe 2. Lens 3. Internal MIC 4. IR light 5. Remote Sensor 1. Smart Shoe (SCD87 only) Accessory Shoe (SCD86 only) 2. Lens 3. Internal MIC 4. IR (Infrared) light 5.

  • Page 18: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons S.SHOW DELETE REC SEARCH FADE DISPLAY 2. Speaker 3. DV IN/OUT 1. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA : (REW) REC SEARCH – : (FF) REC SEARCH + : (PLAY/STILL)

  • Page 19: Right & Top View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. Power switch button 4. START/STOP 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button (see page 67) 3. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 4. START/STOP button 5. Hook for handstrap 6.

  • Page 20: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 3. Lithium battery cover 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 3. Lithium battery cover 4. Tripod receptacle 5. TAPE EJECT 6.

  • Page 21: Remote Control

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 13. A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74) 5.

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

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Custom or Easy mode (see pages 60, 61) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48) 4. Program AE (see page 42) 5.

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

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) A. Folder number-file number (see page 84) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. C. CARD (memory) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E.

  • Page 24: Preparation

    When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the viewfinder.

  • Page 25: Lithium Battery Installation

    The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes for about 5 seconds when you set the power switch to CAMERA.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Hand Strap

    The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder around in complete safety. 1. Insert the end of strap into the Shoulder Strap hook on the camcorder. Insert the other end of strap into ring inside hand strap. 2. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length of the strap and then pull it tight in the buckle.

  • Page 27: Connecting A Power Source

    To select the CAMCORDER mode 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 STICK position.

  • Page 28: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack and the AC Power adapter from the camcorder. Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left connected to the camcorder. Notes The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.

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

    Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.

  • Page 30: Battery Level Display

    77°F(25°C). As the environmental temperature and conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording times given in these instructions.

  • Page 31: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open the cassette door.

  • 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 and hook it onto the hand strap.

  • Page 33: Record Search (Rec Rearch)

    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 34: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1.

  • Page 35: 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 which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ;...

  • Page 36: Using The Viewfinder

    ENGLISH Basic Recording 8. Press the ENTER button again. You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and press the ENTER button to save the setting. Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST. You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35.

  • Page 37: 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 70) Various functions are available in playback mode. (see page 72) (STOP) button.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode. - Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the camcorder. 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.

  • Page 39: Advanced Recording

    LCD ADJUST DATE/TIME TV DISPLAY Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode 1. Press the MENU button. The MENU OSD is displayed. The cursor ( 2. Using the MENU DIAL and press the ENTER button on the left side panel, select and activate the item.

  • Page 40: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating D.ZOOM Mode D.ZOOM PHOTO Digital Special Effects NITE PIX O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. : You can not change the requested mode. : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

  • Page 41: Clock Set

    Advanced Recording CLOCK SET CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button. 3.

  • Page 42: Remocon

    Advanced Recording REMOCON THE REMOCON function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 43: Beep Sound

    Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value. 1.

  • Page 44: Shutter Sound

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working. Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.

  • 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

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only. The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of field. AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background.

  • Page 47: Setting The Program Ae

    Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 5.

  • Page 48: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    INDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience. OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 49: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM Zoom works in CAMERA/M.REC mode only. Zooming In and Out Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.

  • Page 50: Digital Zoom

    We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or M.REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 51: Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    Recording a small object close-up Recording and walking at the same time Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL highlight to CAMERA and press the ENTER button.

  • Page 52: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT The DSE function works in CAMERA and M.REC mode only. 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. There are 9 DSE modes.

  • Page 53: Selecting An Effect

    Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu.

  • Page 54: Flash Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording FLASH SELECT (SCD87 only) The Flash Select function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only, when the Flash Light (not supplied) is connected to SmartShoe. 1. Install the Flash Light (optional accessory) on SmartShoe. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 55: Custom.q

    Advanced Recording CUSTOM.Q You can customize settings and save them for future use. The CUSTOM.Q function operates in the CAMERA and M.REC mode. If you want to use the CUSTOM.Q function (see page 61) correctly, set the status of each item as desired before using the CUSTOM.Q function.

  • Page 56: Rec Mode

    The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.

  • Page 57: Audio Mode

    AUDIO MODE The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. This camcorder records sound in two ways. (12bit, 16bit) 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track.

  • Page 58: Wind Cut

    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. 2. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 59: Date/Time

    Advanced Recording DATE/TIME The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and press the ENTER button. 3.

  • Page 60: Tv Display

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

  • Page 61: Using Quick Menu

    Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu Quick menu is available only in CAMERA mode. Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. DATE/TIME - Each time you select DATE/TIME and press the ENTER button, it will be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF(See page 55).

  • Page 62: Setting The Quick Menu

    - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next chapter. Setting the Quick menu 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to select a function you want and then press the ENTER button to change the values.

  • Page 63: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAMERA mode. SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 64: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    - If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off. The EASY mode settings are deleted when the battery pack is uninstalled from the camcorder and therefore, they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

  • Page 65: Custom Mode

    3. Press START/STOP to start recording. Recording will begin using the CUSTOM settings. 4. To switch CUSTOM mode off, press the CUSTOM button again. The camcorder will revert to the settings that were set prior to custom mode being selected. Note The CUSTOM mode settings are deleted when a battery pack is uninstalled and therefore they must be reset when a battery pack has been replaced.

  • Page 66: Mf/Af (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

    Manual Focusing In the following cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.

  • Page 67: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

    Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) BLC works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is in front of a window. The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background;...

  • Page 68: Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out The FADE function works in CAMERA, M.REC mode only. You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1.

  • Page 69: Audio Dubbing

    MIC input jack on the camcorder. When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, connect the AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the camcorder by inserting the cable jack into the A/V in/out terminal at the left side of the camcorder.

  • Page 70: Dubbed Audio Playback

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5.

  • Page 71: Photo Image Recording

    2. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. 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, M.PLAY mode only.

  • Page 72: Nite Pix (0 Lux Recording)

    The NITE PIX function works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA or M.REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. (NITE PIX indicator) appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 73: Various Recording Techniques

    In some 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. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording.

  • Page 74: Playback

    Playback on a TV monitor To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system. We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks 1.

  • Page 75: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically. Notes It is best to decrease the volume of the built-in speaker when your camcorder is connected to the TV. The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically.

  • Page 76: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FWD, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control 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 77: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

    Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the Forward frame advance Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in Still mode. Reverse frame advance ( _ ) the button on the remote control to change the direction in Press...

  • Page 78: Zero Memory

    ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. 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 during playback or recording at the point you wish to return to. The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to zero memory with the M 0:00:00(Zero memory indicator) If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.

  • Page 79: Recording In Player Mode

    If you want to record from the connected VCR, insert a recorded VHS tape into the VCR. 5. Press the START/STOP button to set the camcorder to REC PAUSE mode. “PAUSE” and picture appear on the LCD monitor. 6. Select the TV program or playback the VHS tape.

  • Page 80: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.

  • Page 81: System Requirements

    If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the START/STOP button again. 6. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button. Note When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven, however recorded pictures will not be affected. ENGLISH...

  • Page 82: Usb Interface

    You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder. System Requirements ®...

  • Page 83: Installing Dvc Media 4.0 Program

    USB interface Installing DVC Media 4.0 Program Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. This explanation is based on Windows Program installation 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 84 ENGLISH USB interface Install the USB Software (DVC media 4.0 4. Repeat steps 1~3. 5. When you see the Start window, click “DVC media 4.0 6. Select a language and click “OK”. 7. When the dialog box appears, click the “NEXT” button. 8.

  • Page 85: Connecting To A Pc

    2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) Notes If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged.

  • Page 86: Digital Still Camera Mode

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions Recording still images Viewing still images Single Slide show Multi screen Protecting images against accidental erasure Deleting images recorded on a card Print marking still images Formatting a card Notes...

  • Page 87: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Stick

    Do not bend the Card. After pulling the card out from the camcorder, please keep the Memory Stick 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 88: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Stick

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

  • Page 89: Selecting The Image Quality

    Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the image quality You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3.

  • Page 90: Recording Still Images To A Memory Stick

    If you do not wish to record, release the button and wait for more than 2 seconds. 4. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick. While the camcorder is recording the the still image, “ ” appears on the screen. CAMERA...

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

    If you do not wish to record, release the button and wait for more than 2 seconds. 5. Release the PHOTO button and press the PHOTO button again in 2 seconds. The still image is recorded to the Memory Stick. While the camcorder is recording the the still image, “ ” appears on the screen. ENGLISH...

  • Page 92: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick. There are 3 ways to view recorded images. Single : To view an image frame by frame. Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. Multi screen : To view six recorded images at a time.

  • Page 93: To View The Multi Screen

    Digital Still Camera mode To view the Multi Screen 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the PHOTO button. A selection mark ( ) appears under the image.

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

    4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PHOTO COPY and press the ENTER button. All still images that recorded on a cassette will be copied to a Memory Stick. 5. The camcorder automatically performs the photo search to find still images and copying starts. 6. Press (STOP) button to stop copying.

  • Page 95: Marking Images For Printing

    Digital Still Camera mode Marking images for printing This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF. There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK.

  • Page 96: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER. The last recorded image appears.

  • Page 97: Deleting Still Images

    Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Stick. If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1.

  • Page 98: Formatting The Memory Stick

    You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Stick, including protected images. The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial states. The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already. Attention If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT function, all images will be erased completely and erased images cannot be recovered.

  • Page 99: 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. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

  • Page 100: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the VIEWFINDER Releasing the eyecup 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER out and lift it up. 2. Turn the two screws counter-clockwise and pull the EYECUP out. 3. Clean the EYECUP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and cotton swab or a blower.

  • Page 101: 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 102: Troubleshooting

    Moisture Condensation 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 103: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode

    Memory Stick. Cancel the protect of image. Format a Memory Stick or insert Memory Stick recorded on this camcorder. Format a Memory Stick or change to a new Memory Stick. Format a Memory Stick. Wait until the end of deleting.
  • Page 104 ENGLISH Troubleshooting If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centrer. 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 CAM.

  • Page 105: Specifications

    Specifications Model name: SCD86/D87 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 width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.81mm/s Tape recording time...

  • Page 106: Index

    ENGLISH INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 Audio dubbing ... 65 AUDIO MODE ... 53 - B - Battery Pack ... 24 BEEP ... 39 BLC ... 63 - C - Cassette ... 27 Cleaning ... 96 CLOCK SET ... 37 Connecting ...

  • Page 107: Warranty

    Warranty 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 108 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 AD68-00516B http://www.samsungusa.com...

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