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Samsung VP-D107I Owner's Instruction Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D107(i)
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder VP-D107(i) Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ... 6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ... 11 Features ... 11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ... 12 Front & Left View ... 13 Left side View ... 14 Right & Top View ... 15 Rear &...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Connecting to a DV device ... 80 Connecting to a PC ... 80 System requirements ... 81 Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D107i only) ... 81 USB interface ... 82 Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ... 82 System Requirements ...
  • Page 5 Contents Image Format ... 87 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ... 87 MEMORY FILE NUMBER ... 88 Selecting the image quality ... 89 Select the image quality ... 89 Number of images on the Memory Card ... 89 Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode ... 90 Recording images to a Memory Card ...

  • Page 6: 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 7 - 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 8 - 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 9 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 10 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 display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to ON.

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. • 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 12: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 4.

  • Page 13: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor 4. Video Light 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor 4. Video Light 5. Viewfinder 6. TFT LCD monitor 7. IR(Infrared) Light 5.

  • Page 14: Left Side View

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

  • Page 15: Right & Top View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. Focus adjustment knob 3. PHOTO button 4. START/STOP button 5. Power switch 1. Zoom lever 2. Focus adjustment knob 3. PHOTO button (see page 67) 4. START/STOP button 5.

  • Page 16: Rear & Bottom View

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

  • Page 17: Remote Control

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 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 76) 5.

  • Page 18: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera And Player Modes)

    23. DIS (see page 49) 24. Volume control (see page 35) 25. Audio playback channel 26. DV IN(DV data transfer mode) (VP-D107i only) (see page 81) 27. DEW (see page 7) 28. Message Line 29. PB DSE (see page 77) 30.

  • Page 19: 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 87) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMORY CARD) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E.

  • Page 20: 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 LCD.

  • Page 21: 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 will display “---” when you set the DATE/TIME to When this occurs, replace with the lithium battery of CR2025 type.

  • Page 22: 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. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand.

  • Page 23: 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 Card position.

  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: 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 tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open the cassette door.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Selecting The Osd Language

    Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Iitalian, Polish and Dutch. ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2.

  • Page 30: 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 31: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    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. (see page 22) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Lcd

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 3.5 inch colour 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 33: Using The Viewfinder

    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 COLOUR ADJUST. You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 35.

  • Page 34: 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 72) Various functions are available in playback mode. (see page 74) (STOP) button.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    If a cable is connected to the AV jack, you can hear sound from the speaker when AV IN/OUT MODE on MENU is set to AV IN. (VP-D107i only) You can hear sound from speaker by removing the connected cable from the AV jack.

  • Page 36: Advanced Recording

    Minimizing wind noise WIND CUT Selecting Digital Special Effect during the PB DSE playback ( G ) AV IN/OUT Selecting Analog A/V in or out This Function works on model VP-D107i only. FUNCTIONS CAMERA PLAYER ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔...

  • Page 37: Set The Camcorder To Camera Or Player Mode And M.rec Or M.play Mode

    Setting the Date and Time TV DISPLAY Selecting OSD on/off of TV 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. Use the MENU DIAL and press the ENTER button on the left side panel to select and activate the item.

  • Page 38: 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 SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects NIGHT CAPTURE O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You cannot change the requested mode. : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

  • Page 39: 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.

  • Page 40: Wl. Remote

    WL. REMOTE ✤ The WL.REMOTE function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE 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 41: Beep Sound (Vp-D107I Only)

    Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND (VP-D107i only) ✤ 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.

  • Page 42: Shutter Sound (Vp-D107I Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND (VP-D107i only) ✤ 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 Card.

  • Page 43: 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 44: Program Ae

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA 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. I AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background.

  • Page 45: 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 46: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience. - In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant colour. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 47: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    Advanced Recording 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 48: Digital Zoom

    ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 49) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.

  • Page 49: Dis (Digital 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 50: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA 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. ✤...

  • Page 51: 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 52: Rec Mode

    Advanced Recording G REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D107i only) 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 53: Audio Mode

    Advanced Recording G AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D107i only) 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 54: 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 55: Date/Time

    Advanced Recording G 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.

  • Page 56: Tv Display

    OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder 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 57: Using Quick Menu

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

  • Page 58: Setting The Quick Menu

    - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next page. 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 59: 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 NIGHT CAPTURE to ON, or change to the EASY, SLOW SHUTTER modes.

  • Page 60: Slow Shutter(Low Shutter Speed)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 61: 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 62: Af/Mf (Auto Focus/Manual Focus)

    Manual Focusing ✤ In the following situations, 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 63: 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 64: Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording 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. To Start Recording 1.

  • Page 65: Audio Dubbing

    When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, you must connect the AUDIO/VIDEO cable to the audio system from which you wish to record. (VP-D107i only) You cannot dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP mode or 16 bit mode.

  • Page 66: 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 67: 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 68: Night Capture (0 Lux Recording)

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

  • Page 69: Power Night Capture

    NIGHT CAPTURE switch is turned on. ✤ When you work in POWER NIGHT CAPTURE mode, POWER NIGHT CAPTURE icon appears on the LCD continuously. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn on the NIGHT CAPTURE switch, and then press the SLOW SHUTTER button.

  • Page 70: Using The Video Light

    The light is turned off automatically during ejecting or inserting. Even if the battery indicator does not blink when the battery pack's charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the light, or when you start recording with the light turned on.

  • Page 71: 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 72: Playback

    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. If you connect the cable to the AV Jack, you will not hear sound from the Camcorder's speakers. Video input-Yellow...

  • Page 73: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    Playback Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. The yellow plug : Video...

  • Page 74: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ✤ 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 75: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

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

  • Page 76: Zero Memory

    ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The ZERO 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 before the recording or during playback at the point you wish to return.

  • Page 77: Pb Dse (Playback Digital Special Effects)

    ✤ 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. 2. Press the MENU button and turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V.

  • Page 78: Pb Zoom

    6. To cancel the PB ZOOM function, press the PB ZOOM or STOP button. Notes You cannot apply the PB ZOOM function to pictures which are being input from an external video source. The PB ZOOM image cannot be imported to your PC from the camcorder’s DV jack. PB ZOOM MACRO VOL/MF...

  • Page 79: Recording In Player Mode (Vp-D107I Only)

    When you record the images being played back on analog VCR, if they are not being played back in normal speed, (for example, more than double speed or slow playback), only gray image appears on the camcorder. If you want to see the camcorder picture with a TV set AV IN/OUT menu to OUT. ENGLISH...

  • 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

    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. Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommanded computer environments mentioned above.

  • Page 82: Usb Interface

    ✤ 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, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a) supplied with the camcorder. System Requirements ®...

  • 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. 98SE OS.

  • Page 84: Using The "Removable Disk" Function

    1. Set the mode switch to memory, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 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 85: Digital Still Camera Mode

    Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MPEG4 movie ✤ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movie Single Slide show (still images only) ✤...

  • 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 Memory Card position to use this camcorder as Digital Still Camera. M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode) 1.

  • Page 88: Memory File Number

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY FILE NUMBER ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored in 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. RESET - When there are no files stored in the Memory Card: The file numbering starts from 0001 - When there are files stored in the Memory Card: File numbering will continue after the last file's number...

  • 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 Card. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3.

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

    1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA. 3. Press the PHOTO button. The still image is recorded to the Memory Card. While the camcorder is recording the still image, “ ” appears on the screen. TAPE MEMORY...

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

    2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 3. Play back the cassette. 4. Press the PHOTO button. The still image is recorded to the Memory Card. While the camcorder is recording the still image, “ ” appears on the screen. ENGLISH TAPE...

  • Page 92: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ 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 display : To view 6 images at once.

  • Page 93: To View The Multi Display

    Digital Still Camera mode 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 DISP. button. A selection mark ( ) appears under the image.

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

    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 Card. 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 Card 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 Card. 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 Card. ✤ 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 Card

    ✤ The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Card 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: Mpeg Recording

    ✤ You can record the moving picture images with audio on the Memory Card. Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto Memory Card 1. Check whether Memory Card is inserted into the camcorder. If it is not in the camcorder, insert it onto the slot.

  • Page 100: Selecting The Moving Picture Sizes

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the moving picture sizes 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card position. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY. 5.

  • Page 101: Mpeg Playback

    If sharp G.726 Audio Codec is not properly installed on your PC, it could not play Audio in the MPEG4 file. The moving picture images that you recorded in the Memory Card might not be allowed to play by the camcorder of another brands.

  • 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. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

  • Page 103: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    Maintenance 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.

  • 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

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

    Release the write protect tab on the Memory Card. Cancel the protect of image. Format a Memory Card or insert Memory Card recorded on this camcorder. Format a Memory Card or change to a new Memory Card. Format a Memory Card. (see page 98) Wait until Delete has been finished.
  • Page 107 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on. START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Video output 1Vp-p (75Ω terminated) S-video output Y: 1Vp-p, 75Ω, C: 0. 286Vp-p, 75Ω Audio output -7.5dBs (600Ω terminated) DV input/output VP-D107i: 4pin special in/out connector, VP-D107: out only USB output Mini-B type connector External mic Ø3.5 stereo General Power source DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V...

  • Page 109: Index

    INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 AF/MF ... 62 Audio dubbing ... 65 AUDIO MODE ... 53 AV IN/OUT ... 79 - B - Battery Pack ... 24 BEEP SOUND ... 41 BLC ... 63 - C - Cassette ... 27 Cleaning ...

  • Page 110: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
  • Page 111 2. Samsung’s obligations are limited to the repair or, at its discretion, replacement of the product or the defective part. 3. Warranty repairs must be carried out by Authorised Samsung Dealers or Authorised Service Centres.
  • Page 112 SAMSUNG SAMSUNG service, service FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E. service SAMSUNG (GREECE) SAMSUNG service service SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG Iaser CD DVD...
  • Page 113 FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E. service SAMSUNG,...
  • Page 114 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page AD68-00762F United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk...

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