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Samsung VP-DC161W(i) Owner's Instruction Book

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ENGLISH

DVD Camcorder

VP- DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/
DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(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.
Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating,
fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems
occurring due to using unapproved batteries.
DVD-Camcorder
VP- DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/
DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)
AF
CCD
LCD
Bedienungsanleitung
Bitte lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung vor
Inbetriebnahme des Camcorders sorgfältig durch,
und bewahren Sie sie für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
Verwenden Sie ausschließlich die für dieses
Gerät vorgesehenen Akkus. Andernfalls
besteht Überhitzungs-, Feuer- und
Explosionsgefahr.
Die Garantie von Samsung deckt keine
Schäden, die auf die Verwendung von
ungeeignetem Zubehör zurückzuführen sind.
DVD+ReWritable
DVD+R DL
DEUTSCH
Autofokus
CCD-Bildsensor
LCD-Anzeige
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Vorgaben
der folgenden Richtlinien: 89/336 EWG,
73/23 EWG, 93/68 EWG.
AD68-00993R

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  • Page 1: Dvd Camcorder

    Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries. DVD-Camcorder VP- DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/ DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) Autofokus...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder ... 9 Features ... 9 Usable Discs ... 10 Disc Type Description ...11 How to use the DVD Camcorder easily ... 12 Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder ... 13 Front & Left View ... 14 Left Side View ... 15 Right &...
  • Page 3 Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide) ... 59 Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ... 60 Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ... 61 DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist ... 62 ...62 What is the Thumbnail Index? What’s a Playlist? ...
  • Page 4 Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) ... 76 Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) ... 77 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager ... 79 Disc Information (Disc Info) ... 79 Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) ... 80 Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) ...
  • Page 5 Disconnecting the USB Cable ...113 Using the PC Camera Function ...114 Using the USB Streaming Function ...115 Using the removable Disk Function ...115 Maintenance ...116 Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad ...116 Troubleshooting ...117 Troubleshooting ...117 Setting menu items ... 122 Specifications ... 124 Index ...

  • Page 6: Notes And Safety Instructions

    LCD Screen. These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. 3. Do not pick up the DVD Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder, LCD Screen or Battery Pack. 4. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it.
  • Page 7 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling Take care not to touch the recording side (the  rainbow coloured side) of the disc with fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly. Use a soft cloth to clean the disc.
  • Page 8 Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. 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. Servicing & Replacement Parts Do not attempt to service this DVD Camcorder yourself.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Dvd Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Features DVD Disc Camcorder  DVD-VIDEO recoding with 8cm DVD-RW/+RW/DVD-R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs. High Power Zoom Lens  Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 33x Zoom Lens. USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer ...

  • Page 10: Usable Discs

    - DVD-RAM - DVD-R (Dual Layer) Diskette, MO, MD, iD, LD  Hinweise Samsung haftet nicht für Datenverlust auf einer Disk.  Disks, die auf einem PC oder DVD-Rekorder aufgenommen wurden,  können möglicherweise nicht abgespielt werden. In diesem Fall erscheint die Anzeige Diskproblem! auf dem Display.

  • Page 11: Disc Type Description

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Disc Type Description DVD-R DVD+R DL Disc Type (8cm) (8cm) Mode – – Capacity 1.4G 2.6G Formatting a new disc  page 41 Auto Auto Recording page 43 Rewrite Playback on other DVD Players ...

  • Page 12: How To Use The Dvd Camcorder Easily

    Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder How to use the DVD Camcorder easily You can record any desired image and edit and playback the disc on a DVD Camcorder, most DVD players, and PCs after finalising the disc. Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting page 41...

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied With The Dvd Camcorder

    5. Lithium Batteries (CR2025) 6. Remote Control 8. Software CD 9. Lens Cover 11. 8cm DVD-RW Disc 12. Carrying Case Hinweis Teile und Zubehör sind bei Ihrem Samsung-Fachhändler erhältlich. DEUTSCH Standardzubehör 1. Lithium-Ionen-Akku (SB-LSM80) 2. Netzteil (Typ AA-E9) 3. Multi-AV-Kabel 4.

  • Page 14: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Front & Left View 1. ACCESS Indicator 2. OPEN Switch 3. Lens 4. LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 5. Remote Sensor (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 6. Internal MIC ACCESS Indicator page 40 OPEN Switch page 40 Lens LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 49...

  • Page 15: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Left Side View 1. MENU Button 2. DISPLAY Button 3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Built-In Speaker 5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. button 6. C.NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 6. COLOR NITE (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only) 1. MENU Button 8.

  • Page 16: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Right & Top View 1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Focus Adjustment Knob 3. Viewfinder 4. External MIC Jack 5. Power Switch 6. Start/Stop Button PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 103 Focus Adjustment Knob page 38 Viewfinder...

  • Page 17: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Lithium Battery Cover Lithium Battery Cover Usable Memory Cards (VP-DC163(i)DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Tripod Receptacle MULTI CARD SLOT (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/ DC165WB(i) only) Battery Release switch Hand Strap Hook Überblick über Ihren DVD-Camcorder Ansicht: Rückseite und Unterseite...

  • Page 18: Remote Control (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 1. START/STOP 2. DISPLAY 3. /(Skip) 4.  (Stop) 5.   (Play/Still) 6. MENU 7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK START/STOP DISPLAY page 29 /(Skip)  (Stop)  (Play/Still)

  • Page 19: Preparation

    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 DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. Press the [Zoom] lever and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.

  • Page 20: Lithium Battery Installation

    1. The Lithium Battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery Pack or AC Power adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium Battery for the DVD Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

  • Page 21: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH <Charging indicator>...
  • Page 22 Die Länge der verfügbaren Aufnahmezeit hängt von folgenden Faktoren ab: Typ und Kapazität des verwendeten Akkus Umgebungstemperatur Wie häufig Sie die Zoomfunktion verwenden Art des Einsatzes (ob als Camcorder oder Kamera, mit oder ohne Display usw.) Es wird empfohlen, einen weiteren Akku bereitzuhalten. DEUTSCH...

  • Page 23: Battery Level Display

    20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used (red) e. Completely used (Blinking) (The DVD Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.) The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level ‘d’ and ‘e’.

  • Page 24: Maintaining The Battery Pack

    When replacing the battery pack, only use the same type as is  supplied with this camcorder and is available from your SAMSUNG retailer. When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Power Source

    3. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack of the DVD Camcorder. 4. Set the DVD Camcorder to each mode by holding down the Green Tab on the [Power] switch and turning it to [On] or [Off]. Vorbereitung Stromversorgung herstellen ...

  • Page 26: About The Operating Modes

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH...

  • Page 27: Using The Quick Menu

    ENGLISH STBY 0:00:00 - RW 30 min Program AE White Balance Outdoor Digital Effect Shutter Exposure Q.MENU Exit STBY 30 min <When the White Balance option in Camera mode was selected.> DEUTSCH...

  • Page 28: Osd (On Screen Display) In Camera Mode/Player Mode

    AV IN page 85  (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/ DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only) Playback Speed page 64 Notes Functions not marked with  will be retained when the DVD Camcorder is  powered on after turning it off. OSD (On Screen Display) items shown here are based on model VP-DC163.

  • Page 29: Osd (On Screen Display) In M.cam Mode/M.player Mode (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Photo Quality OSD in M.Cam Mode page 92 CARD (Memory Card) Indicator Image Counter (Total number of recordable photo images) No memory card! Slide Show page 96 Erase Protection Indicator 12:00 01.JAN.2006 page 97...

  • Page 30: Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Clock (Clock Set)  Clock setup works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26  The date/time is automatically recorded onto a disc. Before recording, please set the date/time. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or...

  • Page 31: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    7. Um das Menü zu verlassen, drücken Sie die Hinweis Wenn Sie für die Funktion Fernbedienung die Option Aus gewählt haben und versuchen, den Camcorder mit der Fernbedienung zu steuern, blinkt das Symbol für die Fernbedienung ( und wird wieder ausgeblendet.

  • Page 32: Setting The Beep Sound (Beep Sound)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)  The Beep Sound function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/ M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26  You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

  • Page 33: Setting The Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)  The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26  You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button the Shutter will sound.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Osd Language (Language)

    ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language (Language)  The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/ M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26  You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1.

  • Page 35: Viewing The Demonstration (Demonstration)

     Before you begin: Make sure that there is no disc inserted in the DVD Camcorder. page 40  Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your DVD Camcorder so that you may use them more easily.  The Demonstration operates repeatedly until it is switched off.

  • Page 36: Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

     Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/ M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26  Your DVD Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (VP-DC161(i)/ DC163(i) only) / 2.7 inch wide (VP-DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.

  • Page 37: Displaying The Date/Time (Date/Time)

    - During playback of a blank section of a disc. - Wenn die Disk vor Einstellung von Datum/Uhrzeit am DVD- Camcorder aufgenommen wurde. - Wenn die Lithiumbatterie zu schwach oder leer ist. Stellen Sie Datum und Uhrzeit ein, bevor Sie die Funktion Datum/ ...

  • Page 38: Dvd Camcorder: Before Recording

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Using the Viewfinder  In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images.

  • Page 39: Various Recording Techniques

    Sie blicken von vorne (von der Objektivseite aus) auf das Display. 5. Aufnahme mit Sucher Für manche Aufnahmen ist das Display ungeeignet. Verwenden Sie für diese Aufnahmen den Sucher. Hinweis Gewaltsames Drehen am Display kann das Drehgelenk beschädigen, das Display und DVD-Camcorder verbindet. DEUTSCH...

  • Page 40: Inserting And Removing A Disc

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH...
  • Page 41 Differences able to play the disc on most DVD Players/Recorders. between VR (VR Mode) : You can edit the disc on a DVD Camcorder, but Video and VR playback is only possible on a DVD Recorder that supports VR mode mode.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Record Mode (Rec Mode)

     The Record Mode function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26  This DVD Camcorder can film in the XP (extra play), the SP (standard play) and the LP (long play) modes. The SP mode is set as the factory default.

  • Page 43: Dvd Camcorder: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH...

  • Page 44: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Easy.q Mode)

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH STBY 30 min...

  • Page 45: Using External Microphone

    DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Camcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Zooming In and Out  The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode.

  • Page 46: Using The Fade In And Out (Fade)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out (FADE)  The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence.

  • Page 47: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH STBY 30 min...

  • Page 48: Using The Color Nite

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only) (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) STBY Color N.1/25...

  • Page 49: Using The Led Light (Vp-Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    Do not touch it while in operation or soon after  turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. Do not place the DVD Camcorder into the carrying  case immediately after using the LED LIGHT, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

  • Page 50: Dvd Camcorder: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH Camera Mode ►Record Rec Mode ►SP Wind Cut ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Record Rec Mode Wind Cut Move Select MENU Exit STBY - RW 30 min DEUTSCH...

  • Page 51: Setting The Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)

    first. The image may not seem as smooth when a high Shutter Speed is set.  The DVD Camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings  when you change to the EASY.Q mode. When recording with a Shutter Speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun ...

  • Page 52: Auto Focus / Manual Focus

    ENGLISH STBY 30 min DEUTSCH...

  • Page 53: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH STBY...
  • Page 54 ENGLISH Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE Auto White Balance Sports Digital Effect Portrait 16:9 Wide Spotlight Sand/Snow Digital Zoom High Speed Move...

  • Page 55: Setting The White Balance (White Balance)

    ENGLISH Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off MENU Move Select Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Auto Digital Effect Indoor 16:9 Wide Outdoor Custom WB Digital Zoom Move Select...
  • Page 56 ENGLISH Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Auto Digital Effect Indoor 16:9 Wide Outdoor Custom WB Digital Zoom Move Select MENU Exit STBY 30 min DEUTSCH...

  • Page 57: Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)  The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.  Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
  • Page 58 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

  • Page 59: Setting The 16:9 Wide Mode (16:9 Wide)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide)  The 16:9 Wide function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV.  16:9 Wide is the default setting for models VP-DC161W(i)/ DC161WB(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) models.

  • Page 60: Setting The Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)

     The DIS function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD Camcorder (within reasonable limits).  It provides more stable pictures when: Recording with the zoom (If the DIS is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.)

  • Page 61: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)

    ENGLISH Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE ►Auto White Balance ►Auto Digital Effect ►Off 16:9 Wide ►Off ►Off Digital Zoom ►Off Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 100x 16:9 Wide 200x 400x Digital Zoom 1200x Move Select...

  • Page 62: Dvd Camcorder: Thumbnail Index And Playlist

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist What is the Thumbnail Index?  The thumbnail index displays multiple titles scenes that have been recorded.  A title scene is created between the points where you start and stop a recording.

  • Page 63: Dvd Camcorder

    If the TFT LCD screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfi nder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) page 64 1. Insert the disc you want to view.

  • Page 64: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH...
  • Page 65 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Forward Slow Playback Press the [|  ] button on the remote control  during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the [  ] button. DVD-Camcorder Zeitlupenwiedergabe (Nur VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)) Zeitlupenwiedergabe vorwärts ...

  • Page 66: Zooming During Playback (Pb Zoom)

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH ► 0:00:00 - RW PB ZOOM 2.0x...

  • Page 67: Deleting A Title (Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Deleting a Title (Delete) DVD -RW/+RW  Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  Individual or all title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

  • Page 68: Deleting A Section Of A Title Scene (Partial Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete)  Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  A Title scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).

  • Page 69: Dvd Camcorder: Playlist

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH Playlist...

  • Page 70: Playing The Playlist

    ENGLISH [1/9] Previous Page Next Page Playlist [1/7] Previous Page Next Page DEUTSCH...

  • Page 71: Deleting A Playlist (Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Playlist (Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26  You can delete undesired playlists.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 1.

  • Page 72: Adding Scenes To Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26  You can add more scenes in an existing Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).
  • Page 73 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist 8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Add>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].  The title scenes to be added to the Playlist will appear. 9. Use the [Joystick] to select the title scenes to be added to the Playlist, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

  • Page 74: Changing The Order Of Scene Playing Within A Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26  You can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).
  • Page 75 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist 8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Move>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scene to be moved, then press the [Joystick(OK)].  The selected scene will be marked with <>.

  • Page 76: Deleting Scenes From Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26  You can delete the title scenes inside the Playlist.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).

  • Page 77: Deleting A Section Of A Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode. page 26  A Playlist scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).
  • Page 78 ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist 10. Press the [/] or [  ] to search the starting point of deletion. 11. Press the [  ] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

  • Page 79: Dvd Camcorder: Disc Manager

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Disc Information (Disc Info) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or (Player)].

  • Page 80: Editing The Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename)  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26  You can specify a disc name. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2.

  • Page 81: Formatting A Disc (Disc Format)

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Formatting a Disc (Disc Format)  This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26  You can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

  • Page 82: Finalising A Disc (Disc Finalize)

    When finalising is complete the <Complete!> message will appear. Warning! During finalising, do not cause impact or vibration to your DVD camcorder. This could cause a malfunction. Notes The Finalize/Format functions are not available at  battery level Once finalised, the title scenes or Playlists in the disc...

  • Page 83: Playing Back On A Pc With Dvd Drive

    ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive  The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive). Turn on your PC. Insert a finalised disc into the DVD drive of the PC.

  • Page 84: Unfinalising A Disc (Disc Unfinalize)

    The Finalize/Format functions are not available  at battery level During unfinalising, do not cause impact or  vibration to your DVD camcorder. This could cause a malfunction. DVD-Camcorder: Diskverwaltung Fixierung einer Disk aufheben (Finalis. aufh.) DVD-RW  Diese Funktion ist nur im Cam-Modus verfügbar. Seite 26 ...

  • Page 85: Dvd Camcorder: Connection

    6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Out> <AV In>, or <S-Video In>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].  If you want to see the DVD Camcorder videos on a TV, set <AV In/Out> menu to <Out>.  To exit, press the [MENU] button.

  • Page 86: Viewing Recordings On Tv

     We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your TV with the Multi-AV cable.  The yellow jack: Video  The white jack: Audio(L)-mono ...
  • Page 87 DVD Camcorder: Connection Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks  You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable.  The yellow jack: Video ...

  • Page 88: Copying A Disc Onto A Tape

    Copying a Disc onto a Tape  The copying function works only in Player Mode. page 26  Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape.

  • Page 89: Recording (Copying) A Tv Programme Or Video Tape Onto A Disc (Vp-Dc161I/Dc161Wi/Dc161Wbi/Dc163I/Dc165Wi/Dc165Wbi Only)

     The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode. page 26  Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the AV/S jack to record a TV programme or copy a video tape to a disc.

  • Page 90: Digital Still Camera Mode (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)  The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving images Terminals recorded by the DVD Camcorder. Protection  Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Label Screen.

  • Page 91: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card

    The data stored on the Memory Card may be changed or lost as a result of  misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair. Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. The DVD Camcorder supports 2GB SD/MMC and lower. SD/MMC above 2GB ...

  • Page 92: Selecting The Photo Quality (Photo Quality)

    ENGLISH M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality ►Super Fine File No. ►Series Move Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality Super Fine File No. Fine Normal Move Select MENU Exit 8 min DEUTSCH...

  • Page 93: Setting The File Number (File No.)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Setting the File Number (File No.)  File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26  File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. ...

  • Page 94: Taking A Photo Image (Jpeg) On A Memory Card

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  • Page 95: Viewing Photo Images (Jpeg)

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  • Page 97: Protection From Accidental Erasure (Protect)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect)  The Protect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased.

  • Page 98: Deleting Photo Images And Moving Images (Delete)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)  The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. ...

  • Page 99: Deleting All Images At Once

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Deleting All Images at Once Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in p.98 6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete All>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].  A message <Delete all?> is displayed. 7.

  • Page 100: Formatting The Memory Card (Format)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Formatting the Memory Card (Format)  The Format function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  You can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images. ...

  • Page 101: Recording Moving Images (Mpeg) On A Memory Card

    Moving Image 8min 16min 32min 64min Notes The DVD Camcorder supports memory cards ranging  up to 2GB. Recording time is limited to one minute if 16MB  memory card (or less) is used. Moving images that you recorded are saved in *.avi (avi ...

  • Page 102: Playing The Moving Images (Mpeg) On A Memory Card

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  • Page 103: Recording Still Images Onto A Memory Card During Dvd Playback

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  • Page 104: Marking Images For Printing (Print Mark)

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  • Page 105: Removing The Print Mark

     depending on the number of stored images. DPOF supporting printers are commercially available.  Use the USB cable provided with the DVD Camcorder.  Digitalkamera-Modus (Nur VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)) Druckmarkierung entfernen Um alle Druckmarkierungen zu entfernen, wählen Sie für die Option Druckmarkierung die Einstellung <Alle aus>.

  • Page 106: Pictbridge™ (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

     With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your DVD Camcorder in order to print out stored pictures. For direct printing of your stored pictures using the PictBridge function, you must connect your DVD Camcorder to a PictBridge printer using a USB cable.

  • Page 107: Setting The Number Of Prints

    PictBridge supporting printers are commercially available.  Use the USB cable provided with the DVD Camcorder.  Use the AC power adapter for your DVD Camcorder during PictBridge  Direct Printing. Turning your DVD Camcorder off during printing might damage data on the Memory Card.

  • Page 108: Usb Interface (Vp-Dc163(I)/Dc165W(I)/Dc165Wb(I) Only)

    Using USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection  The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification)  You can transfer a recorded file in memory Card to a PC via a USB connection.
  • Page 109 If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the DVD  Camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer will stop and the data may be damaged. If you connect the USB cable to a PC using a USB HUB or with ...

  • Page 110: Selecting The Usb Device (Usb Connect)

     The USB Connect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26  Using the USB cable, you can connect your DVD Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card, or to a printer to print your images.

  • Page 111: Installing Dv Media Pro Program

    DVD Camcorder on a PC. USB-Schnittstelle (Nur VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i)) DV Media PRO Software installieren  Um mit dem DVD-Camcorder aufgenommene Videoclips auf Ihrem PC abspielen zu können, müssen Sie die Software DV Media PRO installieren. Vor dem Start  Schalten Sie den Computer ein. Beenden Sie alle anderen Anwendungen.
  • Page 112  Software in der folgenden Reihenfolge: DV Driver - DirectX 9.0 - Video Codec  Um den DVD-Camcorder als PC-Cam zu verwenden, müssen Sie den DV Driver installieren.  Video Codec, DV Driver und DirectX 9.0 müssen installiert sein, damit DV Media Pro ordnungsgemäß...

  • Page 113: Connecting To A Pc

    If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or  simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB devices, the DVD Camcorder may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the DVD Camcorder.

  • Page 114: Using The Pc Camera Function

     To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  You can use this DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera.  When you connect to a Web site that provides video chatting functions, you can use your DVD Camcorder for such functions.

  • Page 115: Using The Usb Streaming Function

     To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  You can view DVD Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming.  You can also store it as a moving image in the “avi” file format on a 1.

  • Page 116: Maintenance

     Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources You can use your DVD Camcorder in any country or area with the  supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC jack adapter, if necessary, ...

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Gerät beim Auftreten von Kondensation eingeschaltet ist. Wie gehe ich vor?  Schalten Sie das Gerät aus, entfernen Sie den Akku und lagern Sie den Camcorder für 1-2 Stunden an einem trockenen Ort, bevor Sie ihn wieder in Betrieb nehmen. Wann kommt es zu Kondensation? ...
  • Page 118 Camcorder. (M.Player) Memory card full Slow There is not enough memory to record. Memory card read error Slow The DVD Camcorder can not playback. Memory card write error Slow The DVD Camcorder can not record. Not formatted! Slow The Memory Card needs to format.
  • Page 119 Power of the normal screen. switch to on, and then connect it again. Fehlerbehebung  Wenden Sie sich an den zuständigen Samsung-Kundendienst, wenn Sie das Problem mit den hier geschilderten Maßnahmen nicht beheben können. Symptom Erklärung/Abhilfe Der DVD-Camcorder lässt...
  • Page 120 Disc was finalised.  not start recording. Make the disc writable to record additional pictures. DVD Camcorder is too hot. Turn off the  power and cool it down a while. Disc is not recognised The disc is a damaged one. Replace ...
  • Page 121 Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Handschlaufe  Das Diskfach lässt sich nicht verheddert ist. nicht schließen. Überprüfen Sie, ob die Disk  ordnungsgemäß eingelegt ist. Samsung-Hotline (für allgemeine Infos): Tel. 0180-5 12 12 13 (EUR 0,12/Min.) Fax 0180-5 12 12 14 DEUTSCH...

  • Page 122: Setting Menu Items

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Setting menu items Main Sub Menu Functions Camera Menu Mode Selecting the Program AE Program AE  Function White Balance Setting White Balance  Digital Effect Setting the Digital special  effect Camera 16:9 Wide Setting the 16:9 Wide ...
  • Page 123    einstellen Fernbedienung     verwenden Signalton einstellen     Foto-Klickton  einstellen USB-Gerät  auswählen Sprache der     Displayanzeige festlegen Camcorder-  Funktionen vorstellen ” sind Marken der Sony Corporation.

  • Page 124: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Model Name: VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/ DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) System Video signal Picture Compression format MPEG-2 Audio Compression format D O L B Y ® D I G I TA L S T E R E O C R E ATO R Recording Quality XP (about 9Mbps), SP (about 6Mbps), LP (about 3Mbps) Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) (800k pixels)

  • Page 125: Index

    ENGLISH Index - A - Accessories ...13 Memory Card ...90 Add ...72 Memory Stick ...90 AF/MF ...52 Microphone ...45 AV In/Out ...85 Move ...74 Moving Image ...101 - B - Beep Sound ...32 BLC ...47 Name ...80 - C - Clock Set ...30 Operating Modes ...26 Color Nite ...48...
  • Page 126 Originalrechnung oder den vom Händler ausgestellten Kassenbeleg oder eine entsprechende Bestätigung vorlegen. Die Seriennummer am Gerät muss lesbar sein. 2. Es liegt im Ermessen von Samsung, ob die Garantie durch Reparatur oder durch Austausch des Gerätes bzw. des defekten Teils erfüllt wird. Weitere Ansprüche sind ausgeschlossen.
  • Page 127 ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer Care Certre CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) North America MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/mx U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
  • Page 128 Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products. DIESER DVD-CAMCORDER WURDE HERGESTELLT VON: Dieses Zeichen ist auf dem Typenschild am Camcorder abgebildet. CE steht für “Conformité Européenne” (“Europäische Normierung”). Produkte, die dieses Zeichen tragen, entsprechen den für dieses Produkt geltenden Richtlinien der Europäischen Union. Für Camcorder sind dies z.

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