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Samsung VP-D350 Owner's Instruction Book

Samsung vp-d350: user guide
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ENGLISH
Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i)/
D353(i)/D354(i)/
D355(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.
Videocámara digital
VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i)/
D353(i)/D354(i)/
D355(i)
AF
CCD
LCD
Manual de instrucciones
Antes de utilizar la cámara lea detenidamente
este manual de instrucciones y consérvelo
para consultas posteriores
Este producto cumple con las normas
CEE 89/336, CEE 73/23 y CEE93/68.
ESPAÑOL
Enfoque automático
Dispositivo acoplado
porcarga
Pantalla de cristal líquido
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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i)/ D353(i)/D354(i)/ D355(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 & Bottom View...16 Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...17 Preparation ...
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Basic Recording ... 35 Using the Viewfinder ...35 Adjusting the Focus ...35 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette...36 Hints for Stable Image Recording...37 Recording with the LCD Screen...37 Recording with the Viewfinder...37 Various Recording Techniques ...38 Making your First Recording...39 Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners)...40 Record Search (REC SEARCH) ...41 Setting the Zero Memory (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...42...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Applying Digital Effects ...65 Selecting the Digital Effects...66 Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom...67 Setting the Digital Zoom ...67 Photo Image Recording ...68 Searching for a Photo Image...68 Playback ... 69 Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ...69 Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during Playback ...69 Controlling Sound from the Speaker ...70 Tape Playback ...71...
  • Page 5 ENGLISH Contents Selecting the Image Quality...91 Select the Image Quality ...91 Number of Images on the Memory Card ...91 Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality ...92 Memory File Number...93 Taking Photos...94 Viewing Still Images ...95 To view a Single Image...95 To view a Slide Show...95 To view the Multi Display ...96 Protection from accidental Erasure...97 Using Quick Menu: Protect...98...

  • Page 6: Notes And Safety Instructions

    ENGLISH 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.
  • Page 7 Unauthorised 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. Notes regarding Moisture Condensation 1.
  • Page 8 Notas e instrucciones de seguridad Notas referentes a la batería Se recomienda utilizar la batería original que está disponible en el centro de servicio técnico de SAMSUNG. Asegúrese de que la batería esté completamente cargada antes de empezar a grabar.
  • Page 9 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Note regarding the Lens Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder 1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
  • Page 10 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery 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.

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Multi OSD Language You can select the desired OSD language from OSD List. 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 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3.

  • Page 13: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. LED light (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/ D355(i) only) 3. Remote sensor (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/ D355(i) only) 4. S-Video jack 5. Internal MIC 1. Lens 5. Internal MIC 2. LED light 6. EASY.Q button (see page 48) (see page 40) (VP-D353(i)/...

  • Page 14: Left Side View

    5. Focus adjustment knob 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM 6. Viewfinder (see page 44/see page 75) 7. COLOR NITE SHUTTER 3. Speaker (see page 47) (VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i) only) 4. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE) 7. COLOR NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) (see page 48) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Introducción a la videocámara...

  • Page 15: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. NITE PIX switch 2. Menu selector (VOL/MF) 3. MENU button 4. Start/Stop button 5. Power switch 6. DC jack 1. NITE PIX switch 7. TAPE EJECT 2. Menu selector (VOL/MF) 8.

  • Page 16: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Lithium battery cover 2. Charging indicator 1. Lithium battery cover 2. Charging indicator 3. Memory card slot (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 4. Battery release 5. Tripod receptacle Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card) VP-D353(i) only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO...

  • Page 17: Remote Control (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (FF) (REW) (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO (see page 68) 11.F. ADV (see page 74) 2.

  • Page 18: Preparation

    ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand strap enables you to: - Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the ZOOM and Start/Stop button without having to change the position of your hand.

  • Page 19: Lithium Battery Installation

    ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤ The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Power adapter is removed. ✤ The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Power Source

    ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder. - The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording. - The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable 1.

  • Page 21: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on - The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using. - How often the zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1.

  • Page 22: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type

    Do not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or fire. Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery pack only. It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre. Preparación Tabla de tiempos de grabación continuada según el modelo y el...

  • Page 23: Battery Level Display

    ENGLISH Preparation Battery Level Display The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used e. Completely used (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) [ Notes ] Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording...

  • Page 24: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera/Player Modes)

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes) 1. Battery level 22. Zero memory (see page 23) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/ 2. Digital effects mode D355(i) only) (see page 65) (see page 42) 3. EASY.Q (see page 40) 23. Record speed mode 4.

  • Page 25: Osd (On Screen Display In M.cam/M.player Modes) (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 1. Photo quality 2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator 3. Image counter Total number of recordable still images. 4. Image recording and loading indicator 5. Erase protection indicator (see page 97) 6.

  • Page 26: System Menu Setting

    ENGLISH System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language ✤ The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Select the appropriate OSD language among from OSD List. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/355(i) only) 3.

  • Page 27: Setting The Clock

    ENGLISH System Menu Setting Setting the Clock ✤ Clock setup works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the Date/Time. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3.

  • Page 28: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 29: Setting The Beep Sound

    ENGLISH System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 30: Setting The Shutter Sound (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cam modes. ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the PHOTO button the Shutter will Sound. 1.

  • Page 31: Viewing The Demonstration

    Exit MENU [ Notas ] La modalidad de demostración se activa automáticamente cuando Samsung Camcorder is... la videocámara se deja inactiva durante más de 10 minutos, después de haberla ajustado en la modalidad Camera (sin ninguna cinta en la videocámara).

  • Page 32: Display Menu Setting

    ENGLISH Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen ✤ This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.36 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤...

  • Page 33: Displaying The Date/Time

    ENGLISH Display Menu Setting Displaying the Date/Time ✤ The Date/Time function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 34: Setting The Tv Display

    ENGLISH Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display ✤ The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). - Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only. - On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV.

  • Page 35: Basic Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Viewfinder ✤ In the PLAYER mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed. ✤ In the CAMERA mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images.

  • Page 36: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not apply excessive force. As it may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1.

  • Page 37: 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 cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 18) Recording with the LCD Screen 1.

  • Page 38: Various Recording Techniques

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below.

  • Page 39: Making Your First Recording

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette.(see page 36) 2. Remove the Lens cover. 3. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. Open the LCD screen.

  • Page 40: Using Easy.q Mode (For Beginners)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in Camera mode. ✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3.

  • Page 41: 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, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switch to Off and then back to CAMERA.

  • Page 42: Setting The Zero Memory (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Setting the Zero Memory (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ 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. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 43: Self Record Using The Remote Control (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The SELF TIMER function works only in Camera mode. ✤ When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1.

  • Page 44: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤...

  • Page 45: Using The Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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 46: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ 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 47: Using The Color Nite Shutter

    4. Each time you press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button, shutter speed is changed to; √ Color N. 1/25, Color N. 1/13 and off. (VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i) only) Color N. 1/25, Color N. 1/13, Color N. 1/13 ( √ and off. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)

  • Page 48: Using The Color Nite Shutter With Led Light (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Using the Color Nite Shutter with LED Light (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ COLOR NITE SHUTTER function works only in Camera Mode. ✤ The LED light enables you to record a subject in dark places without sacrificing colour. ✤ The LED light can be used with COLOR NITE SHUTTER function only.

  • Page 49: Nite Pix (0 Lux Recording)

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Nite Pix (0 lux recording) ✤ The Nite Pix function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ The Nite Pix function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2.

  • Page 50: Power Nite Pix

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Power Nite Pix ✤ The Power Nite Pix function works only in Camera Mode. ✤ The Power Nite Pix function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the Nite Pix function. ✤ When you work in Power Nite Pix mode, the Power Nite Pix icon remains on the LCD screen.

  • Page 51: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items Main Sub Menu Functions Menu Camera Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function White Balance Setting White Balance Digital Effect Setting the Digital special effect Selecting the Digital Image Stabilizing Digital Zoom Selecting Digital Zoom Tape...
  • Page 52 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Main Sub Menu Functions Menu Display LCD Bright Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD screen LCD Colour Setting the Colour tones of the LCD screen Date/Time Setting the Date and Time TV Display Selecting OSD on/off of TV System Clock Set Setting the time...

  • Page 53: Functions Availability In Each Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating PHOTO Color NITE 16:9 Digital Zoom Mode (TAPE) Shutter Wide ✩ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✩ ✩ ✩ Digital Zoom ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ PHOTO (TAPE) ✕ ✕ ✕...

  • Page 54: Selecting The Record Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode ✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i 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 55: Selecting Audio Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting Audio Mode ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both 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. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the Sub (Sound2) track.

  • Page 56: Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ✤ The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) modes. Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. ✤ The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.

  • Page 57: Setting The Shutter Speed & Exposure

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ You can set Shutter Speed only in Camera mode. ✤ The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector.

  • Page 58: Auto Focus/Manual Focus

    Manual Focus can be set in the Quick Menu. Auto Focusing ✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you make use of Auto Focus. Manual Focusing ✤ In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

  • Page 59: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤...

  • Page 60: Using Quick Menu: White Balance

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: White Balance ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the Menu button. 1. Press the Menu selector. 2.

  • Page 61: Setting The Digital Image Stabiliser (Dis)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ✤ The DIS function works only in Camera mode. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤...

  • Page 62: Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabiliser (Dis)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the Menu button. 1.

  • Page 63: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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 64: Setting The Program Ae

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector.

  • Page 65: Applying Digital Effects

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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 66: Selecting The Digital Effects

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector.

  • Page 67: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ✤ Zoom works only in Camera mode. Selecting the Digital Zoom ✤ Zooming more than 20x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.

  • Page 68: Photo Image Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Photo Image Recording ✤ Photo image recording works only in Camera Mode. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3. Press the PHOTO button. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 4.

  • Page 69: Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ✤ The playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 70: Controlling Sound From The Speaker

    ENGLISH Playback Controlling Sound from the Speaker ✤ The Speaker works only in Player mode. ✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder.

  • Page 71: Tape Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works only in Player mode. Playback on the LCD Screen ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD screen when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV Monitor ✤...

  • Page 72: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    ENGLISH 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 to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable. The yellow jack: Video The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono The red jack: Audio(R) 2.

  • Page 73: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ The PLAY, STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only.

  • Page 74: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame) (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in still mode. - Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the F.ADV button. - The F.ADV function works in still mode only. To resume normal playback, press the button.

  • Page 75: Zooming During Playback (Pb Zoom)

    ENGLISH Playback Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ✤ The Playback Zoom function works in Player mode. ✤ The Playback Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback or still image. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3.

  • Page 76: Av In/Out (Vp-D351I/D352I/D353I/D354I/D355I Only)

    ENGLISH Playback AV In/Out (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only) ✤ AV In/Out function works only in Player mode. ✤ AV in/out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back.

  • Page 77: Audio Dubbing (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Playback Audio Dubbing (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode. ✤ You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. ✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.

  • Page 78: Dubbed Audio Playback

    ENGLISH Playback Dubbed Audio Playback 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector.

  • Page 79: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.) Connecting to other DV standard products. A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.

  • Page 80: Requisitos Del Sistema

    ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer System Requirements CPU: faster Intel ® Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible. Operating system: Windows ® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV Connection Cable (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only) 1.

  • Page 81: Usb Interface (Vp-D352(I)/D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ You can easily transfer a image from a Memory card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.
  • Page 82 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Selecting the USB Device (VP-D353(i)/D353(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ USB Connect function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your movies and images from the Memory card (or built-in memory; VP- D354(i)/D355(i) only) or to a printer to print your images.
  • Page 83 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Setting the USB Communication Speed (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ To ensure proper communication between the camcorder and a PC, please set the USB Version before connecting the camcorder to a PC. ✤ It is available only in M.Cam and M.Player modes. 1.

  • Page 84: Instalación Del Programa Dv Media Pro

    1) Set the camcorder Power switch to CAMERA. 2) Set the camcorder Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 3) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable. 4) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC. DirectX 9.0 Click Video Codec Click...
  • Page 85 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using the PC Camera Function ✤ To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programmes must be installed in the PC. ✤ You can use this Camcorder as a PC CAMERA. ✤...

  • Page 86: Disconnecting The Usb Cable

    ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programmes must be installed in the PC. ✤ You can view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. ✤...

  • Page 87: Digital Still Camera Mode (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Memory Stick (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder. Memory Stick Functions Recording still images and MPEG4 movies Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies - Single - Slide show (Still images only) - Multi display (Still images only) Protecting images against accidental erasure...

  • Page 88: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Card

    El contenido almacenado se puede cambiar o perder a causa de un uso incorrecto, de la electricidad estática, de interferencias eléctricas o de reparaciones. Guarde las imágenes importantes aparte. Samsung no se hace responsable de los datos perdidos a causa del uso incorrecto. ESPAÑOL...

  • Page 89: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory card. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory card.

  • Page 90: Selecting The Built-In Memory (Vp-D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. (VP-D354(i): 16MB/VP-D355(i): 64MB) ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory. Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images. 1.

  • Page 91: Selecting The Image Quality

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Modalidad de cámara fotográfica digital (Sólo VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)) Selecting the Image Quality ✤ Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes. ✤ You can select the quality of a still images to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1.

  • Page 92: Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1.

  • Page 93: Memory File Number

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Memory File Number ✤ File number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory card. ✤...

  • Page 94: Taking Photos

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Taking Photos ✤ You may take still images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on the Memory card. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder.

  • Page 95: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Viewing Still Images ✤ This function works only in M.Player mode. You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory card. ✤ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the Menu. ✤...

  • Page 96: To View The Multi Display

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) To view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the (MULTI DISP.) button.

  • Page 97: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Protection from accidental Erasure ✤ The protection function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased. 1.

  • Page 98: Using Quick Menu: Protect

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using Quick Menu: Protect ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1.

  • Page 99: Deleting Still Images And Moving Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Deleting Still Images and Moving Images ✤ The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can erase the still images and moving images recorded on the Memory card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection.

  • Page 100: Using Quick Menu: Delete

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using Quick Menu: Delete ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1.

  • Page 101: Formatting The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Formatting the Memory Card ✤ The Format function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can use the memory format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory card, including protected images. ✤...

  • Page 102: Mpeg Recording

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) MPEG Recording ✤ You can record moving picture images with audio on the Memory card. ✤ The screen format of the moving picture to be recorded is 720x576. Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card 1.

  • Page 103: Mpeg Playback

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) MPEG Playback ✤ The MPEG Playback function works only in M. Player mode. ✤ You can play the moving picture images on the Memory card. Stereo audio is played back at the same time. ✤...

  • Page 104: Using Quick Menu: M.play Select

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1.

  • Page 105: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can record still images from a cassette on a Memory card. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory card, use the COPY function.

  • Page 106: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Card

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Modalidad de cámara fotográfica digital (Sólo VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)) Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card ✤ The photo copy function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can copy still images recorded with photo function on a cassette onto a Memory card.

  • Page 107: Copy To (Copies Files From The Memory Card To The Built-In Memory) (Vp-D354(I)/D355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built- in Memory) (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only) ✤ The Copy To function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory card to the built-in memory.

  • Page 108: Marking Images For Printing

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) 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 109: Using Quick Menu: Print Mark

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Using Quick Menu: Print Mark ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. ✤...

  • Page 110: Pictbridge (Vp-D353(I)/D354(I)/355(I) Only)

    ENGLISH PictBridge (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/355(i) only) Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ✤ PictBridge function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory card directly to the printer with a few simple operations.

  • Page 111: Printing Images

    ENGLISH PictBridge (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/355(i) only) PictBridge Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Date/Time, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the Date/Time display type, then press the Menu selector.

  • Page 112: Maintenance

    ENGLISH Maintenance After Finishing a Recording ✤ 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.

  • Page 113: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    Algunos productos de cintas de limpieza se detienen automáticamente. Consulte las instrucciones de la cinta de limpieza para obtener más detalles. Si el problema persiste tras la limpieza, consulte al distribuidor más cercano de Samsung o al Centro de servicio autorizado. ESPAÑOL...

  • Page 114: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Informs that... Blinking slow the Battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one.
  • Page 116 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) Display Informs that... Blinking There is no Memory card in No Memory Card! slow the Camcorder. There is not enough memory Memory Full! slow to record. There are no images recorded slow No image! on the Memory card.
  • Page 117 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorised 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 118: Specifications

    Ø30 LCD screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number 2.36 inchs 112k LCD screen Method TFT LCD Viewfinder B/W LCD (VP-D350/D351(i)/D352(i)/D353(i) only), Colour LCD (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only) Connectors Video output 1Vp-p (75Ω terminated) S-video output Y: 1Vp-p, 75Ω, C: 0. 286Vp-p, 75Ω Audio output -7.5dBs (600Ω terminated)

  • Page 119: Index

    ENGLISH Index - A - Accessories ...12 Memory card ... 88 AF/MF ...58 Memory Stick... 87 Audio Dubbing... 77 MPEG Recording ... 102 Audio Mode ... 55 - B - OSD... 24, 25 Battery Pack ... 21 BLC...46 Photo Copy ... 106 - C - Photo Quality ...
  • Page 120 ENGLISH ESPAÑOL MEMO NOTA...

  • Page 121: Garantía Europea

    En el caso de estar manipulada, perderá la validez de la misma. 2. Las obligaciones de SAMSUNG se limitan a la reparación del aparato, cambiar la parte defectuosa o cambio del aparato según su criterio.
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