Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder VP-D903(i)/D903D(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 Contents Controlling Sound from the Speaker ... 35 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 ... 36 Availability of functions in each mode ... 37 CLOCK SET ...
Page 4 ENGLISH Contents PHOTO Image Recording ... 69 Searching for a PHOTO picture ... 69 Various Recording Techniques ... 70 Playback ...71 Tape Playback ... 71 Playback on the LCD ... 71 Playback on a TV monitor ... 71 Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks ... 71 Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks ...
Page 5 Contents Selecting the recording image size... 86 Selecting the moving picture size ... 87 Recording images continuously... 88 Select the CONTINUOUS SHOT... 88 Setting the File Number ... 89 Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode ... 90 Recording images to a Memory Stick ...
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 Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. Notes regarding moisture condensation 1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g.
Page 8 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - 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 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. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder.
Page 10 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions 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. 3.
Page 11: Getting To Know Your Camcorder
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. (VP-D903/D903D is not able to receive digital data from another DV Device) •...
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. Lens 2. Built-in Flash 3. Remote sensor 4. Internal MIC 1. Lens 2. Built-in Flash 3. Remote sensor 4. Internal MIC 5. Viewfinder 6. EASY Q button 7. TFT LCD monitor 5.
Page 14: Left Side View
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons REC SEARCH EASY MULTI DISP. 2. Speaker 3. MEMORY MIX/S.SHOW 4. DISPLAY 5. Mode switch 6. S-VIDEO jack 1. Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA EASY : (REW) REC SEARCH – : (FF) REC SEARCH + : (PLAY/STILL)
Page 15: Right & Top View
Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. Focus adjustment knob 4. START/STOP button 5. Power switch 1. Zoom lever 2. PHOTO button (see page 69) 3. Focus adjustment knob 4. START/STOP button 5.
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 Stick slot 3. Memory Stick slot 4. Battery Release 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT 4.
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 75) 5.
Page 18: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera And Player Modes)
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 63) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 49) 4. Program AE (see page 43) 5.
Page 19: Osd (On Screen Display In M.rec And M.play (Memory Stick) Modes)
Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY (Memory Stick) modes) A. Folder number-file number (see page 84) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMORY STICK) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E.
Page 20: Preparation
ENGLISH Preparation How to use the Remote Control Battery Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when : - You purchase the camcorder. - The remote control doesn’t work. ✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings. ✤...
Page 21: Lithium Battery Installation
Preparation Lithium Battery Installation ✤ 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 22: Adjusting The Hand Strap
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 23: Connecting A Power Source
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 24: 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 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
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 (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤...
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 tapes 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 COVER. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. Open the LCD monitor.
Page 29: Selecting The Osd Language
Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, 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. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.
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 cover 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. 2.
Page 32: Adjusting The Lcd
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 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. Push the MENU SELECTOR again. You may select NORMAL, SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. Use the MENU SELECTOR 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
ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE. 2.
Page 35: Adjusting The Lcd During Play
Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 32) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker.
Page 36: Advanced Recording
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items MENU SUB MENU INITIAL CLOCK SET WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND LANGUAGE DEMONSTRATION CAMERA PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM DSE SELECT MEMORY MIX FLASH SELECT REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH PHOTO COPY AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT...
Page 37: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode
Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital functions Mode Operating D.ZOOM Mode D.ZOOM ✕ ✕ PHOTO ✕ ✕ SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects O : The requested function will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode. : The operating function will be released and the requested one will work.
Page 38: Clock Set
ENGLISH 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 39: Wl. Remote
Advanced Recording 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. 2.
Page 40: Beep Sound
ENGLISH Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND ✤ The BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. You may change the settings dependent on whether you wish to hear. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.
Page 41: Shutter Sound
Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND ✤ You will only hear the SHUTTER SOUND when the PHOTO function is working. ✤ Sets the SHUTTER SOUND On/Off when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3.
Page 42: Demonstration
ENGLISH Advanced Recording DEMONSTRATION ✤ The Demonstration mode 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 43: Program Ae
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 - Automatically balances the exposure between the subject and the background.
Page 44: Setting The Program Ae
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 5.
Page 45: Wht. Balance (White Balance)
Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality image colour. AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.
Page 46: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often.
Page 47: Digital Zoom
Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ Camera is capable of 12x optical zoom. ✤ Zooming more than 12x is performed digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 48) 1.
Page 48: Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)
ENGLISH Advanced Recording EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ✤ The EIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: Recording with the zoom Recording a small object close-up Recording and walking at the same time...
Page 49: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select
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 50: Selecting An Effect
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5.
Page 51: Memory Mix
Advanced Recording MEMORY MIX ✤ The MEMORY MIX function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the Memory Stick on top of the moving image you are recording. ✤ You can record the superimposed images on a tape. ✤...
Page 52: Recording Superimposed Images On A Tape
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Recording Superimposed images on a tape ✤ Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. ✤ Insert a Memory Stick with still images recorded into your camcorder. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.
Page 53: Using The Built-In Flash
Advanced Recording Using the Built - in Flash ✤ You can take natural looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in flash, whether they are night scenes, in doors or in other dark places. OFF : The flash does not fire. (Auto) : The flash comes on depending on the brightness of the subject.
Page 54: Rec Mode
ENGLISH Advanced Recording G REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D903i/D903Di 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. LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.
Page 55: Audio Mode
Advanced Recording G AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D903i/D903Di 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. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track.
Page 56: Wind Cut
ENGLISH Advanced Recording G WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, it is possible other low sounds will be eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1.
Page 57: 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 58: Tv Display
ENGLISH Advanced Recording G TV DISPLAY ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder. ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV.
Page 59: 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 simply using the MENU SELECTOR. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access menus and submenus. I DATE/TIME (see page 57) - Each time you select DATE/TIME and push the MENU SELECTOR, it will be displayed in order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF.
Page 60: Setting The Quick Menu
ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (see page 45) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and push the MENU SELECTOR, you can choose between preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset. I FOCUS (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) (see page 64) - Each time you select FOCUS and push the MENU SELECTOR, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus (...
Page 61: Shutter Speed & Exposure
Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE in CAMERA/M.REC mode. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1.
Page 62: 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 63: Easy Mode (For Beginners)
Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good quality video recordings. The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY Q button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( The word “EASY.Q”...
Page 64: Af/Mf(Auto Focus/Manual Focus)
✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. 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 cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.
Page 65: 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 66: Fade In And Out
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1.
Page 67: Audio Dubbing
Advanced Recording Audio dubbing ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. ✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. ✤ Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. ✤...
Page 68: Dubbed Audio Playback
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button in PLAYER mode. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5.
Page 69: Photo Image Recording
Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down) and hold it. The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. If you do not wish to record, release the button. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.
Page 70: Various Recording Techniques
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In certain 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.
Page 71: Playback
Playback Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works in PLAYER mode only. Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD when in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system. ✤...
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 and VCR with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. The yellow plug : Video The white plug : Audio(L) - Mono The red plug : Audio(R) 2.
Page 73: Various Functions While In Player Mode
Playback Various Functions while in PLAYER mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 3 minutes.
Page 74: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)
ENGLISH 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 75: Zero Memory
Playback ZERO MEMORY ✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or before recording at the point you wish to return to.
Page 76: Recording In Player Mode (Vp-D903I/D903Di Only)
ENGLISH Recording in PLAYER mode Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D903i/D903Di only) ✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder. ✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. 2.
Page 77: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with other standard DV 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 an IEEE cable. !!! Please note since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin).
Page 78: System Requirements
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer System requirements CPU : faster Intel ® Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible. Operating system : Windows ® Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D903i/D903Di only) 1.
Page 79: Usb Interface
USB interface G Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer still images/movies from a MEMORY STICK to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤...
Page 80: Installing Dvc Media 6.1 Software
ENGLISH USB interface Installing DVC Media 6.1 Software ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the software. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. Software installation 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive. - Installation selection screen appears in the monitor.
Page 81: Connecting To A Pc
USB interface Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) 3. Connect the audio cable to the Line input jack of the PC. If the PC has no Line input jack, connect the audio cable to the MIC input jack.
Page 82: Digital Still Camera Mode
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images or moving images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MJPEG movie ✤ Viewing still images and MJPEG movie Single Slide show Multi display...
Page 83: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Stick
The stored contents 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. If the USB cable is connected to the camcorder, the are not available in M.PLAY mode.
Page 84: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Stick
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory Stick. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MJPEG file format on the Memory Stick.
Page 85: 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 photo quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3.
Page 86: Selecting The Recording Image Size
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the recording image size ✤ Select the image size of still image to be recorded. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear 4.
Page 87: Selecting The Moving Picture Size
Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the moving picture size 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight MEMORY. 5. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 6.
Page 88: Recording Images Continuously
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording images continuously ✤ You can record still images continuously. ✤ Select one of the three modes described below before recording. NORMAL( ) : Your camcorder records up to 2 still images in 1152 x 864 size or 6 still images in 576 x 432 size at about 0.7sec intervals.
Page 89: Setting The File Number
Digital Still Camera mode Setting the File Number ✤ The images you take are automatically assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9999. ✤ Set the image file numbers so that they reset each time a Memory Stick is formatted, or so that they count up continuously.
Page 90: Recording Still Images To A Memory Stick In M.rec Mode
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode. ✤ Audio cannot be recorded with still images onto the Memory Stick. Recording images to a Memory Stick 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.
Page 91: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image
Digital Still Camera mode Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. ✤ You can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function. (see page 92) ✤...
Page 92: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Stick
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick ✤ You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick. The still images date/time will reflect the date and time the copies are made. The image size of a still image copied from tape to Memory Stick will be 640 Before operation - Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape.
Page 93: Mjpeg Recording
Digital Still Camera mode MJPEG RECORDING ✤ Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick. Recording moving pictures onto a MEMORY STICK. 1. Insert the MEMORY STICK into the slot on your camcorder. 2. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK position. 3.
Page 94 While you record in Memory Stick, do not turn the power off, eject a Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. The Memory Stick or its data maybe damaged. Moving images recorded on the Memory Stick may not play on other manufacturer's camcorders. The MJPEG file recorded by another camcorder might not be allowed to play by this camcorder.
Page 95: Viewing Still Images/Moving Pictures
Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images/Moving pictures ✤ You can playback and view still images/moving pictures recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. Single images/Moving pictures Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. Multi display : To view 6 images at once.
Page 96: To View A Slide Show
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode To view a slide show 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded still image/moving picture appears 3. Press the S.SHOW button. All images will be played back consecutively for 3~4 seconds each. 4.
Page 97: Marking Still Images For Printing
Digital Still Camera mode Marking still images for printing ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can automatically print still images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD.
Page 98: Protection From Accidental Erasure
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure ✤ You can protect important still images/moving pictures from accidental erasure. If you execute FORMAT, all still images/moving pictures including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.
Page 99: Deleting Still Images/Moving Pictures
Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images/Moving pictures ✤ You can erase the still images/moving pictures recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to delete protected still images/moving pictures, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1.
Page 100: Formatting The Memory Stick
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Formatting the Memory Stick ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all still images/moving pictures and options on the Memory Stick, including protected still images/moving pictures. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. ✤...
Page 101: Maintenance
Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ Leaving the Lithium Ion Battery pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically.
Page 102: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder
ENGLISH 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. 2.
Page 103: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
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. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.
Page 104: Troubleshooting
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... slow the battery pack is almost discharged.
Page 105: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode
Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode Display Blinking Informs that... MEMORY STICK! slow There is no Memory stick in the camcorder. MEMORY FULL! slow There is not enough memory to record. NO STORED slow There are no images PHOTO! recorded on the Memory Stick.
Page 106 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptom 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 107: 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-D903i/D903Di: 4pin special in/out connector, VP-D903/D903D: 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 108: Index
ENGLISH INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 AF/MF... 64 Audio dubbing ... 67 AUDIO MODE ... 55 AUDIO SELECT ... 68 AV IN/OUT ... 76 - B - Battery Pack ... 24 BEEP SOUND ... 40 BLC ... 65 - C - Cassette ...
Page 109 INDEX - M - Maintenance... 101 Memory Mix... 51 Memory Stick ... 82, 90 MJPEG RECORDING... 93 MJPEG SIZE ... 87 Multi display... 96 - O - OSD ... 18, 19 - P - PC Connection ... 77 PHOTO copy ... 92 PHOTO quality ...
Page 110: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)
ENGLISH 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 AD68-00792F United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk...

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