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Samsung VP-D102D Owner's Instruction Book

Digital video camcorder, auto focus, charge coupled device, liquid crystal display
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Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D101(i)/D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i)
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D101(i)/D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(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. ELECTRONICS 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 ENGLISH 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 (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ..............37 Availability of functions in each mode ....................................
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording) ......................................68 POWER NIGHT CAPTURE......................................... 69 Using the VIDEO LIGHT (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ...................................70 Various Recording Techniques ........................................71 Playback ................................72 Tape Playback ............................................72 Playback on the LCD ........................................... 72 Playback on a TV monitor ........................................72 Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks ..............................
  • Page 5 ENGLISH Contents Image Format ............................................87 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ......................................87 MEMORY FILE NUMBER ......................................... 88 Selecting the image quality ........................................89 Select the image quality ........................................89 Number of images on the Memory Card ..................................... 89 Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode ..............................90 Recording images to a Memory Card ....................................

  • Page 6: Notes And Safety Instructions

    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 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i only) 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 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. 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

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • MULTI OSD LANGUAGE You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish and Dutch. • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.

  • Page 12: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

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

  • Page 13: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 5. Viewfinder 1. Internal MIC 6. EASY Q button 2. Lens 7. TFT LCD monitor 3. Remote sensor 8. IR(Infrared) Light (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 4. Video Light (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 1. Internal MIC 5.

  • Page 14: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Function buttons EASY REC SEARCH FADE S.SHOW MULTI DISP. 2. PB ZOOM/MACRO 7. MENU button 3. DISPLAY 4. V. LIGHT 8. MENU dial (VOL/MF) (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 5. Mode switch 9. ENTER button (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 10.

  • Page 15: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom lever 6. NIGHT CAPTURE switch 2. Focus adjustment knob 7. Slow shutter 3. PHOTO button 8. USB jack (VP-D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i) only) 9. DV jack 10. Audio/Video jack 4. START/STOP button 11.

  • Page 16: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 3. Memory Card slot (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 4. Battery Release 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT Memory Card slot 1. Charging indicator VP-D103(i) 2.

  • Page 17: Remote Control (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 17. Zoom 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 16. X2 6. A.DUB (FF) 15. DATE/TIME (SLOW) (REW) (PLAY) (STILL) (STOP) 11. F. ADV 10.

  • 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 61) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 50) 4. Program AE (see page 44) 5.

  • Page 19: Osd (On Screen Display In M.rec And M.play Modes) (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) A. Folder number-file number (see page 87) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. OSD in M.REC mode C. CARD (MEMORY CARD) indicator D.

  • Page 20: Preparation

    ENGLISH Preparation How to use the Remote Control (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 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

    ENGLISH 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

    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 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

    ENGLISH 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

    ENGLISH 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 CAP. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. Open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Osd Language

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, Iitalian, Polish and Dutch. CAM MODE ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. INITIAL CLOCK SET CAMERA WL. REMOTE BEEP SOUND MEMORY SHUT.

  • 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

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

    ENGLISH Basic Recording 8. Press the ENTER button again. You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and press the ENTER button to save the setting. Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and 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. Hold down the power switch tab and turn it to the PLAYER position. 2.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    ENGLISH 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 Available mode MENU SUB MENU FUNCTIONS Page CAMERA PLAYER M. REC (✩) M. PLAY (✩) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ CLOCK SET Setting the time ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ WL. REMOTE (✩) Using the Remote Control ✔...

  • Page 37: Set The Camcorder To Camera Or Player Mode And M.rec Or M.play Mode (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Available mode MENU SUB MENU FUNCTIONS Page CAMERA PLAYER M. REC (✩) M. PLAY (✩) ✔ Selecting Storage Media (MPEG4, M. PLAY SELECT PHOTO) to playback ✔ ✔ PHOTO QUALITY Selecting Image Quality ✔ MPEG4 SIZE Selecting Image Resolution ✔...

  • Page 38: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Digital Requested Digital functions NIGHT Mode special Operating PHOTO SLOW CAPTURE D.ZOOM effects Mode (TAPE) SHUTTER D.ZOOM ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ PHOTO ✕ SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects ✕ NIGHT CAPTURE O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode.

  • Page 39: 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. CAM MODE The menu list will appear. INITIAL CLOCK SET CAMERA...

  • Page 40: Wl. Remote (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording WL. REMOTE (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ✤ 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. CAM MODE The menu list will appear.

  • Page 41: Beep Sound (Vp-D101I/D102Di/D103I/D105I Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i only) ✤ The BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value. CAM MODE 1.

  • Page 42: Shutter Sound (Vp-D103I/D105I Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND (VP-D103i/D105i only) ✤ You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working. ✤ Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. M.REC MODE 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. INITIAL CLOCK SET CAMERA...

  • Page 43: Demonstration

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ✤...

  • Page 44: Program Ae

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

  • Page 45: Setting The Program Ae

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. CAM MODE The menu list will appear. INITIAL PROGRAM AE CAMERA WHT. BALANCE MEMORY D.ZOOM 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. VIEWER DSE SELECT 3.

  • Page 46: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    ENGLISH 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. ✤...

  • Page 47: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤...

  • Page 48: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only. Digital Zoom ✤ Zooming more than 16x (VP-D102D(i)/D105(i) : 20x) is achieved digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.

  • Page 49: Dis (Digital Image Stabilizer)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ✤ The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ DIS (Digital 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 50: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ The DSE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. ✤...

  • Page 51: Selecting An Effect

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. CAM MODE INITIAL PROGRAM AE CAMERA 2. Press the MENU button. WHT. BALANCE MEMORY D.ZOOM The menu list will appear. VIEWER DSE SELECT 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 4.

  • Page 52: Rec Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording G REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i 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 53: Audio Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording G AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i 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 54: Wind Cut

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording G WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i only) modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1.

  • Page 55: Date/Time

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording G DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2.

  • Page 56: Tv Display

    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 only. ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, View Finder and TV.

  • Page 57: Using Quick Menu

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

  • Page 58: Setting The Quick Menu

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (see page 46) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the ENTER button, 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. FOCUS (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) (see page 62) - Each time you select FOCUS and press the ENTER button, the FOCUS is switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus (...

  • Page 59: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED only in CAMERA mode. ✤ The EXPOSURE function works in both CAMERA and M.REC modes. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤...

  • Page 60: Slow Shutter(Low Shutter Speed)

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

  • Page 61: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY 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 DIS ( ) will be displayed.

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

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) ✤ The AF/MF function works in CAMERA, M.REC mode only. ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤...

  • Page 63: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

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

  • Page 64: Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using STBY 0:00:00 special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence ➔...

  • Page 65: Audio Dubbing (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ✤ 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 66: Dubbed Audio Playback

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. PLAYER MODE 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. A / V SET REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH 4.

  • Page 67: Photo Image Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the PHOTO button. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. PHOTO 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode. Searching for a PHOTO picture ✤...

  • Page 68: Night Capture (0 Lux Recording)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording NIGHT CAPTURE (0 lux recording) ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. ✤ The NIGHT CAPTURE function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Slide the NIGHT CAPTURE switch to ON. (NIGHT CAPTURE indicator) appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 69: Power Night Capture

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording POWER NIGHT CAPTURE ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function works in CAMERA mode. ✤ The POWER NIGHT CAPTURE function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the NIGHT CAPTURE function. ✤ A POWER NIGHT CAPTURE is displayed for three seconds by LCD if you press a SLOW SHUTTER button in state that a NIGHT CAPTURE switch is turned on.

  • Page 70: Using The Video Light (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest SAMSUNG dealer for bulb replacement. - The life of the bulb is approximately 50 hours. 1. Set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode.

  • Page 71: Various Recording Techniques

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.

  • Page 72: Playback

    ENGLISH 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 73: 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 S-VIDEO VIDEO The white plug : Audio(L) - Mono...

  • Page 74: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ENGLISH 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. (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ✤...

  • Page 75: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame) (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Playback Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) 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 (PLAY/STILL) button.

  • Page 76: Zero Memory (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY (VP-D103(i)/D105(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. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback at the point you wish to return.

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

    ENGLISH Playback PB DSE (Playback Digital Special Effects) ✤ The PB DSE function works in PLAYER mode. ✤ The PB DSE function enables you to apply Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then play back a tape. PLAYER MODE 2.

  • Page 78: Pb Zoom

    ENGLISH Playback PB ZOOM ✤ The PB ZOOM function works in PLAYER mode. ✤ The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify playback or still image. 1. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in playback still mode. PB ZOOM MACRO 2.

  • Page 79: Recording In Player Mode (Vp-D101I/D102Di/D103I/D105I Only)

    ENGLISH Recording in PLAYER mode (VP-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i only) Recording in PLAYER mode ✤ You can use this camcorder as a recorder. ✤ You can record a tape from VCR or TV. VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO(L) AUDIO(R) AUDIO 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO cable. Audio/Video /VIDEO S-VIDEO...

  • Page 80: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with 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. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin).

  • Page 81: System Requirements

    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-D101i/D102Di/D103i/D105i only) 1.

  • Page 82: Usb Interface (Vp-D102D(I)/D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i) only) G Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a Memory Card 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 83: Installing Dvc Media 5.1 Program

    ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i) only) Installing DVC Media 5.1 Program ✤ DVC Media 5.1 User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD(D:\help\) in adobe's Portable Document Format(PDF) The user's manual can be viewed using Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD. (The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of AdobeSystems,Inc.) ✤...

  • Page 84: Using The "Removable Disk" Function (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH USB interface (VP-D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i) only) Using the “removable Disk” function (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) ✤ You can easily transfer data from a Memory Card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. 1. Set the mode switch to memory, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2.

  • Page 85: Digital Still Camera Mode (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MPEG4 movie ✤ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movie Terminal Single Protection...

  • Page 86: Inserting And Ejecting The Memory Card

    After pulling the Memory Card out from the camcorder, please keep the Memory Card in a soft case to prevent static shock. The stored contents may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair. Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.

  • Page 87: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(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. DCIM ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory 100 SSDVC Card.

  • Page 88: Memory File Number

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) MEMORY FILE NUMBER ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored in the Memory Card. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: SERIES: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.

  • Page 89: Selecting The Image Quality

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Selecting the image quality ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality M.REC MODE 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. INITIAL 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. CAMERA M.PLAY SELECT 3.

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

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode. ✤ Audio cannot be recorded with still images onto the Memory Card. Recording images to a Memory Card MEMORY TAPE CARD 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. 2.

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

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. ✤ You can record a still image from a cassette onto a Memory Card. ✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1.

  • Page 92: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Viewing Still images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. Single : To view an image frame by frame. Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order.

  • Page 93: To View The Multi Display

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) To view the Multi Display 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the MULTI DISP. button. 100-0025 [24/24] A selection mark (...

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

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Card ✤ You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Card. ✤ Rewind the TAPE to the point which you wants. 1.

  • Page 95: Marking Images For Printing

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(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. THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD.

  • Page 96: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Protection from accidental erasure ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card. M.PLAY MODE 2.

  • Page 97: Deleting Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1.

  • Page 98: Formatting The Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Formatting the Memory Card ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤...

  • Page 99: Mpeg Recording

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) MPEG RECORDING ✤ You can record the moving picture images with audio on the Memory Card. Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file onto Memory Card 1. Check whether Memory Card is inserted into the camcorder. If it is not in the camcorder, insert it onto the slot.

  • Page 100: Selecting The Moving Picture Sizes

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Selecting the moving picture sizes 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card position. M.REC MODE INITIAL CAMERA 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. M.PLAY SELECT MEMORY PHOTO QUALITY VIEWER MPEG4 SIZE PRINT MARK 3.

  • Page 101: Mpeg Playback

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) MPEG Playback ✤ The MPEG Playback function works in M. PLAY mode only. ✤ You can play the moving picture images on the Memory Card. ✤ During the MPEG4 playback, you can hear sound at the PC speaker only. (You cannot hear it from the speaker onto a camcorder and TV.) MEMORY TAPE...

  • Page 102: 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. Hence, it should be removed from the camcorder.

  • Page 103: 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. (blue screen) 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2.

  • Page 104: 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. Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.

  • Page 105: 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 Informs that... Action Blinking the battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one.

  • Page 106: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode (Vp-D103(I)/D105(I) Only)

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode (VP-D103(i)/D105(i) only) Display Informs that... Action Blinking There is no Memory Card in MEMORY CARD! slow Insert a Memory Card. the camcorder. There is not enough memory Change to a new Memory MEMORY FULL! slow to record.
  • Page 107 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Explanation/Solution 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 108: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Model name: VP-D101(i)/D102D(i)/D103(i)/D105(i) System Video signal Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s Tape recording time SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) FF/REW time...

  • Page 109: Index

    ENGLISH INDEX - M - - A - Accessories ....................12 Memory Card ..................... 86 AF/MF ......................62 Memory Stick ..................... 85 Audio dubbing .................... 65 MPEG RECORDING.................. 99 AUDIO MODE ................... 53 MPEG SIZE ....................100 AV IN/OUT ....................79 - O - - B - OSD .....................

  • Page 110: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
  • Page 111 Unless there is national legislation to the contrary, 2. Samsung’s obligations are limited to the repair or, at its the rights under this warranty are the consumers sole rights discretion, replacement of the product or the defective part.
  • Page 112 (GREECE) service SAMSUNG SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG service, service service Iaser CD DVD FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E. service SAMSUNG...
  • Page 113 FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E. service SAMSUNG,...
  • Page 114 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page AD68-00743E United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk...

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