Samsung VP-D6550 Owner's Instruction Book
Samsung VP-D6550 Owner's Instruction Book

Samsung VP-D6550 Owner's Instruction Book

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ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D6550/
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.
D6550i
VP-D6550/
D6550i
AF
CCD
LCD
AD68-00875T

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D6550/ VP-D6550/ D6550i D6550i 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 ......... 8 ..........8 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ......13 ......... 13 Features ..................... 13 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ............14 Front & Left View ..................15 Left Side View....................16 Right & Top View ..................17 Rear &...
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Contents The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting ....34 .... 34 Adjusting the LCD Screen ................34 Displaying the Date/Time ................35 Setting the TV Display .................36 The Camcorder : Basic Recording......37 ........37 Using the Viewfinder..................37 Adjusting the Focus ................37 Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ...............38 Hints for Stable Image Recording ...............39 Recording with the LCD Screen............39...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Manual Focusing ...................56 Setting the White Balance ................57 Using Quick Menu: White Balance ............58 Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)............59 Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ........60 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)......61 Setting the Program AE.................62 Using Quick Menu: Program AE ............62 Applying Digital Effects................63 Selecting the Digital Effects..............64...
  • Page 5 ENGLISH Contents IEEE 1394 Data Transfer.......... 77 IEEE 1394 ..........77 USB Interface ............79 ............79 Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation ....83 ........... 83 Using the Mode Dial ..................83 Using the Memory Card (Optional Accessory) ...........83 Memory Card Functions ................83 Inserting a Memory Card...............84 Ejecting a Memory Card................84 Number of Recordable Images/Time Length of Moving Image ....85...
  • Page 6 ENGLISH Contents Delayed Recording – Self Timer ...............104 MPEG Recording.................105 Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate..........105 Recording a Moving Image onto a Memory Card ......106 MPEG Playback..................107 To Playback a Recorded Moving Image ..........107 Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques..108 .........
  • Page 7 ENGLISH Contents Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu ..........130 Memorizing Your Current Settings ............130 Loading Your Customized Settings .............131 Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image ....132 Zooming & Trimming Recorded Images (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing ....................133 Zooming the Image................133 Trimming the Image................133 Protecting Stored Images................134 Formatting a Memory Card ...............136...
  • Page 8: 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 9: Notes Regarding Camcorder

    Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Notes regarding Moisture Condensation 1.
  • Page 10: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Battery Pack Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described on page 24. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer. Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.
  • Page 11: Notes And Safety Instructions

    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 12: Replacement Parts

    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 13: 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 14: 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 camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Cord (AA-E8 TYPE) 1.
  • Page 15: Front & Left View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 4. Internal MIC 1. Built-in Flash 5. TFT LCD Screen 2. Camcorder Lens 6. Remote Sensor 3. Camera Lens 1. Built-in Flash (see page 109) 2. Camcorder Lens 3. Camera Lens 4.
  • Page 16: Left Side View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 11. Joystick (Quick View/Flash/ 1. MENU Tele Macro/AE LOCK) 2. DISPLAY 12. Camera Mode Dial 3. EASY.Q 13. Shoulder Strap Hook 4. Function Buttons 5. DELETE 6. MF/AF Button 14. External MIC Jack 7.
  • Page 17: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 6. Zoom Lever 1. Focus Adjustment Knob 7. PHOTO Button 2. Viewfinder 8. Cassette Door 3. Start/Stop Button 5. Power Switch 9. Hand Strap 4. DV Jack 1. Focus Adjustment Knob (see page 37) 2.
  • Page 18: Rear & Bottom View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 3. Tripod Receptacle 4. Memory Card Slot 5. Battery Release 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 6. Hand Strap Hook 7. TAPE EJECT 8. Shoulder Strap Ring 1. Lithium Battery Cover Usable Memory Card 2.
  • Page 19: Remote Control

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control 18. DISPLAY 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 17. Zoom 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 16. X2 6. A.DUB 15. DATE/TIME (FF) (SLOW) (REW) (PLAY) (STILL) (STOP) 11. F. ADV (Direction) 1.
  • Page 20: 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. ZOOM Start/Stop Press the ZOOM and Start/Stop button without having to change the...
  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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-LS110 or SB-LS220 Battery pack only. Be sure to use a recommended battery pack as described above. The batteries are available at a SAMSUNG retailer.
  • Page 25: 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) (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) Tips for battery Identification <Camcorder Mode>...
  • Page 26: Osd (On Screen Display) In Rec/Play Modes

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in REC/PLAY Modes 1. Battery Level (see page 25) OSD in REC Mode 2. Manual Focus (see page 56) 24 23 21 20 3. EASY.Q (see page 42) 3. EASY.Q 4. DIS (see page 59) STBY 0:00:11 5.
  • Page 27: Osd (On Screen Display) In (Programme)

    ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in (Programme)/ (Play) Modes 1. Battery Level (see page 25) OSD in (Programme) Mode 2. Camera Mode 3. F (Aperture Range) No. (see page 118) 4. Shutter Speed (see page 119) F2.8 2272 5. Flash Mode (see page 109) 1 / 6 0 6.
  • Page 28: Using The Joystick

    ENGLISH Preparation Using the Joystick ✤ ✤ The Joystick is used to make a selection and to move the cursor left, right, up and down. Using the Joystick, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu. 1. Move to a previous menu item / Adjust the selected item (to the left).
  • Page 29: The Camcorder : System Menu Setting

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language ✤ ✤ The Language function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language from OSD List. 1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY. 2.
  • Page 30: Setting The Clock

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : System Menu Setting Setting the Clock ✤ ✤ Clock setup works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. ✤ Before recording, please set the Date/Time. 1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY. REC Mode 2.
  • Page 31: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) ✤ The Remote function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ ✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote ✤ control for use with the Camcorder. 1.
  • Page 32: Setting The Beep Sound

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound ✤ ✤ The Beep Sound function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off. When on, each press of a ✤...
  • Page 33: Viewing The Demonstration

    7. To quit the Demonstration, press the MENU button. Move Select Exit MENU Samsung Camcorder is... [ Notes ] The Demonstration mode is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle for more than [Digital Camcorder] 10 minutes after switching to the REC mode (no tape is inserted in the Camcorder).
  • Page 34: The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen ✤ ✤ This function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are ✤...
  • Page 35: Displaying The Date/Time

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting Displaying the Date/Time ✤ ✤ The Date/Time function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data ✤ area of the tape. 1. Set the Power switch to REC or PLAY. 2.
  • Page 36: Setting The Tv Display

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display ✤ ✤ The TV Display function works in both REC and PLAY 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 37: The Camcorder : Basic Recording

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Using the Viewfinder ✤ ✤ The Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1.
  • Page 38: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : 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 39: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : 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 20) Recording with the LCD Screen 1.
  • Page 40: Various Recording Techniques

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : 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.
  • Page 41: Making Your First Recording

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 22) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 38) 2. Remove the Lens cover. 3.
  • Page 42: Using Easy.q Mode (For Beginners)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners) ✤ ✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in REC mode. ✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good ✤ recordings. 1. Set the Power switch to REC. 2.
  • Page 43: Record Search

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : 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 REC.
  • Page 44: Setting The Zero Memory

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Setting the Zero Memory ✤ ✤ The Zero Memory function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following ✤ playback.
  • Page 45: Self Record Using The Remote Control

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control ✤ ✤ The Self Timer function works only in REC mode. ✤ ✤ When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1.
  • Page 46: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ ✤ The Zoom function works only in REC mode. ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the ✤ ✤ subject in a scene. ✤...
  • Page 47: Using The Fade In And Out

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ ✤ The FADE function works only in REC 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 48: Using Back Light Compensation Mode (Blc)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ ✤ BLC works only in 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 49: Using The Color Nite

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Using the Color Nite ✤ ✤ Color Nite function works only in REC mode. ✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow ✤ moving objects. ✤ ✤ Color Nite function may produce a brighter image. 1.
  • Page 50: The Camcorder : Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items Available mode Main Sub Menu Functions Page Menu PLAY PLAY ✔ Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function ✔ ✔ White Balance Setting White Balance 57, 58 ✔...
  • Page 51: Function Availability In Each Mode

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode Selected Digital functions Digital Effects Mode PHOTO PHOTO Digital Color 16:9 Other Digital Digital Color 16:9 Operating Emboss2, Pastel2 Emboss2, Pastel2 Zoom (Tape) Nite Wide Effects Zoom (Tape) Nite Wide Mirror, Mosaic Mirror, Mosaic...
  • Page 52: Selecting The Record Mode

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode ✤ ✤ The Record Mode function works in both REC and PLAY (VP-D6550i only) modes. ✤ ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.
  • Page 53: Selecting Audio Mode

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting Audio Mode ✤ ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit) ✤ - 12Bit: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track.
  • Page 54: Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ✤ ✤ The Wind Cut function works in both REC and PLAY (Audio dubbing) modes. ✤ Use the Wind Cut function when recording in windy places such as ✤...
  • Page 55: Setting The Shutter Speed & Exposure

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure function works only in ✤ REC mode. ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by ✤ simply using the Quick menu selector. 1.
  • Page 56: Auto Focus/Manual Focus

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Auto Focus/Manual Focus ✤ ✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works only in REC mode. ✤ 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 57: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ ✤ The White Balance function works only in REC mode. ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the ✤ unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤...
  • Page 58: Using Quick Menu: White Balance

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: White Balance ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Quick menu selector. STBY 0:00:10 60min 2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to Program AE White Balance select White Balance, then press the Quick menu...
  • Page 59: Setting The Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ ✤ The DIS function works only in REC mode. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for ✤ any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits).
  • Page 60: Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (Dis)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Quick menu selector. 0:00:10 STBY 60min 2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to Program AE White Balance select DIS, then press the Quick menu selector.
  • Page 61: Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program Ae)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ ✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode. ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤...
  • Page 62: Setting The Program Ae

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE REC Mode √Camera 1. Set the Power switch to REC Program AE √Auto White Balance √Auto √Off Digital Effect 2. Press the MENU button. √Off The menu list will appear. Digital Zoom √Off 3.
  • Page 63: Applying Digital Effects

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects ✤ ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in REC 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 ✤...
  • Page 64: Selecting The Digital Effects

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the Power switch to REC. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Camera, then press the Joystick(OK). 4.
  • Page 65: Using Quick Menu: Digital Effects

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Effects ✤ ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Quick menu selector. 0:00:10 STBY 60min 2. Move the Quick menu selector up or down to Program AE select Digital Effect, then press the Quick menu White Balance...
  • Page 66: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ Digital Zoom function works only in REC mode. Selecting the Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom.
  • Page 67: Photo Image Recording

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Photo Image Recording ✤ Photo image recording works only in REC mode. ✤ 1. Set the Power switch to REC. 2. Press the PHOTO button. The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3.
  • Page 68: The Camcorder : Playback

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ✤ ✤ The Playback function works only in PLAY mode. ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. ✤ 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. 2.
  • Page 69: Controlling Sound From The Speaker

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Controlling Sound from the Speaker ✤ ✤ The Speaker works only in PLAY 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 70: Tape Playback

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Tape Playback ✤ The Playback function works only in PLAY mode. ✤ Playback on the LCD Screen ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD screen when in a car or ✤ outdoors.
  • Page 71: Connecting To A Tv Which Has No Audio And Video Input Jacks

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : 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 Video input-Yellow the Multi-AV cable.
  • Page 72: Various Functions In Play Mode

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Various Functions in PLAY Mode ✤ ✤ This function works only in PLAY 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 ✤...
  • Page 73: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) Press the F.ADV button on the remote control 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 √/»...
  • Page 74: Av In/Out (Vp-D6550I Only)

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback AV In/Out (VP-D6550i only) ✤ AV In/Out function works only in PLAY 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 75: Audio Dubbing

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Audio Dubbing ✤ ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in PLAY 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 ✤...
  • Page 76: Dubbed Audio Playback

    ENGLISH The Camcorder : Playback Dubbed Audio Playback 1. Set the Power switch to PLAY. 2. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 3. Move the Joystick up or down to select Tape, PLAY Mode then press the Joystick(OK). √Tape Photo Search √Sound[1]...
  • Page 77: Ieee1394 Data Transfer

    ENGLISH IEEE1394 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 jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable.
  • Page 78 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-D6550i only) 1.
  • Page 79: Usb Interface

    ENGLISH USB Interface 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 80 DV Driver installation. 1) Set the camcorder Power switch to REC. 2) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable. 3) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC. DirectX 9.0 Click Video Codec Click...
  • Page 81 ENGLISH USB Interface 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. This is useful when ✤...
  • Page 82 ENGLISH USB Interface 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 83: Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation Using the Mode Dial ✤ ✤ Turn the Mode Dial to select Camera mode by setting the selector ✤ as illustrated. ✤ Available Camera Modes are: (Programme): Sets aperture and shutter speed automatically for the user’s convenience, other settings are free to set by manual SCENE: Preset Automatic Modes that contain predefined settings...
  • Page 84: Inserting A Memory Card

    The data stored on the card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair. Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 85: Number Of Recordable Images/Time Length Of Moving Image

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation Number of Recordable Images/Time Length of Moving Image ✤ ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in a ✤ JPEG file format on the Memory Card. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are saved in DCIM 100 SSDVC ✤...
  • Page 86: Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Numbering Stored Pictures ✤ ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded ✤ when they are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET.
  • Page 87: Setting The Image Quality

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Image Quality ✤ ✤ Image Quality function works in (Programme), M, S, A and SCENE modes. ✤ ✤ Set the level of image quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the Memory Card capacity, image size and quality.
  • Page 88: Setting The Image Size

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Image Size ✤ ✤ Image Size function works in (Programme), (Movie), M, S, A and SCENE modes. ✤ ✤ Set the image size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the Memory Card capacity, image size and quality.
  • Page 89: Setting The Menu Language

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Menu Language ✤ ✤ You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) ✤ menu. ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language from OSD List. 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.
  • Page 90: Setting The Lcd Brightness

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the LCD Brightness 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode. MENU 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SETUP). The SETUP menu list will appear. 4.
  • Page 91: Setting The Clock

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Clock ✤ ✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on Time Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page. MENU 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.
  • Page 92: Setting The Imprint Option

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the IMPRINT Option ✤ IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a image. ✤ Your camera has a built-in clock that maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to use the date stamp to imprint the date and time on your image.
  • Page 93: Setting The Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Wl.remote)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE) ✤ ✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate in Camera mode. Refer to page 31 for setting the ✤ Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder. ✤...
  • Page 94: Setting The Beep Sound

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ ✤ 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). 2. Press the MENU button. MENU 3.
  • Page 95: Use Of Various Functions

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Use of various Functions Main Available Page Sub Menu Functions Menu mode SETUP FILE Reset the file numbering LANGUAGE Set the OSD language FORMAT Format the Memory Card Adjust the LCD brightness MySET USB data destination (PC/PRINTER) DATE&TIME Set the Date and Time...
  • Page 96 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Main Available Page Sub Menu Functions Menu mode METERING MULTI Set the metering to MULTI , M, S, A SPOT Set the metering to SPOT EFFECT NORMAL No special effect B & W Converts colours into Black and White M, S, A SEPIA...
  • Page 97 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Functions Main Available Page Sub Menu Functions Menu mode 30fps FRAME Sets the frame rate of MPEG moving images RATE 15fps Standard DPOF printing function DPOF STANDARD Prints an Index page of all the images INDEX stored in the Memory Card.
  • Page 98: Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking. 98

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Taking and Viewing Your First Photo Taking Still Images ✤ ✤ This function works in (Programme) mode. 1. Insert the Memory Card (see page 84) and connect a power source (see page 22). 2.
  • Page 99: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Viewing Still Images ✤ You can play back and view still images stored on the ✤ Memory Card. ✤ ✤ Still images stored on the Memory Card are all displayed at the same size despite their original resolution using the ✤...
  • Page 100: Viewing A Slide Show

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Viewing a Slide Show 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). The last image taken appears. 3. Press the MENU button. MENU 4. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (SLIDE).
  • Page 101: Setting The Q.view Duration

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Setting the Q.View Duration ✤ The Q.View function works only for still images. ✤ ✤ After taking a image, your Camcorder automatically ✤ displays the image for a few seconds (Q.View), then returns to recording mode.
  • Page 102: Viewing Multiple Images In Multiple Image View

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View 1. Insert a Memory Card that has previously stored pictures (see page 84). 2. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 3. Set the Mode Dial to (Play).
  • Page 103: Deleting Image Using Delete Menu

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Deleting Image Using DELETE Menu 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). A stored image is displayed. 3. Press the MENU button. MENU 4. Move the Joystick to the left or right to select (DELETE).
  • Page 104: Delayed Recording - Self Timer

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Delayed Recording – Self Timer ✤ Self Timer function works in (Programme), ✤ œ √ (Movie), M, S, A and SCENE modes. ✤ Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release ✤...
  • Page 105: Mpeg Recording

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking MPEG Recording ✤ You can record a moving image using the ✤ (Movie) mode. Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 2. Set the Mode Dial to (Movie).
  • Page 106: Recording A Moving Image Onto A Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking Recording a Moving Image onto a Memory Card ✤ You can record a moving image using the ✤ (Movie) mode. ✤ ✤ Before recording a moving image, insert a Memory Card (see page 84). 1.
  • Page 107: Mpeg Playback

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking MPEG Playback To Playback a Recorded Moving Image 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). A stored image is displayed. 3. Move the Joystick to the left or right to locate the moving image to be played back.
  • Page 108: Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus ✤ In ✤ (CAMERA) mode, the automatic focus will not engage unless the PHOTO button is pressed halfway down. ✤ To get good image quality, please verify the proper focus before fully ✤...
  • Page 109: Using The Built-In Flash

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Using the Built-In Flash ✤ ✤ The Flash works in (CAMERA) modes and allows the user to take brighter pictures in dark locations (i.e. night time shooting, indoors and in shaded areas). ✤...
  • Page 110: Available Flash Modes By Camera Mode

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode Program Aperture Priority S. Speed Priority Manual EASY.Q EASY.Q Pres Mode O = Available, X = Not Available...
  • Page 111: Setting The Focus Modes

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Focus Modes ✤ Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. ✤ Auto focusing, Continuous Auto focusing, Manual focusing, and Macro modes are available. ✤ ✤ Focus will be automatically set near the centre of the frame. [ Note ] Focus is set when you push the PHOTO button halfway down.
  • Page 112: Continuous Auto Focus Mode

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Continuous Auto Focus Mode ✤ ✤ Continuous Auto Focus function works in (Programme), MySET, M, S, A and SCENE (CHILDREN and CLOSE-UP) modes. ✤ ✤ The CHILDREN mode enables you to take better pictures when children will not "stay still".
  • Page 113: Macro Mode

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Macro Mode ✤ Macro Mode function works in ✤ (Programme), (Movie), MySET, M, S, A and SCENE(CLOSE-UP only) modes. ✤ The Macro Focusing mode allows the user to take a close-up ✤ image of a detailed subject.
  • Page 114: Setting The Exposure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Exposure ✤ ✤ Exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity affects image brightness and overall image quality. Longer exposure, slower shutter speed and higher ISO sensitivity brighten the image. Adjustment of these settings is available when you are using (Programme), A, S and M camera modes.
  • Page 115: Setting The Auto Exposure Metering Options: Spot Ae Or Multi Ae

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE ✤ ✤ MULTI and SPOT AE functions work in (Programme), M, S and ✤ A modes. ✤ Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain ✤...
  • Page 116: Scene Modes - Preset Auto Exposure Modes

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes ✤ Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user ✤ in taking pictures under various lighting conditions. ✤ The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically ✤...
  • Page 117: Manual Exposure Compensation

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Manual Exposure Compensation ✤ The Manual Exposure compensation function works in ✤ ✤ (Programme), S and A modes. ✤ If the image in the LCD screen is too bright, choose a negative ✤...
  • Page 118: Setting The Aperture

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Aperture ✤ ✤ Aperture function works in M and A modes. ✤ ✤ By controlling the aperture, the user may adjust the overall image ✤ brightness. ✤ ✤ Large apertures require more lighting and soften the background details.
  • Page 119: Setting The Shutter Speed

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Shutter Speed ✤ ✤ The Shutter Speed function works in M and S modes. ✤ ✤ By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the ✤ overall brightness of the image. ✤...
  • Page 120: Setting The White Balance

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the White Balance Setting the Preset White Balance ✤ ✤ The White Balance function works in (Programme), (Movie), M, S ✤ and A modes. ✤ Digital Cameras capture an image using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) that takes in lighting information and detects the colour.
  • Page 121: Setting The Manual White Balance

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Manual White Balance ✤ The white balance function works in ✤ (Programme), (Movie), M, S and A modes. 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA). 2. Set the Mode Dial to (Programme), (Movie), M, S or A.
  • Page 122: Setting The Iso Sensitivity

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the ISO Sensitivity ✤ The ISO Sensitivity function works in (Programme), M, S and A ✤ modes. ✤ ✤ Sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source.
  • Page 123: Using Digital Special Effects

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Using Digital Special Effects ✤ The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works in ✤ (Programme), (Movie), M, S and A modes. ✤ Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking ✤...
  • Page 124: Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing ✤ ✤ Auto Exposure Bracketing works only in (Programme) mode. ✤ ✤ From time to time, determining the best exposure setting for a image may be difficult and you may not have time to check the results and try again.
  • Page 125: Taking Multiple Images Using Continuous Shot

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images using Continuous Shot ✤ ✤ Continuous Shot function works in (Programme), M, S and A ✤ modes. ✤ Continuous Shot allows the user to take consecutive images of a ✤...
  • Page 126: Setting The Sharpness

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Setting the Sharpness ✤ ✤ The Sharpness function works in (Programme), (Movie), M, S and A modes. ✤ ✤ This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the image after it is shot. 1.
  • Page 127: Using The Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Using the Digital Zoom ✤ ✤ A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes data from the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, Image Sensor) to enlarge the centre portion of the image to fill the frame and may produce a less detailed and...
  • Page 128: Rotating A Stored Image

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Rotating a Stored Image ✤ ✤ The Image Rotating function works only in the (Play) mode. ✤ ✤ This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory ✤ card. ✤ You can rotate a stored image while viewing it. 1.
  • Page 129: Resizing A Stored Image

    Select START IMAGE if you want to save the image as START IMAGE 3. (The first two images are Samsung images and cannot be saved.) [ Notes ] You can select and resize a still image and then save it to appear as your new start-up image (see page 132).
  • Page 130: Customizing Your Camera - Myset Menu

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu ✤ MySET menu works only in ✤ (Programme), M, S and A modes. ✤ Customize your camera to memorize frequently accessed settings ✤ for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds.
  • Page 131: Loading Your Customized Settings

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Loading Your Customized Settings ✤ ✤ After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET configuration at a later time. 1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).
  • Page 132: Customizing Your Camera - Changing The Start-Up Image

    START IMAGE 2 START IMAGE 3 [ Notes ] START IMAGE 1 and START IMAGE 2 are Samsung logo images and cannot be changed. Formatting or deleting the still image on the memory card does not affect the start-up images. Start-up images are saved in the built-in...
  • Page 133: Zooming & Trimming Recorded Images (Playback Zoom) While Viewing

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Zooming & Trimming Recorded Images (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing ✤ ✤ This function allows the user to have a more detailed view of the image ✤ using the LCD screen. ✤ Enlarge a portion of the image to see more detail and move the zoom tool around the image.
  • Page 134: Protecting Stored Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Protecting Stored Images ✤ ✤ The Protection function works only in (Play) mode. ✤ Selecting Protect from the MENU saves valuable images from ✤ ✤ accidental deletion. ✤ You may set a image to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection.
  • Page 135 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques To Select Images to be Protected ✤ Select SELECT. ✤ 1. Move the Joystick up or down to select SELECT SELECT, then press the Joystick(OK). The multiple images screen appears. 2. To move the cursor, move the Joystick up, down, left or right, then press the MENU button to lock the MENU selected image.
  • Page 136: Formatting A Memory Card

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Formatting a Memory Card ✤ ✤ You can use the Format function to completely delete all still images/moving images and options on the Memory Card, including protected still 2592 images/moving images. ✤ SETUP BACK: SET:OK...
  • Page 137: Printing Your Images - Using The Pictbridge

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Printing Your Images – Using the PictBridge PictBridge™ ✤ 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 using the Camcorder buttons.
  • Page 138: Selecting Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Selecting Images ✤ ✤ To select images, select SELECT. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, move the Joystick up or down to select SELECT. SELECT PICT BRIDGE MOVE: CHANGE: 2. Move the Joystick to the right. SELECT ONE PIC The available options are listed: ONE PIC and...
  • Page 139: Customizing Print Options

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Customizing Print Options ✤ To customize your print options such as PAPER ✤ SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY, DATE PRINT, and FILE NAME imprint options, select PICT BRIDGE BACK: SET:OK the PRINTER SETUP menu. SELECT DEFAULT PRINTER SETUP...
  • Page 140: Printing Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Printing Images ✤ ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your images by choosing the PRINT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, move the Joystick up or down to select PRINT. PRINT The available options are listed: PICT BRIDGE...
  • Page 141: Printing Images Using Dpof (Digital Print Order Format) Settings

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Printing Images Using DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Settings ✤ DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF ✤ marked image on the memory card. PICT BRIDGE 1. Set the DPOF settings as described in page 142. BACK: SET:OK SELECT...
  • Page 142: Printing Your Images - Using The Dpof (Digital Print Order Format)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Printing Your Images – Using the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ✤ DPOF menu only works in (Play) mode. ✤ ✤ Mark your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize ✤...
  • Page 143: Index Dpof Setup

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Index DPOF Setup 1. Press the MENU button, then select (DPOF) MENU by moving the Joystick to the left or right. DPOF BACK: SET:OK STANDARD The DPOF menu list will appear. INDEX 2.
  • Page 144: Printing Dpof Marked Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques If ALL PICs is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Move the Joystick up or down to set the print size. DPOF MOVE: SET:OK To cancel your selection made, select CANCEL, STANDARD DEFAULT CANCEL...
  • Page 145: Maintenance

    ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ✤ ✤ For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully. After Using Your Camcorder For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps. Remove the cassette (see page 38). Turn your camcorder off. Remove the Battery.
  • Page 146: Cleaning The Camera Body And Video Heads

    [ Notes ] Some cleaning cassette products stop automatically. Refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions for detailed information. If the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your nearest Samsung dealer or Authorized Service Centre. Do not use wet-type cleaning cassettes.
  • Page 147: 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 where the power input range is 100V ~ 240V, 50/60Hz.
  • Page 148: Troubleshooting

    ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If your device fails to function as expected, please check the ✤ following before contacting service personnel. Refer to the page numbers listed for further details. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that… Action The battery pack is almost Change to a charged one or Slow discharged...
  • Page 149 ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your ✤ nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service centre/personnel. Symptom Possible Causes Measure No power is Connect the AC adapter properly, page 22 The power is not connected...
  • Page 150 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Measure Images on the Ambient light is too bright Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD LCD screen Ambient temperature is too low Low temperatures might produce a dark appear dark LCD display. This is not a malfunction Rear of the LCD Prolonged use of LCD screen Close the LCD screen to turn it off, or turn...
  • Page 151: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Model Name VP-D6550/D6550i VP-D6550/D6550i Camcorder System Video Signal 2 Rotary heads, Helical Scanning System Video Recording System Rotary heads, PCM system Audio Recording System Digital Video tape: 6.35mm MiniDV cassette Usable Cassette SP: approx. 18.83mm/s, LP: approx. 12.57mm/s Tape Speed SP: 60 minutes, LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM60) Tape Recording Time...
  • Page 152 ENGLISH Specifications Lens CAMCORDER CAMERA Optical Zoom Ratio Digital Zoom Ratio 900x Focal Length (f) 2.4 ~ 24mm 7.7 ~ 23.1mm F. No (Wide / Tele) 1.8 / 2.4 2.8 / 4.9 Zooming Speed Variable 4 step 1 step Filter Diameter Not Available Macro 50~100cm...
  • Page 153: Index

    ENGLISH Index - A - - H - - A - - H - Audio dubbing ......75 Hand Strap ......20 Audio Mode ......53 - I - - I - - B - - B - IEEE1394 ........77 BLC ..........48 Image Quality ......87 Image Size ......88 - C -...
  • Page 154 ENGLISH Index - Q - - U - - Q - - U - Quick Review ......101 USB .........79 - R - - V - - R - - V - Rec Mode ........52 Viewfinder ........37 Remote Control .......19 Viewing Still images ....99 - S - - W - - S -...
  • Page 155 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk France http://www.samsung.fr Australia http://www.samsung.com/au Germany http://www.samsung.de Sweden http://www.samsung.se Poland http://www.samsung.com/pl Spain http://www.samsung.es Italia http://www.samsung.it...

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