Samsung SCD103 User Manual (ENGLISH)
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ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder SCD101/D103/D105 SCD101/D103/D105 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. SSTTAORPT/ PHOTO DISPLAY - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 2
only 17 OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes 18 OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC and M.PLAY modes 19 Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display 19 Preparation 20 How to use the Remote Control (SCD105 only 20 Battery Installation for the Remote Control 20 Self Record using the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 3
camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode (SCD103/D105 only 37 Availability of functions in each mode 38 CLOCK SET 39 WL. REMOTE (SCD105 EASY Mode (for Beginners 59 AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus 60 Auto Focusing 60 Manual Focusing 60 BLC (Back Light Compensation 61 Fade In - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 4
"USB streaming" function 81 Connecting to a PC 81 Digital Still Camera mode (SCD103/D105 only 82 MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory 82 Memory Stick Functions 82 Inserting and ejecting the Memory Card 83 Structure of folders and files on the Memory Card 84 4 Image Format 84 ...70 ...77 ...79 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 5
ENGLISH Contents Selecting the CAMCORDER mode 84 MEMORY FILE NUMBER 85 Selecting the image quality 86 Select the image quality 86 Number of images on the Memory Card 86 Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode 87 Recording images to a Memory Card 87 Recording an image from a - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 6
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. LCD screen closed. 1 2. Standard recording using - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 7
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notices regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery pack removed. Notes regarding CAMCORDER 1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F). For example, - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - 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 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 9
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 placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 10
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 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 11
still images on the Memory Card to your PC using the USB interface. • I I • MPEG Recording (SCD103/D105 only) • MPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory Card. • MULTI MEMORY CARD SLOT (SCD105 only) Multi Memory Card Slot is able to use the Memory Stick, the MMC and - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 12
) 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Instruction Book 7. Remote Control (SCD105 only) 8. USB cable 10. Lens Cover 11. Shoulder strap Optional Accessories 12. S-VIDEO Cable 13. Memory Stick (SCD103/D105 only) 12. S-VIDEO Cable 13. Memory Stick 3. AC cord 6. Lithium battery (CR2025) 9. Software CD 12 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 13
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor (SCD105 only) 4. Video Light (SCD103/D105 only) 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor (SCD105 only) 4. Video Light (SCD103/D105 only) 5. Viewfinder (see page 33) 6. EASY Q button (see page 59) 7. - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 14
Function buttons PLAYER CAMERA : (REW) : (FF) : (PLAY/STILL) : (STOP) EASY REC SEARCH - REC SEARCH + FADE BLC M.PLAY (SCD103/D105 only) REV FWD SLIDE SHOW MULTI DISP. 2. PB ZOOM/MACRO 3. DISPLAY 4. V. LIGHT (SCD103/D105 only) 5. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE) 14 (SCD103/D105 only) 6. Speaker - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 15
(see page 65) 4. START/STOP button 5. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 6. NITE PIX switch 7. Slow shutter 8. USB jack 9. DV jack 10. Audio/Video jack 11. S-VIDEO jack 12. Jack Cover 13. External MIC in 14. Hook for handstrap 15. LITHIUM Battery Holder 6. NITE PIX switch 7. Slow shutter 8. USB jack - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 16
strap 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT Memory Card slot 1. Charging indicator SCD103 2. Hook for shoulder strap 3. Memory Card slot (SCD103/D105 only) Memory Stick 4. Battery Release SCD105 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SD/MMC (Usable MEMORY CARD) 16 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 17
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control (SCD105 only) 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74) 5. PHOTO Search 6. A.DUB (see - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 18
Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 59) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48) 4. Program AE (see page 42) 5. White Balance mode (see page 44) 6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 61) 7. Manual - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 19
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) (SCD103/D105 only) A. Folder number-file number (see page 84) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMORY CARD) indicator D. Image recording and loading - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 20
to use the Remote Control (SCD105 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 battery correctly, ✤ following the + and - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 21
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. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 22
begin your recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap. b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover. c. Close the Hand Strap cover - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 23
the CAMERA or PLAYER mode. To select the CAMCORDER mode (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ ✤ If you want to use this unit as a camcorder, MEMORY TAPE set the mode switch to TAPE position. CARD ✤ ✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 24
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. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3. Connect - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 25
on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording time given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Charging Battery time SB-LS110 Approx. 2hr Continuous recording time LCD ON VIEWFINDER ON Approx. 1hr 30min Approx. 2hr Approx. SB-LS220 3hr - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 26
conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording time given in these instructions. Tips for Battery Identification A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 27
and open the 1 2 cassette door. - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab bottom. 3 4 3. Press the area marked PUSH on the cassette holding mechanism until it clicks into - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 28
Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) 1 (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) I Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS COVER. 4 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. I Open the LCD monitor. I Set the mode switch - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 29
. 1. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO 3. Select LANGUAGE from the sub-menu and ENTER button. 4. Using the MENU DIAL, select the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 30
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 mode, your camcorder will play - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 31
Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane. 6. Whenever possible, use a tripod. Recording with the Viewfinder 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure not to - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 32
camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; I BRIGHT SELECT I BRIGHT ADJUST I COLOR ADJUST ✤ ✤ I I I 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and then press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER LCD ADJUST DATE/TIME TV DISPLAY CAM MODE VIEWER SET LCD ADJUST DATE - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 33
MENU button to finish the setting. Using the VIEWFINDER ✤ In the PLAYER mode, the VIEWFINDER will work when the LCD is ✤ closed. ✤ ✤ In the CAMERA mode, the VIEWFINDER will work when the LCD is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. Adjusting the Focus Use the focus adjustment knob of the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 34
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 I To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button. 4 I I The camcorder stops automatically after I rewinding is complete. 5. Press the (PLAY/STILL) - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 35
is the same procedure as used in ✤ CAMERA mode. (see page 32) Controlling Sound from from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the or mute the sound while playing a tape on the camcorder. 3-1 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 36
the Memory Card ✔ 91 A V AUDIO MODE Selecting Sound Quality for recording ✔ 51 AUDIO SELECT Selecting the Audio playback channel ✔ 64 WIND CUT Minimizing wind noise ✔✔ 52 PB DSE Selecting Digital Special Effect during the playback ✔ 75 ( ✩ ) : This Function works on model SCD105 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 37
Formatting the Memory Card ✔ 95 V LCD ADJUST I E W DATE/TIME E R TV DISPLAY Setting the Brightness and color Tones of the LCD Setting the Date and Time Selecting OSD on/off of TV 32 53 54 ( ✩ ) : This Function works on model SCD105 only. ( G ) : This Function works on model SCD103/D105 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 38
Mode DIS D.ZOOM PHOTO (TAPE) SLOW SHUTTER special effects NITE PIX DIS O O O O D.ZOOM O O* O O PHOTO ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ O SLOW SHUTTER ✕ O O O Digital Special Effects O O O O NITE PIX O O O O ✕ O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. O: ✕ : You can not - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 39
Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. CAM MODE I The menu list will appear. INITIAL CLOCK SET I CAMERA WL. REMOTE 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and A/V LANGUAGE MEMORY DEMO press the ENTER button. VIEWER 3. Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 40
or disable the ✤ remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. CAM MODE I The menu list will appear. INITIAL CLOCK SET I CAMERA WL. REMOTE A/V LANGUAGE 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and MEMORY DEMO VIEWER press the ENTER button. 3. Use the MENU - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 41
✤ DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. CAM MODE 2. Press the MENU button. INITIAL CLOCK SET CAMERA WL. REMOTE I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and A/V LANGUAGE MEMORY DEMO VIEWER I press the ENTER button. 4. Select - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 42
ENGLISH Advanced Recording G PROGRAM AE G ✤ 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 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 43
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. CAM MODE I The menu list will appear. INITIAL I CAMERA PROGRAM AE A/V WHT. BALANCE 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and MEMORY D.ZOOM VIEWER DIS DSE SELECT press the ENTER button. 3. Select PROGRAM AE - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 44
CAM MODE I OUTDOOR ( ) : This controls the WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience. - In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant color. INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA digital - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 45
feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time. 1. Move the zoom lever slightly for a gradual in I the WIDE position. WIDE Tele MACRO ✤ Tele Macro Function works in both CAMERA and M.REC mode. ✤ ✤ Effective focal distance in TELE MACRO mode is PB - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 46
recommend that you use the DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA PROGRAM AE A/V WHT. BALANCE MEMORY D.ZOOM VIEWER DIS I DSE SELECT 3. Turn the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 47
and walking at the same time I Recording through the window of a vehicle G ✤ ✤ ✤ I I I I 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA PROGRAM AE A/V WHT. BALANCE MEMORY D.ZOOM VIEWER DIS I DSE SELECT 3. Turn the MENU - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 48
Special Effects) SELECT G ✤ 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 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 49
camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA SET PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 50
of recording time with a DVM60 tape. G ✤ ✤ I I 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V REC MODE MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH VIEWER COPY AUDIO MODE 12 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 51
not possible when using this mode. G ✤ ✤ I I 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V REC MODE MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH VIEWER COPY I AUDIO MODE 12 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 52
with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V REC MODE MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH VIEWER COPY I AUDIO MODE 12 AUDIO SELECT - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 53
OSD and press the ENTER button. 6. To exit, press the MENU button. CAM MODE I VIEWER SET DATE / TIME Notes DATE I The DATE/TIME is If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE/TIME in the Camera's memory. - When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead. I Before you use the DATE/TIME - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 54
the OSD ON/OFF displayed on the LCD/Viewfinder/TV. G ✤ ✤ I I I 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA, PLAYER, CAM MODE M.REC and M.PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER LCD ADJUST DATE / TIME TV DISPLAY I 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 55
CAMERA and M.REC mode. ✤ ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera - DATE/TIME - OFF. I WL.REMOTE ( ) (SCD105 only) (see page 40) - Each time you select ENTER button, I the DIS icon is displayed or set to OFF. I DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 48) - Each time you select DSE and press the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 56
Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus I ( ). I SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by I selecting ( ) icon and pressing the ENTER button. For more information, see the next page. Setting the Quick menu 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA (SCD105 only) DATE/TIME - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 57
SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see the ( ) icon, and , manual changes are applied first. I The image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set. I I The camcorder returns - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 58
mode only. ✤ ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. ✤ 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button, SHUTTER SPEED is changed to 1/30, 1/15, 1/8, off. 4. To exit, press - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 59
EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: I Battery level, recording mode, counter, EASY DATE are deleted when the battery pack is I uninstalled from the camcorder and therefore, they must be reset when - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 60
Focusing ✤ In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. a. A picture containing several objects, some 1 close to the camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow. c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 61
ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. * BLC off ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: I The subject is in front of a window. I The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 62
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 special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out ✤ - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 63
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing (SCD105 only) ✤ The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in , USB DV AUDIO I /VIDEO connect the microphone to the external S-VIDEO MIC input jack on the camcorder. MIC 2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button and find the timeframe of the scene to be dubbed. - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 64
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. PLAYER MODE A / V SET REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 65
the MENU button. I The MENU list will appear. PLAYER MODE 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. INITIAL I CAMERA 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the submenu. A/V REC MODE MEMORY PHOTO SEARCH VIEWER COPY 4. Select PHOTO SEARCH from the submenu and AUDIO MODE 12 AUDIO SELECT press - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 66
function enables you to record a ✤ subject in darkness. POWER NITE PIX OFF 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. I (NITE PIX indicator) appears on when using the I NITE PIX function, focus manually. I Do not cover the Infrared Light with the hand. I 66 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 67
switch ✤ is turned on. ✤ When you work in POWER NITE PIX mode, POWER NITE PIX ✤ icon appears on the LCD continuously. ON 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn on the NITE PIX switch, and then press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button to set shutter speed. The SLOW - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 68
LIGHT (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ VIDEO LIGHT works in CAMERA/M.REC mode SAMSUNG I dealer for bulb replacement. I - The life of the bulb is approximately 50 hours. 1. Set the camcorder to the CAMERA if the battery indicator does not blink when the battery pack's I charge is low, the camcorder may turn - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 69
screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 1 2 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording. 3 4 Making a recording viewing the LCD - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 70
audio input of the TV or VCR. 2. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 3. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to VIDEO. I Refer to the TV or VCR user's manual. I 4. Play the tape. Notes I You may use an S-VIDEO (optional) cable to - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 71
AUDIO /VIDEO I I The red plug : Audio(R) S-VIDEO I 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. TV S-VIDEO MIC 3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to PLAYER mode. ANTENNA CAMCORDER 4. Turn on both the TV and VCR. I I Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. I I Select the channel reserved for - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 72
and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on ✤ the Remote Control only. (SCD105 only) ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more ✤ than 5 minutes. Playback pause ✤ Press the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 73
X2 Playback I Press (_) the button during during Forward X2 Playback I To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. Reverse playback (SCD105 only) ✤ To playback in reverse at normal speed, press the (_) button during normal forward playback. ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) or (+) button - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 74
ENGLISH Playback ZERO MEMORY (SCD105 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 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 75
Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. ✤ 1. Set the camcorder to the PLAYER mode and then play back a tape. 2. Press the MENU button and turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-menu. PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 76
ZOOM function to pictures which are I being input from an external video source. I The PB ZOOM image cannot be imported to your PC from the camcorder's DV jack. 76 - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 77
6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal. ✤ With a digital connection, video and audio signals are ✤ transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images to be transferred. Connecting to a PC ✤ If you want to transmit data to a PC, you must install a ✤ IEEE 1394 add-on card onto the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 78
Windows® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) I Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM I IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card G I CPU: Intel® Pentium III™ 450Mhz I Windows , press the (STOP) button. Notes I When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that I appear on a monitor - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 79
transfer a 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. ✤ ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software ✤ (Driver, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 80
Enter. I 3. Click the icons listed below to install the selected software. I The program automatically checks and installs the driver. I I DVC Driver: USB removable Disk Driver (Windows® 98SE only) (SCD103/D105 only) USB PC CAMERA Driver USB Streaming Driver I DVC Media 5.1 I DirectX 9.0a - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 81
" function (SCD103/D105 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. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 82
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory) (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the ✤ camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MPEG4 movie ✤ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movie I Single I Slide show (Still images - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 83
Digital Still Camera mode Inserting and ejecting the Memory Card (SCD103/D105 only) G Inserting the Memory Card G 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the Memory Card in the direction of the arrow into the Memory Card slot located on the bottom of the camcorder. G Ejecting the Memory Card - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 84
320✕240, 160✕120 in each mode. Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ✤ ✤ You can use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera (DSC). ✤ You have to set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position to ✤ I use this camcorder as Digital Still Camera. I M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode) 1. Set the mode switch to - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 85
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY FILE NUMBER (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: I SERIES: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 86
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the image quality (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ You can select the quality of a still images to be recorded. ✤ Select the image quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. I The menu list - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 87
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode. (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ Audio cannot be recorded with a still image onto the Memory Card. ✤ Recording images to a Memory Card 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA. MEMORY CARD - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 88
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ ✤ You can record still image from a cassette on a Memory Card. ✤ ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1. Set - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 89
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. I Single : To view an image frame by frame. I Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 90
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode To view the Multi Display (SCD103/D105 only) 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. I The last recorded image appears. 19 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the MULTI DISP. - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 91
Digital Still Camera mode Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Card (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ You can copy still images recorded with PHOTO function on a ✤ cassette into a Memory Card a Memory Card. AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT 12 SOUND[1] WIND CUT PB DSE 5. The camcorder automatically - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 92
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Marking images for printing (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ 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. ✤ - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 93
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. ✤ I If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images I will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. M.PLAY MODE 2. Set - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 94
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ 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. - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 95
Digital Still Camera mode Formatting the Memory Card (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ 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. ✤ The Memory - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 96
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MPEG RECORDING (SCD103/D105 only) ✤ You can record moving picture images with audio on the Memory ✤ Card. Saving the pictures captured by a camera as a moving picture file on MEMORY CARD 1. Check whether MEMORY CARD is inserted into the camcorder. If it is not - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 97
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the moving picture sizes (SCD103/D105 only) 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY. M.REC MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER M.PLAY - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 98
play by this camcorder. I - You need Microsoft Windows Media Player Version 9 or higher version and Sharp G.726 Audio Codec in order to play MPEG4 file on the Memory Card on your PC. (Microsoft Windows Media Player Version 9 (Eng) is included in the CD that is supplied.) - You can download the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 99
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. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction 1 2 of the arrow. I Opening - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 100
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal If the picture quality has not improved, repeat the operation. If the problem continues, contact your local authorized service center. I I Clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 101
✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. ✤ ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. ✤ Power sources I You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the I supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. I Use a commercially - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 102
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, ✤ perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 103
Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode (SCD103/D105 only) Display Blinking Informs that... Action MEMORY CARD! slow There is no Memory Card in the camcorder. Insert a Memory Card. MEMORY FULL! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory Card - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 104
Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your ✤ nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. Check the battery work. Auto focus does not work in the Manual Focus mode. Play, FF or REW Check the - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 105
cassette Tape speed Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV Filter diameter F1.4 18x(Optical), 900x(Digital) Electronic zoom lens Ø30 LCD Ion Battery Pack 7.4V Ø Power source type Lithium Ion Battery Pack 480g (Except for Lithium Ion Battery Pack and tape) Built- - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 106
12 AF/MF 60 Audio dubbing 63 AUDIO MODE 51 - B Battery Pack 24 BLC 61 - C Cassette 27 Cleaning 100 CLOCK SET buttons 14 - H - Hand Strap 22 - I - IEEE1394 77 - LLCD 31, 32 - M Memory Stick 82 Memory Card 83 11066 MPEG RECORDING 96 MPEG SIZE 97 - O OSD 18, 19 - P- PB DSE 75 PHOTO - Samsung SCD103 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 107
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Digital Video Camcorder
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
SCD101/D103/D105
ELECTRONICS
ENGLISH
AD68-00743D
SCD101/D103/D105
AF
CCD
LCD
START/
STOP
SELF
TIMER
A.DUB
ZERO
MEMORY
PHOTO
DISPLAY
X2
SLOW
F.ADV
PHOTO
SEARCH
DATE/
TIME